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Sunday Worship
July 5, 2026
at 10:30 am
The State of UU
Rev. Mike Morran
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Join us on July 5th at 10:30 am. We are living in a time of great transition; socially, politically, religiously, spiritually. This Sunday Rev., Mike will reflect on the various ways the Unitarian Universalist Association is trying to meet this moment while also planning for a vibrant future. What are our foundations? What needs to change, and in what way?
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We warmly invite you to join us in person, or if you prefer, you can also participate online. We look forward to seeing you there!
Our service streams at 10:30 am to Youtube and Zoom (meeting ID is 466-677-668 and the password is 454623).
Join us for coffee in the Community Room after the service.
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Whole SoUUl Studio – Sunday at Noon
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Whole SoUUl Studio will be a monthly, faithful, educational, communal gathering with a focus on religion and community. We will gather in the sanctuary at 12:00 on the first (or occasionally second) Sunday of each month, after Sunday service, to learn, explore, share, and grow together for about 45 minutes. Facilitated by Rev. Mike and occasionally by others, Whole SoUUl Studio is intended to be a connective and nourishing space for all our members and friends!
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Children’s Religious Exploration Programming
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Religious Exploration News
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(Thanks to Leslie Harvey, for the post)
Starting on June 7th, activities for all ages (4+) will be offered in the chapel after a Time For All Ages. We have one service at 10:30 am for the summer.
Please mark your calendars- there will be no RE activities offered on the following dates: July 12, and July 19.
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First Unitarian Events Coming Soon
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Everyone is invited for the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on a new day, the second Friday of the month. This month that is July 10th. We gather around 11:30 a.m. to set up and generally ring the lunch bell at 12. If you don’t have more than an hour, just come at noon and join us. The food is always delicious, and the company is stimulating.
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If you identify on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum, you’re welcome to join our newly formed group at FUSD, SoUUful Queers. Our next meeting will be July 19 at 12:30 after the service, in the chapel upstairs. The topic for discussion will be the future of this group, its leadership, organization, purpose, and goals. Please join us if you can!
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DON’T PANIC! It was time to clean up the name tag wall, as it was bursting at the seams. It looks very different and it might take you a minute to find your name tag on Sunday morning.
Blue name tags, based on the current list of members, are on the wall in alphabetical order. White name tags, visitors and friends, were removed so that we can ascertain who is still attending regularly. All white name tags will be alphabetized on tables near the name tag wall. After the service, you can add your white name tag to the alphabetized name tag wall.
If you cannot find your name tag, we apologize in advance! Please email Leslie at msleslie@fusden.org and she will help you find it or will create a new name tag for you. Additionally, if you would like to update your name tag, you can reach out to Leslie for assistance.
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OWL Offered to 2nd and 3rd Graders September to November
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Our Whole Lives (OWL) Program to be offered in the fall of 2026 for 2nd and 3rd graders. This program offers comprehensive, age-appropriate, and values-based sexuality education in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
OWL is guided by the following two principles: parents and caregivers have primary responsibility for their children’s sexuality education and sexuality education happens through open and honest communication among adults and their children.
Please complete this form to reserve your child’s spot. Enrollment is limited to ensure a high-quality experience, with a minimum of 8 students and a maximum of 12 students per class. Early registration is encouraged, as classes will only be held if minimum enrollment is met.
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Auction Events Still Available!
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(Thanks to Helen Berkman for the post)
Did you miss your chance to grab a seat at a House Concert this year? If so, just email me and I’ll get you to one of these-don’t delay as there are only a few seats left at most of them:
-Saturday August 22 Gossamer Winds Quintet
-Saturday August 30, Backyard Concert with “Lafayette”
-Saturday Sept 19, Highline Crossing
-Saturday, November 7, Power Ballads Unplugged!
ALSO, Meet the Board – a Wine and Hors d’oeuvres Gathering on Saturday August 29.
https://2026firstunitarianauction.auctria.events
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Sunday Morning Volunteer Opportunities
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Looking for a meaningful way to connect with our community and support Sunday worship? We invite you to consider serving as a Coffee Host, Greeter Usher, Board Welcome or A/V Volunteer.
These volunteer roles are simple, rewarding ways to help create a welcoming and hospitable experience for everyone who walks through our doors. Whether you’re greeting visitors with a smile, helping people find their seats, or sharing fellowship over coffee after the service, your presence makes a difference.
Coffee Hour Host – Volunteer here.
Greeters and Visitor Table – Volunteer here.
Usher – Volunteer here.
