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Sunday Worship,
September 28th, 2025
at 10:30 am
Can We Transform A Democracy Under Siege?
Rev. Mike Morran
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Join us on September 28th at 10:30 am. Bringing our voices, minds, and hearts to the challenges of our times.
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Saving our Democracy – What’s Next
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(Thanks to the Paul Riederer for the post)
The Sunday, September 28th Service at First Unitarian will focus on “Saving Our Democracy – What’s Next?” FUSD’s Democracy Action Team invites all to join in this “open mic” brainstorming session on what we can do next to Save our Democracy. We want to hear from you. How are you feeling about the fascist regime taking over our country, pushing values of hate and fear, and destroying our Constitutional Civil Rights. What do you think we can we do to take back our country, and promote our cherished UU values of love, compassion and the inherent dignity of all in our society. Is this a Constitutional Crisis? Is this a National Emergency? What’s actions can we take personally and as a UU Congregation? Attend this event and share your views.
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Participatory Art – Free Speech
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(Thanks to Paul Riederer for the post)
Participatory Art at First Unitarian Denver, Sunday September 28 – before and after the service in the Community Room. The First Amendment of our US Constitution states we have a right to Free Speech. The Democracy Action Team invites you to speak your truth, write your feelings about the anti-democratic actions of the current administration.
Artist Nina Nadeau will help First Unitarian members and visitors paint on a canvas showing a young mother speaking at a town hall.
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Congregational Meeting to Vote on Reintroducing Two Sunday Services – October 19th at Noon.
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(Thanks to Ed Dieringer for the post)
We invite all members to join us in the church sanctuary or online, on Sunday October 19th at noon, for a congregational meeting to vote on a motion to reintroduce two Sunday services. We hope you’ll join us—your voice and presence matter.
More details will be shared soon.
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Second Service Exploration – Sunday, October 12 – after the Service
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Dear friends and faithful,
Earlier this year a video was released to our congregation intending to gauge the
response for adding a Second Service at First Unitarian. At least 90 people responded, mostly with widespread support for continuing to be a welcoming, open and safe space for all to enjoy. We greatly appreciate the careful and thoughtful responses, especially those that asked the question if this is the right time to continue our earlier tradition of two services each Sunday.
We hear you. Earlier this month a second video was released (click here to view) noting the support and concerns regarding reinstituting a second service. If you have not had a chance to watch this, we encourage you to do so now.
On Sunday, October 12th we are holding a congregational discussion forum following the service to allow all voices to be heard. We hope to have a lively hour of open, honest discussion. This is a community decision requiring all voices and votes to be heard and counted and we plan to hold a congregational meeting for this purpose later this fall. If we as a community decide to move forward with a second service timing is crucial.
Let’s begin this vital discussion right now and of course following the service on
Sunday, October 12th.
In Covenant,
Mike Cranmer
Click here to view a detail summary of the Two Services Survey Feedback.
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Children’s Religious Exploration Programming
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(Thanks to Leslie Harvey for the post)
- Our Preschool-5th grade classes are up and running! if you have not already done so, please enroll your children using this link.
- October 5th: Youth classes resume (Middle & High School) Youth will be offered the first two Sundays of every month. Please enroll your teens using this link.
Interested in serving on the RE Team? We are looking for more volunteers to get involved in the following ways:
- greeter at the Family Sign-in table before the service
- teacher’s helper in Preschool, Primary, or Intermediate classrooms
Fill out this form to get started and make a difference in the lives of our next generation of UUs!
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(Thanks to Leslie Harvey for the post)
We joyfully welcome children of all ages into our church community! Our peaceful play area, located to the left in our sanctuary, provides them with a space to engage quietly until Time For All Ages, when they are sung out of the service. We believe children bring a fun, positive energy — and yes, sometimes a little volume.
If you prefer a quieter experience, we warmly invite you to sit away from the play area. Thank you for helping us create a space where all ages feel included and valued.
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(Thanks to Leslie Harvey for the post)
Starting this Sunday, the door to the stairs (located next to the main entrance) will be locked before service and during RE classes. If you need access to the basement before the service you can go through the Community Room, around the back way to the stairwell. After the service, the door will be opened for parents and guardians to go downstairs to sign out their children. There is a sign now posted on this door, listing Leslie’s phone number for immediate assistance on Sunday mornings. Please contact Leslie with any questions or concerns about this new safety protocol at msleslie@fusden.org. Thank you for helping us keep our children safe!
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Parent’s Day Off – October 25th
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Hello First Unitarian Denver!
To all the parents in the room—Caring Committee is delighted to offer you a child-free afternoon on October 25th. If you could use a little time to recharge, we invite you to reserve a spot with us. While a loving group of elders engages with your little ones, you’re free to do something just for you—get a pedicure, go on a date, take a nap. It’s a gift of time, from our hearts to yours.
Feel free to reach out by email with any questions.
Warmly,
Your Caring Committee
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First Unitarian Events Coming Soon
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Miriam’s Book Table – Open Sunday – 9/28
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(Thanks to Con Robinson for the post)
Miriam’s Book Table is back after a summer break. We will be open during coffee hour each 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. Please stop by and say “HI” and check out our new books .
