Happy October! In the seven Octobers that Amber and I have worked together, we have joked that she is Team Halloween and I am Team Christmas. So each year, I try to find something for my office to add a bit of Halloween that might make Amber smile – but with a Kelli twist. This … Continue reading Friday News – October 3, 2025

This Sunday we will formally bid Rev. Amanda Hays a fond farewell and thank her for her service to the congregation as our Social Justice Minister. We will have a reception following the 11am service and we invite you to bring brownies, cookies, or a savory snack to share! Since she will be following our … Continue reading Friday News – September 26, 2025

As we say goodbye to summer and hello to fall, we have our own First UU hellos and goodbyes. This past Sunday we had a wonderful Pathways to Membership class, and will be welcoming in four new members soon! We also officially say goodbye to Rev. Amanda Hays next Sunday, the 28th. Join us as … Continue reading Friday News – September 19, 2025

Among the many new changes this year, We are excited to welcome Paisha Thomas as our new Justice and Equity Student Minister! Paisha is a student at the Methodist Theological School of Ohio and so will be doing her field education with us for the next year. She will be focusing on equity and inclusion … Continue reading Friday News – September 12, 2025

I love the feeling of a full church on Sunday! Friends greeting friends, families with all generations coming together, shy visitors and new seekers — it’s the sound of people needing community, and relishing it. I can’t wait to see you all on our Ingathering Sunday when we begin our new church year. Please bring the … Continue reading Friday News – September 5, 2025

Whether it’s the church’s Labor Day Retreat, a simple nature walk, or a cookout with family and friends, I hope you have something exciting planned for this holiday weekend! Kids are back in school, and First UU is gearing up for another year of fun and deep connection! Some exciting new programs are coming up … Continue reading Friday News – August 29, 2025

After weeks of being away from church recovering from hip replacement surgery I am so looking forward to seeing people again on Sunday! Over the last year, I have enjoyed taking a deep dive into this congregation’s history, decade by decade, with the archives team. I’ll be sharing some of the themes which have emerged … Continue reading Friday News – August 22, 2025

Dear First UU, If you have not yet heard, I have some big news to share with you: I will soon end my time at First UU as your Justice Minister. I am so grateful for you! I could not have asked for a better community in which to work, grow, and learn during the … Continue reading Friday News – August 15, 2025

Thank you to everyone who helped put together 100 backpacks for local children preparing for the new school year! While families prepare for school, First UU Staff is busy finalizing plans and gearing up for the official start to a new church year. Here is some of what you can look forward to! This Sunday, … Continue reading Friday News – August 8, 2025

I hope you will join me and Jacques Angelino this Sunday for a whole-church justice project and service! We will discuss how our UU values support acts of service before working together to fill 100 backpacks with school supplies for local children in need! See you there! 🙂 Rev. Amanda Hays Justice Minister Upcoming Events … Continue reading Friday News – August 1, 2025