Board of Trustee Sunday Morning Welcome – Signup here
A/V Volunteer (must be trained) – Signup here. For Training, contact Diane Hoffman or Greg Wimpey
We would love to have you join our team! Together, we create the warm and inclusive community that makes First Unitarian Denver a special place.
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(Thanks to Bonnie-Jean Jenkins for the post)
Seeking a Host/Host Team for Our Silver & Gold Luncheon.
We’re looking for that special someone who loves bringing people together and showing off their natural hosting flair. This fall, we’ll once again celebrate our cherished elders with our annual Silver & Gold Luncheon — a tradition filled with good food, warm conversation, and the joy of connection.
This event is a gift to some of the wisest and most wonderful members of our community, and we need a host or hostess to help make it shine. You don’t have to do it alone — if you have a friend who’d enjoy partnering with you, teams are absolutely welcome.
If creating a meaningful, joy-filled afternoon for our elders speaks to your heart, please reach out to bojea@icloud.com and let’s talk. Thank you for considering this beautiful opportunity to give back.
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Attention First Unitarian Drivers: Parking Pass Update
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Currently we are collecting all LAZ parking passes—including both rearview mirror hang tags and paper passes. Please bring your old parking pass to church this Sunday to exchange it for a new one. A parking table will be available in the Community Room to collect old passes and answer any questions you may have.
Due to a change in management of the Alta parking lot located across Lafayette Street, new parking passes for this lot will now be labeled “FUSD Church Parking.”
Please note that the approved parking days and hours remain unchanged:
Weekdays: Parking is permitted after 6:00 PM
Saturdays & Sundays: Parking is permitted all day
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Updated First Unitarian Church – Safety Plan
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(Thanks to Ed Dieringer for the post)
Newly updated Emergency Preparedness found in here.
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Revised and Amended First Unitarian Church Bylaws
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(Thanks to Ed Dieringer and Laura Mueller for the post)
The congregation will be voting on the revised by-laws on October 11th, 2026. In preparation for that meeting, educational forums will be held on July 26th, August 30th, and September 27th of this year after the second church service. At least one member of the by-laws task force and of the board of trustees will be present for each of these sessions. Please review the attached revised bylaws, and bring any questions.
Proposed ammended bylaws and decision rationale.
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(Thanks to the Connections Committee for the post)
If you would like to receive a weekly newsletter which is sent by email, please fill out this information for our records. The newsletter gives you information about the upcoming service and other events and activities at our church. Click here.
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(Thanks to Richard Woodruff for the post)
The Social Justice Committee encourages all comers from First Unitarian Denver to a mobile song fest!
- Come March & Sing with Indivisible’s Solidarity Warriors for July 4th Park Hill Parade!
- The staging area is at 23rd and Cherry at 1:00 pm
- The Parade begins 1:30
There will be easy to learn movement songs from Memphis to Minneapolis!
Look for “Solidarity Warrior’s” painted truck.
Bring what you need to beat the heat!
Text or phone Jeanette Baust with questions at (303) 880-9405.
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Another Opportunity to Donate Household Items
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(Thanks to Julie Meyers for the post)
A Venezuelan family whom I’ve been friendly with since they arrived 2-1/2 years ago recently had to move from their 2 BR apt as they had 13 people living there! They were able to find a small house to rent in Aurora. They need many household items. Specifically, they need a full size bed, bedding, table, chairs, drawers for clothing, and kitchen supplies. If you have these items, or others, let me know. Pictures of furniture with measurements is very helpful. Also helpful is the means to transport the items, but not necessary. Thanks for looking in your basements/closets!
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Bad Faith: documentary Film – July 14 at 6:30pm
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(Thanks to Jane Ashley for the post)
This film tells the story of how evangelical Christians co-opted the right wing of the Republican party. “A great and timely and powerful film, filled with the dread this moment engenders; the cynical misuse of religion to advance aims diametrically the opposite of Christianity’s mission.” — Ken Burns
You can view the trailer above.
Date: Tuesday, July 14
Time: 6:30 pm
Place: Jane Ashley’s living room
Contact: jane.ashley52@gmail.com
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Freedom of Speech – Community Art Project
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(Thanks to Nina Nadeau for the post)
Presented by the Democracy Action Team
Artist: Nina Nadeau
This week I evened out the paper town hall meetings, more hands and the eyes and nose on the main character.
Once finished, the painting will be displayed at the church and auctioned to support legal organizations defending Freedom of Speech. For more information, contact Nina Nadeau at ninanadeau01@gmail.com or visit www.galdarastudio.com.
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Support Social Justice when Ordering Foods for Events!
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Local Unitarian Universalist Churches and Community
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The Larger Unitarian Universalist Community
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