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  In July 2024, the Board of Trustees (BOT) charged a Governance Task Force to “assess, research, and recommend changes/revisions to current FUSD by-laws and organizational structure, in the interest of improving shared ministry, flexibility, transparency, and effectiveness.” As part of its work, the Governance Task Force has reviewed bylaws from other UU congregations, consulted UUA […]

Help Create Community Over Coffee Coffee Hour is one of the easiest and most meaningful ways to connect with our community. We’re looking for volunteers to help host. No experience needed. Training is available. If you’d like training or have questions, contact Cindy Robertson. With plenty of volunteers, you’ll only be scheduled a few times a year. […]

Leadership Development Committee Position Open The Leadership Development Committee is seeking an interim member to replace a member who must leave the committee due to out-of-town employment. The term would end on July 1, 2026. However, the candidate could stand for approval at the Congregational meeting in June to fill the remaining two-year term if […]

Justice, Joy, and Java Friends, our sacred time of caffeine and community — otherwise known as coffee hour — needs volunteers! Did you know that Randle Loeb, who dutifully took care of our caffeination on Sunday mornings for years, now works for the church as our custodian? This means we will now rely on volunteers […]

On September 28th, more than 35 church members contributed to a community painting of Freedom of Speech, created by Nina Nadeau and inspired by Norman Rockwell’s Four Freedoms. The artwork has now returned to Nina’s studio, where she is finishing the painting. Each week, its progress will be shared with the church in First Announcements […]

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 […]

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 […]

Christmas in July Looking for your next way to connect in love with fellow congregants? The Caring Committee has a couple of opportunities for your consideration: Long-time card captain Sally Madsen announced her intention to step down at the end of December, giving us plenty of time to recruit a new person and train them […]

Update [1/28/2025]: The medical mission team, including Denver-based pediatrician Dr. Mohammed Kuziez, has successfully made it to the south of Gaza and is on their way back. A group of American healthcare professionals on a medical mission have been refused exit from northern Gaza by Israeli authorities. The group includes Denver pediatrician Mohammed Kuziez. Their […]