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Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis

Learn more about Michael! Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis (they/them) shares their gratitude for the warm welcome at FUSD, a glimpse of their journey, and hopes for the year ahead. Take a moment to listen and get to know them — and don’t forget to say hello when you see them at church!

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FirstAnnounce – September 28, 2025

Sunday Worship, September 28th, 2025 at 10:30 am Can We Transform A Democracy Under Siege? Rev. Mike Morran Join us on September 28th at 10:30 am. Bringing our voices, minds, and hearts to the challenges of our times. We warmly invite you to join us in person, or if you prefer, you can also participate online. […]

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FirstAnnounce – September 21st, 2025

 Sunday Worship, September 21rst, 2025at 10:30 amThe Moral ImaginationRev. Mike MorranJoin us on September 21rst at 10:30 am. It has been argued that a moral imagination, the ability to imagine different outcomes, is the first step in all human progress towards justice and peace.  This morning we’ll consider the necessity of a moral imagination for […]

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FirstAnnounce – September 14, 2025

  Sunday Worship, September 14th, 2025 at 10:30 am Free AND Responsible Michael DeSantis Join us on September 14th at 10:30 am. As Unitarian Universalists, we commit to a “free and responsible search for truth and meaning.” And in many ways, the work of Unitarian Universalism is learning to balance those two things: our own […]

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FirstAnnounce – September 7, 2025

  Sunday Worship, September 7th, 2025 at 10:30 am Like Water Rev. Mike Morran Join us on September 7th at 10:30 am. On this In-Gathering Sunday, we will celebrate our annual Water Communion while we explore water as a powerful metaphor for community and spiritual growth. We warmly invite you to join us in person, or […]

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Committee Corner – Ann Sabbah

Meet Ann Sabbah, Committee Member: Middle East Justice Project The Middle East Justice Project’s current focus is to bring awareness to the ongoing genocide in Gaza. We believe it is one of the most critical issues facing humanity today because it defines what we are willing to accept now and in the future. In the […]

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See the Good: New Giving in Action Bulletin Board

New Giving in Action Bulletin Board Did you know that First Unitarian has donated over $24,000 to worthy organizations in the first six months of 2025? Check out the new Giving in Action Bulletin board in the community room for more updates. There, you can find upcoming events and volunteer opportunities from the organizations we’ve […]

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Welcome Michael DeSantis

Welcome Michael DeSantis, Ministerial Resident

Meet Michael DeSantis, Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis (they/them) is delighted to be joining First Unitarian as our Ministerial Resident for the 2025-26 church year. Michael is a Candidate for Unitarian Universalist Ministry who comes to First Unitarian after completing their ministry internship at Jefferson Unitarian Church in nearby Golden, CO. As part of their role […]

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Make-A-Will Month

Make-A-Will Month

August is Make-a-Will Month, a time to think about the importance of estate planning and leaving a lasting legacy for the people and organizations you love. See this FAQ sheet for information about leaving a legacy gift to First Unitarian. When you name our beloved church in your estate plan, even as a contingent beneficiary, […]

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