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Sunday Worship,
October 13th, 2024
at 10:30 am
What’s a Country For?
Rev. Mike Morran
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Join us on Sunday, October 13th at 10:30 am. A quadrennial tradition, coming up on election day, Rev. Mike will announce his candidacy for president and lay out a Unitarian Universalist platform.
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Whole SoUUl Studio at noon on Sunday 10/13/24
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(Thanks to the Mike Morran for the post)
Everyone is invited to join Rev. Mike for Whole SoUUl Studio Sunday, October 13th at 12 pm in the Sanctuary.
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Children’s Religious Exploration Programming
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Religious Exploration News
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(Thanks to the Leslie Harvey for the post)
We currently have 20 children and 5 youth enrolled in our weekly programming. It’s never too late to enroll your children! Please use this enrollment form before they will be joining one of our classes (Nursery-5th grade).
We still need volunteers for all age groups in order to have a robust team, and the most pressing need is for the Nursery and for our Youth (Middle and High Schoolers). If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this interest form or see Ms. Leslie in the community room at the Family Check-in table to get your questions answered. Each week, every volunteer is provided a lesson plan, all the materials needed, and a binder full of resources. We will even train you until you feel comfortable.
Shout Out to this week’s Volunteer Superhero Ellen Cahill! Ms. Ellen has served for many years (decades!) as our trusted Preschool teacher at First Unitarian and we are incredibly lucky to have her! She is a wonder with toddlers and an inspration to see in action. Sincere gratitude for your years of dedication to our little people! We appreciate you, Ms. Ellen
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First Unitarian Events Coming Soon
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Lunch Bunch Potluck – Friday, October 11 at 11:45 am
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Everyone is invited to our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:45 a.m. to set up, and we 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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Prayer for Gaza: An Interfaith Service for Prayer, Solidarity and Healing
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(Thanks to Daniel Martin for the post)
All are invited to join in an interfaith vigil praying for peace and justice in Israel and Palestine on Saturday, October 12th from 6-8 pm. We will have members of the local faith community from Jewish, Muslim, and Christian backgrounds speak, with a candlelight vigil to follow.
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Potluck at First Unitarian
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(Thanks to Karen Ray for the post)
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Sunday, October 13th, after the 10:30 service: POTLUCK!
We strongly believe in the power of breaking bread in community – it brings good things!
Bring something to share, or just pitch in for the set-up/clean-up. This will be a great opportunity to spend a little time with people you might typically just see in passing. Questions? Erick@fusden.org
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Middle East Justice: Palestine in Context Class Series
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(Thanks to Daniel Martin for the post)
The Middle East Justice Project is delighted to announce its Fall “Palestine in Context” course. Please register for the course here. To be added to our mailing list or for any questions please email Mejfusd@gmail.com.
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Let’s Talk About Reproductive Justice, Friends!
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(Thanks to Jane Ashley for the post)
The next movie in the RJ film series will be “Philomena,” gorgeous, heart-breaking and funny all at once. It’s the story of a pregnant Irish girl in the 1950s who is sent to a convent to give up her baby for adoption. Fifty years later, she goes on a quest to find her son, aided by a cranky journalist who’s writing the story. The screening will be at the home of Jane Ashley. Please RSVP to jane.ashley52@gmail.com, or (703) 328-5891.
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 15
Time: 6 pm-9 pm
Trailer: YouTube.com/watch?v=rG3QP8foCvg
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Craft Circle at First Unitarian
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(Thanks to Julie Meyers for the post)
It’s time for our Craft Circle to resume from a summer hiatus! We meet in the Community Room at FUSD on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 2:00-3:30 pm, Wednesday, October 16. The front door is often locked so ring the bell and/or knock loudly, and I’ll let you in. No RSVP needed – just show up! PS: I’m happy to teach folks how to knit. If you’d like to learn, email me to let me know you’re coming so I can bring some supplies to get you started.. For more info, contact Julie Meyers at julie.meyers.md@gmail.com
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CORE (Creative, Open, Religious Exploration) Circles
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(Thanks to Beverly Bravo for the post)
CORE (Creative, Open, Religious Exploration) Circles
CORE Circles strengthen our congregation through small monthly gatherings designed to foster friendship and spiritual growth.
CORE Circles allow us to create connections with one another in deeper, thoughtful, and intentional ways beyond our usual Sunday contact or committee work.
CORE Circles keep us aware and responsive to one another in times of need as well as celebration.
At this moment, I am trying to start a CORE circle for families with young and school-age children. If you’re interested in becoming a part of this, we will be meeting in the community room on Friday, October 18 at 6 pm. If you’re interested in this event or joining another CORE circle within our congregation or even starting your own, please contact me. Beverly Bravo 3039212684 or bravodenver@gmail.com
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First Unitarian Volunteer Fair – Sunday, October 20
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During Coffee Hour on Sunday, October 20th, our Community Room will be abuzz with opportunities to explore the heart of our Faith Tradition and learn about the work we’re doing beyond our ‘four walls.’
Our Congregational Projects, various Initiatives, and Church Committees will be represented by warm and welcoming members of our congregation, eager to share information and answer your questions.
And of course, there will be delicious goodies to enjoy while you connect and learn!
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Announcing Capitol Hill Concerts 6th Season!
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(Thanks to Lia Davis for the post)
Capitol Hill Concerts, hosted at First Unitarian Denver, kicks off its 2024-2025 season on Saturday November 9th at 7 pm with Gonzalo Teppa, Origins. Origins performs original music that draws from the musical wells of Latin American roots (Venezuelan, Brazilian, Argentinian, and Afro-Cuban), ballads, Jazz and more. In 2025, we’ll welcome three more wonderful ensembles to our sanctuary: soulful, eclectic folk/pop singer Mark Oblinger (January 25), The Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra accompanying silent film (March 8), and Cóisir performing Traditional Irish music (April 5). All concerts begin at 7 pm. Attend all four concerts for only $70 with Season Tickets, or become a Sponsor and receive a free CD from one of this season’s artists plus an invitation to our Sponsor Soirée. Read more about tickets and sponsorships. We hope you will join us for this fantastic season of music!
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Stewardship Council Legacy Working Group Update
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(Thanks to Nancy Crow for the post)
October 10 is DAF Day! Do you know about donor advised funds, DAFs for short? Did you know that DAFs are a tax-advantaged charitable giving account that’s proven to nearly double your giving capacity? Learn more about DAFs and other ways to leave a legacy at the Legacy Working Group’s 12 noon, November 17, 2024, seminar in the Community Room. For more information, watch this in-depth educational webinar: Donor Advised Funds 101: The Giving Account That’s Made for Everyone. Watch Here.
National Estate Planning Awareness Week is October 21 – 27, 2024! Do you have an estate plan? Learn about estate planning and how to leave a legacy to First Unitarian at the Legacy Working Group’s 12 noon, November 17, 2024, seminar in the Community Room.
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