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Sunday Worship,
August 10th, 2025
at 10:30 am
Roots of Violence
Rev. Mike Morran
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Join us on August 10th at 10:30 am. How can we understand the entrenchment of violence in the Middle-East, in U.S. foreign policy, in our own hearts? This Sunday we will consider the human needs for belonging and meaning, always complicated by trauma, real or perceived.
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Children’s Religious Exploration Programming
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(Thanks to Leslie Harvey for the post)
All ages are welcome to join Ms. Leslie in the chapel after Time For All Ages (TFAA) August 10-August 31 for card games, legos, crafts, and fun!
Our Annual Backpack Blessing will take place during TFAA on August 17th. Bring your backpack to church that morning for a beautiful UU tradition!
September 7th will be an Intergenerational Service and on September 14th RE Classes will resume.
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Second Service Exploration – Update
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We invite you to take a few minutes to watch our newest video update about the possibility of adding a second service. In it, we share the feedback you so thoughtfully provided through our recent survey, along with reflections and next steps as we continue this conversation together as a community.
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First Unitarian Events Coming Soon
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Lunch Bunch – Friday, August 8th at Noon
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Everyone is invited to our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. This month we meet on Friday August 8th! We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:45 a.m. to set up, and we generally ring the lunch bell at noon. 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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(Thanks to Cindy Robertson for the post)
The memorial for Sue Mitchell is August 9th, at 2:00 pm at First Unitarian. The Caring Committee is soliciting finger food donations for the reception after the service. If you can provide something for the reception, please email Cindy Robertson at cindyrobertson5@gmail.com. Thank-you.
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(Thanks to Rev. Mike Morran for the post)
In-Gathering Sunday (September 7th), will include our annual Water Communion ceremony. All are invited to bring a small sample of water from your travels, your home, or any meaningful place you have been. Bring your water and your stories for this annual Unitarian tradition.
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Finding Yourself at First Unitarian Denver!
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(Thanks to Rev. Mike Morran for the post)
A time for seekers, the curious, and those wishing to connect with the 1st Unitarian Denver community! This participatory class of three hours will provide an introduction to Unitarian Universalism and First Unitarian Church. An added bonus is that you will meet some wonderful people! Facilitated by Rev. Mike Morran, Saturday, September 13th, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. All are welcome, but you must pre-register here. Questions, please reach out to Rev. Mike at revmorran@gmail.com.
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Sing Anyway: Finding Courage Through Song Workshop
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You don’t have to be a “good” singer to be a powerful one. Join us for Sing Anyway (on Thursday, September 11th from 6-8 pm): Finding Courage Through Song, a 2-hour singing workshop for anyone who feels the call to sing—especially those who’ve been told they shouldn’t. Together, we’ll explore the deep spiritual roots of song as a tool for healing and courage.
This workshop is for people who sing in the shower, hum when they’re heartbroken, or long to lift their voice but have been silenced by shame or fear. No experience necessary. Your facilitator will lead you in guided vocal exercises, heart-centered group singing, and time for reflection. We’ll remember what our ancestors knew: that singing doesn’t have to be perfect to be holy. You’ll leave with more singing confidence and at least 3 simple songs to carry with you into the world.
Whether your voice is loud, quiet, wobbly, or wild—it belongs here. Bring your voice and your willingness to be moved. Let’s sing our way back to courage—together.
About Your Facilitator: Rev. Cindy Pincus started singing – with a very shaky voice! – 7 years ago as a last ditch effort to heal recurring strep throat infections. Since then she’s learned dozens of songs by heart, sung in front of small and large groups, and found a partner who sings perfect high harmonies to her melodies. Rev. Cindy teaches people to sing by helping them drop into their heart, the place where all songs truly come from. She loves to teach with humor, permission to learn through mistakes, and plenty of amusement! And she hasn’t had strep throat since.
Cost: $25 for general public, $12 for FUSD members; payable in cash or Venmo day of the event or can pay ahead on the website events page
Website Events Page: https://www.clairvoyantcounseling.com/events/sing-anyway-fusd
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/16wbc6SJzS/
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Interim Position on the Personnel Committee
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(Thanks to Tess Dieringer for the post)
Due to a recent vacancy, the Personnel Committee is seeking an interim member. Experience in human resources or non-profit personnel management is preferred but not mandatory. The Personnel Committee is tasked with research and advisory roles in several areas of employment policies and procedures, employee benefits, employee evaluations, and grievance resolution involving staff. Join a dedicated team with impressive experience and legal expertise in these areas. The candidate will serve until the next annual business meeting when the remainder of the three-year term will be filled by election. Please consider serving First Unitarian in this vital capacity! Please contact Tess Dieringer (tsdieringer@gmail.com), Leadership Development Committee. Thank you!
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(Thanks to Carol Ruckel for the post)
There is a large (4’x6’) sheet of aluminum in the table closet in the community room. A sign on it says, “Visitor Information Box has been moved to the office-book shelf to the left when you enter office.” Any idea what the metal piece is for or from? Let Carol R or Tim know!
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Local Unitarian Universalists and Community News
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Guns to Gardens Volunteer Opportunity
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(Thanks to Julie Meyers for the post)
Join other volunteers on Saturday, Sept 6 from 10:00-12:00 at a church in Aurora (see attached flyer for church address). People voluntarily bring their guns to be relinquished and volunteers are needed to have the very well organized process run smoothly. Different roles available. Contact me for more information.
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The Larger Unitarian Universalist Community
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