First UU will hold a Hymn Sing Concert on Friday, Nov. 20 at 7:00 pm. Broadcast live over Zoom, the music staff will perform hymns with lyrics posted so that you can sing along at home. In order to make this event great, we are asking for your input. Please fill out this form in … Continue reading Hymn Sing – November 20th
Celebrating Tony McDonald Tony died August 9 at Riverside Hospital due to complications of COVID-19. He was a much beloved member of the congregation, Chalice Choir member, and was our Music Director for many years. Tony is survived by his wife Judith, his former wife Lea, and their two children Carey, and Peter. He was a gifted … Continue reading Celebrating Tony McDonald
This week as part of our countdown to the Annual Congregational Meeting I’ve asked Board member Larry Drake to introduce himself in the following video and talk about how the church fits into his and Heidi’s lives. And as a tie-in to our Wednesday blog theme of Nature, he also speaks to the importance of … Continue reading Annual Meeting Countdown – 4 Days to Go!
During this time, we remember that we are more more than a building. Our church, First UU of Columbus is a vibrant community that seeks connection. Please join us online as we grow in connection and share our experiences and stories. Through Sunday services online (every Sunday at 10am) to the daily blog posts, … Continue reading First UU at Home Header
3/10/2020 Dear First UU Community, While we have had few indications of widespread transmission of the new coronavirus (2019-nCoV) here in Central Ohio, we want to care for our congregation in all respects, including the physical well-being of our community. The uncertainty of this outbreak is creating anxiety in our workplaces, schools, and day-to-day activities. … Continue reading First UU and COVID-19
A decision has been made to err on the side of caution and cancel the Senior Gathering scheduled for this Thursday, March 12. With the uncertainty right now, the CDC is advising seniors to limit their exposure. Hopefully things will have settled down by our next scheduled Senior Gathering on Thursday, May 28.
3/6 – First Friday – Leave the Cooking to Us!Join us for a pasta dinner in Beach Hall, followed by a discussion about the book and movie Just Mercy. Anyone who has read or watched Just Mercy is invited to come to the discussion; the dinner is open to all. Gluten free and vegan options provided; … Continue reading First Friday Dinner – March 6th
Join us THIS SUNDAY, December 15th at 10am for a very special Holiday Concert! (note there will only be ONE service at 10 this Sunday). A music filled service will celebrate the season with all of the First UU Choirs; Peace Pals, Rising Voices, Spirit of Life and Chalice Choirs. Directors Brandon Moss, Michaela Jones, … Continue reading Holiday Concert 12/15
HOLIDAY FAIR Sunday, December 8th, after both services, Beach Hall • Cookie Fair Bake 2–4 dozen of your favorite holiday treat and bring them to Beach Hall on Sunday morning. Then, visit the Cookie Fair tables to mix-and-match to fulfill all of your holiday needs. Proceeds support the Holiday Appeal. Cookie Monsters (aka Cookie Managers): Donna Greenman, Donna … Continue reading Holiday Fair! – December 8th
Wednesday, November 20th at 7pm This film reveals how huge amounts of concealed corporate money has influenced our elections and how states and “We the People” are fighting back. Free showing. (Movie time: 1 hr. 38 mins – followed by Q&A.)
