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Sunday Worship,
November 9th, 2025
at 10:30 am
OMG, the Internet
Rin Overturf
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Join us on November 9th at 10:30 am. OMG, the internet. Online discourse, in all its absurdities and rancor, is a powerful force shaping our politics, our society, our relationships, and our selves. How do we make collective meaning and find truth amid an information ecosystem flooded with the output of generative artificial intelligence?
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Children’s Religious Exploration Programming
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(Thanks to Leslie Harvey for the post)
The month of November will be spent making holiday cards for our Gold and Silver Members and preparing for the next Intergenerational service, which will be held on (DATE CHANGE) November 16th. Families, we encourage you to practice this song at home with your children as we will sing it on that day. Youth are encouraged to come and hang out in the teen space on November 2 and 9. We hope to see you there!
RE Food and Hygiene Drive!
November SNAP benefits are on hold by the federal government and the USDA, impacting approximately 600,000 Coloradans. Let’s live our UU SHARED VALUE OF GENEROSITY and help local families by donating food and hygiene products to Metro Caring. Please bring your donations to the wagon near the front door.
Food & Product Suggestions:
We recommend choosing healthy foods that are low in sodium and sugar.
*Fruits and vegetables: low-sodium canned veggies, canned fruit in water, sauces (curry, enchilada sauce, pasta sauce), unsweetened applesauce
*Proteins: canned chicken and tuna, nuts and nut butters, fresh cheeses, meat
*Grains: paste, flour, masa, rice, oats, whole wheat bread
*Healthy snacks: popcorn, protein bars, rice cakes
*Condiments and spices: soy sauce, dried chilis, cooking oil, spices, herbs
*Hygiene products: toothpaste, toothbrushes, bar soap, body wash, shampoo & conditioner, razors, combs, period products, baby products
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First Unitarian Events Coming Soon
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Contemplative Practices for Contemporary People
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(Thanks to Michael DeSantis for the post)
We live in frenzied times. There are so many competing demands on our time and attention. How might we be able to find grounding amidst it all? This 5-session class —led by our Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis—will explore several contemplative spiritual practices that generations of practitioners have used to cultivate grounding, wholeness, and meaning.
Practices covered will include centering prayer, lectio divina, and metta/loving-kindness meditation. Each session will introduce participants to a contemplative practice and how it might fit into a UU worldview. Participants will also be encouraged to regularly engage with each practice between meetings. All are welcome, from meditators with decades of experience to newcomers who have never heard of contemplative spirituality, but you must pre-register here by Wednesday, November 5th.
Class will be on Thursdays from 7-9 pm on November 6, 13, 20, December 4 and 11th in the Chapel.
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New Options in End-of-Life Care Workshop
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(Thanks to Elisa Erickson for the post)
In November, the Caring Committee will host a special free presentation about “New Options in End-of-Life Care.” Everyone is invited to attend. The multi-platform event will take place on Sunday, November 9 from 12-1 in the Sanctuary at First Unitarian and online. A simple lunch will be offered in the Community Room after the presentation. We will try to offer rides as needed.
Vanessa Johnston, an experienced End-of-Life Doula, presents an overview of the Death Positive Movement and the many new options available to those who wish to approach life’s final milestone with more love and meaning and less fear and anxiety. She will talk about things like death doulas, Medical Aid in Dying (MAID), Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, as well as more ecological options for final disposition like natural organic reduction. Whether for yourself, a family member, or friend, our community welcomes you to join us at the informative session. Please RSVP here so we have enough handouts and food. Email or call Elisa Erickson 720.341.2298 with questions. Hope to see you there!.
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Leadership Development Workshop – DATE CHANGE!
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(Thanks to Tess Dieringer for the post)
Leadership Development Workshop
Making Sense of Our Sensitivities
November 23 from noon to 1:30 pm in the Rose Chapel
In this 90-minute workshop, we will examine common self beliefs (based on the work of Aaron T. Beck, MD), and their direct, but often unconscious, impact on communication. Self beliefs affect our interactions and relationships, often causing us to automatically react rather than to thoughtfully respond. We explore why certain behaviors of others “trigger” us, often derailing productive exchanges. We will present proven strategies on how to rise above self-defeating reactions to enhance our abilities to work collaboratively and respectfully. Facilitated by Tess Dieringer, MSW, LCSW, Care Manager Certified. Kindly RSVP by Thursday, November 20, so we can plan accordingly at https://forms.gle/iGf1arXAchRduJPr5 . All are welcome as we learn and grow together in support of our beloved community! Refreshments provided.
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(Thanks to Leslie Harvey for the post)
Did you know you can become a member at any time? You can reach out to our Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis to set a time to meet with them and sign the book. Or you can join during our next New Member Sunday on November 16th where you will be recognized with others who are becoming members during the service.
If you would like to become a member on November 16th, or privately with Michael, please email Leslie Harvey at msleslie@fusden.org.
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(Thanks to the Leslie Harvey for the post)
Looking for a way to give back that doesn’t involve committees, spreadsheets, or public speaking? Click here to volunteer to keep our coffee hour up and running! You will sign up with a team of 2-4 others when it works with your schedule- you can serve once a month, once a quarter, or whatever you can.
It’s an easy, meaningful way to nourish community — and maybe sneak the first cookie!
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(Thanks to the Carol Ruckel for the post)
Free to a good (or mediocre) home: a wall-mount two-door cabinet. Sturdy construction (i.e. heavy). Now in basement classroom 002; yours for the taking…please!!
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Books You’d Like To See On Book Table
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(Thanks to the Jayne James for the post)
We’re doing a new order and want to include books you’ve been wanting to read yourself, as well as those you’ve read and would love to share with others ( maybe as holiday gifts?). Tell Jayne James (jaynejames3@gmail.com) or whoever is at the book table, and we’ll do our best to get them for you.
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Immigration Project Monthly Meeting
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(Thanks to the Julie Meyers for the post)
First Unitarian Denver’s Immigration Project will be meeting on Sunday, November 9th, at 9:00am in the upstairs chapel. Come join us for coffee, tea and donuts. All are welcome. Get community updates, hear what we’ve been up to, and learn about opportunities to engage. We will be proactive and follow Chicago’s example of using whistles to alert folks to the presence of ICE by assembling our own whistle kits! No RSVP needed.
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Opportunity: Volunteer for Family Promise
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Volunteer for Family Promise to help us live our values by providing support for families who are experiencing homelessness. MANY volunteers needed – drive the van, setup bedrooms, cook a meal, host families in our church, and more! Early sign ups strongly encouraged.
Next Rotation: Nov 30 – Dec 7. Sign Up here.
Contact Kate Jones with questions.
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(Thanks to Arnie Carter for the post)
Javier is from Cuba and has been in GEO for months. He has dementia and dentition is a difficult place for him. Funds raised will go for legal costs. He is a very kind gentle man and is completely lost in this madness
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Freedom of Speech – Community Art Project
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(Thanks to Nina Nadeau for the post)
The canvas has returned to Nina’s studio. Here is this week’s progress.
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 and Surrounding Community
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Author Table at Windsor Gardens Craft Fair
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(Thanks to Cynthia Swanson for the post)
First Unitarian Denver member and author Cynthia Swanson joins several other authors selling books at the Windsor Gardens Craft Fair, Fri. 11/14 & Sat.11/15. Cynthia is donating 50% of her proceeds from this event to Food Bank of the Rockies. Stop by, say hello, and pick up a book! This event is open to the public.
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The Larger Unitarian Universalist Community
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