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Friday News – Feb 13, 2026
February 14, 2026
Last Sunday’s Gospel Service was incredibly moving and inspirational to me. One of the things that struck me was how joy is intrinsic to how the soul can sustain itself in the midst of terrible challenges. This Sunday I’ll be talking about good news in a similar vein: Even when times are really hard, or even especially when times are really hard, we need to be reminded that some progress has been made and there are always people working toward the betterment of us all. I know many of you are those people! Come to hear stories of inspiration and support. Rev. ...Read Full Article
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Friday News – September 19, 2025
September 19, 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, ...Read Full ArticleFriday News – September 12, 2025
September 12, 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 ...Read Full ArticleFriday News – September 5, 2025
September 5, 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 ...Read Full ArticleFriday News – August 29, 2025
August 29, 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 ...Read Full ArticleFriday News – August 22, 2025
August 22, 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 ...Read Full ArticleFriday News – August 15, 2025
August 15, 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 ...Read Full ArticleFriday News – August 8, 2025
August 8, 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 ...Read Full ArticleFriday News – August 1, 2025
August 1, 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 ...Read Full ArticleFriday News – July 18, 2025
July 19, 2025
One of the great privileges of being a minister is helping loved ones grieve a loss. Performing memorial services gives me an opportunity to learn about the person who died ...Read Full ArticleFriday News – July 11, 2025
July 11, 2025
Happy Friday The School for Young Children (SYC), an outreach program of the church, has been operating for 55 years, enrolling an average of 150 2-5 year old children. Many may ...Read Full Article