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Resonance: Contemplative Evening Service & Potluck Dinner
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(Thanks to Rev. Lia Davis for the post)
Our first Resonance service this fall will be Wednesday October 1st at 6 pm. Resonance offers quiet music, guided meditation, readings / poems, and time for shared silent reflection. Please bring a dish to share for a potluck supper following the service at 6:30 in the community room. All are welcome – even if you are unable to bring a dish, please join us! Would you like to volunteer to help at one of our potlucks? Sign up to sponsor a Resonance potluck this year.
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Yom Kippur Service – Wednesday, 10/1 at 7pm
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(Thanks to Rabbi Michael Kengmana for the post)
JVP will be hosting a Yom Kippur service on Wednesday, October 1st at 7pm at First Unitarian Denver. The service will be lead by FUSD member Rabbi Michael Kengmana and he would love to see any and all FUSD members there to share in this holy day. You do not need to be Jewish or have any background knowledge to come and be a part of it. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Michael at 917 371 7999.
Use this link to RSVP and register so we know what numbers to expect:
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(Thanks to Susan Riederer for the post)
Soulful Potlucks(brunch, lunch or dinner) are being offered in some of our members homes on Saturday, Oct 11th. If you would like to participate please fill out this form. This will be on a first come first serve basis so don’t delay in signing up. Deadline for signup is September 28.
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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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Spoken Sunday Announcement Policy
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(Thanks to the Board of Trustees for the post)
In the interest of a cohesive worship service that meets the needs of both visitors and regular attendees, we will limit spoken announcements on Sunday morning to two. These will be allowed on a first-come, first-serve basis to the individuals and groups who would like to speak their announcements, or have them spoken.
When a committee or council is doing the Greeting and Welcome, while also introducing themselves, that will not count as a spoken announcement.
FUSD Staff will create and publicize a Signup-Genius link for all groups, events, Committees, Councils, and Social Justice initiatives that wish to make spoken announcements, and all will be encouraged to utilize this method of arranging in advance for a spoken announcement.
As always, all groups, events, etc., are encouraged to submit their information for inclusion in 1stAnnounce, and the printed Sunday bulletin via form here. These need to be submitted by Wednesday each week, to be included in the Thursday 1stAnnounce, or the Sunday bulletin
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Sign Declaration in Support of Immigrants
(Thanks to Julie Meyers for the post)
The Interfaith Immigration Network of CO has written a powerful Declaration in Support of Immigrants. We are asking individuals to sign on, share widely, and contact your legislators telling them you’ve signed. To read the Declaration and sign on-line please click here. Folks from FUSD’s Immigration Project will also be at coffee hour each Sunday through the end of September so you can sign there as well.
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Middle East Justice – Panel Discussion
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(Thanks to the Middle East Justice FUSD for the post)
Black America + Palestine: Different Histories, Same Fight!
African-Americans, Jews, and Palestinians in the Shadow of the Gaza Genocide
Saturday, September 27
4-6 pm panel discussion with potluck dinner to follow
First Unitarian Society of Denver
1400 Lafayette St
Panel discussion with Hermon George Jr, Julia Halaby and Rob Prince, click here for bios)
Sponsored by the Center for Freedom and Justice-CO (CFJ-CO), Middle East Justice Project/FUSD, and Jewish Voice for Peace Denver/Boulder.
We hope you can join us and bring friends! For those who can’t attend in person the panel discussion will be available to watch online; we’ll send the link as soon as it’s available.
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Taco Bar Fundraiser for Jerson, Debiem, and Jhonder!
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(Thanks to Linda Nabours for the post)
On Friday October 3rd at 6pm.
This courageous family is looking to have their lives restored after ICE targeted them. FUSD Immigration Project, Denver IPT, and Court Watch are hosting to help raise funds. Music, Dance, Taco Bar!! We can contribute in a meaningful way with this direct action.
For more information, go to: Oct_3_Fundraisersingle.pdf
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Social Justice Film Series – First Universalist
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Friday, October 3rd, 6:30pm
First Universalist Church of Denver,
Hospitality Center
4101 E. Hampden Ave.
Please bring snacks if you can
The Fire Inside is a 2024 American biographical sports film by Rachel Morrison in her feature directorial debut. The film is about the early boxing career of Claressa “T-Rex” Shields. Claressa, a determined teenager from Flint, Michigan, refuses to be confined by the chaos of her upbringing. When she walks into the boys‑only boxing gym of former pro Jason Crutchfield, she demands a chance to train. Despite the gym’s rough environment and Crutchfield’s reluctance, he eventually accepts her, setting her on an athletic journey that begins as survival and becomes hope.
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(Thanks to Arnie Carter for the post)
Report Ice activity become a responder or a dispatcher.
Ice has been active in or community, protect our neighbors. Call and report any suspected ice activity to 844-864-8341. Get involved please, No one is safe unless we are all safe!
For more information click here.
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Need Food for an Event? Use a Local Caterer!
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Local Unitarian Universalist Community
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Susan Marie Frontczak as Marie Curie
(Thanks to Kathy Glatz for the post)
Sunday, September 28, 4 pm. Time travel to 1915 to witness struggles and triumphs of the scientist who discovered a new element whose compounds really do glow in the dark. Marie Curie is best known for the discovery of radium and radioactivity, and of the first cancer treatments, but few understand the obstacles she faced just to get into the laboratory. From the political oppression of her childhood to scientific emergence and fame, Marie’s story reveals a compelling journey. The program includes a monologue in character, Q&A. program sponsored by Jefferson Humanists. Join us at Jefferson Unitarian Church for socializing and enjoying our community table of food and drink.
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The Larger Unitarian Universalist Community
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