Upcoming Events
December 07dec10:30 am11:30 amTo Save or to Savor?Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis Join us for our “To Save or to Savor?” Service with Ministreal Resident Michael DeSantis.
The writer E. B. White once remarked, “I arise in the morning torn between a desire Join us for our “To Save or to Savor?” Service with Ministreal Resident Michael DeSantis. The writer E. B. White once remarked, “I arise in the morning torn between a desire to save the world and a desire to savor the world. This makes it hard to plan the day.” As we turn our attention to December’s spiritual theme of Salvation, we will reflect on how to tell which of these desires we are called to live out—and which ones we aren’t. If all goes well, we might even get some clarity on how to plan the day! We warmly invite you to join us in person, or if you prefer, you can also participate online. We look forward to seeing you there! Our service streams to Youtube and Zoom (meeting ID is 466-677-668 and the password is 454623). Join us for coffee in the Community Room after the service. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 07dec12:00 pm1:00 pmWhole SoUUl Studio Whole SoUUl Studio will be a monthly, faithful, educational, communal gathering with a focus on religion and community. We will gather in the sanctuary at 12:00 on the first (or Whole SoUUl Studio will be a monthly, faithful, educational, communal gathering with a focus on religion and community. We will gather in the sanctuary at 12:00 on the first (or occasionally second) Sunday of each month, after Sunday service, to learn, explore, share, and grow together for about 45 minutes. Facilitated by Michael DeSantis and occasionally others, Whole SoUUl Studio is intended to be connective and nourishing for all our members and friends! . First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 10dec6:00 pm7:00 pmBlue Christmas Service 2025Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis Join us for Blue Christmas at First Unitarian!
You are invited to our annual Blue Christmas service – a music-filled, contemplative worship service on Wednesday, December 10th at 6:00 pm. Led You are invited to our annual Blue Christmas service – a music-filled, contemplative worship service on Wednesday, December 10th at 6:00 pm. Led by Michael DeSantis, this service features musicians from our community, Rev. Lia Davis on piano, and guest cellist Phil Norman. Blue Christmas is for everyone, especially those whose memories or experiences of the holidays have been incongruous with the typical, superficial expectations of the season. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 11dec7:00 pm9:00 pmContemplative Practices for Contemporary People - Dec. 4th 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 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. 12dec11:45 pm11:45 pmLunch Bunch Potluck Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 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. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 14dec10:30 am11:30 amLifesaving LoveMinisterial Resident Michael DeSantis Join us for our “Lifesaving Love” Service with Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis.
Our UU faith puts love at the center, and it’s not a stretch to say that love—genuine, other-focused love—can, Join us for our “Lifesaving Love” Service with Ministerial Resident Michael DeSantis. Our UU faith puts love at the center, and it’s not a stretch to say that love—genuine, other-focused love—can, in some cases, save lives. Where is that kind of lifesaving love needed in our world today? We warmly invite you to join us in person, or if you prefer, you can also participate online. We look forward to seeing you there! Our service streams to Youtube and Zoom (meeting ID is 466-677-668 and the password is 454623). Join us for coffee in the Community Room after the service. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 20dec4:00 pm7:00 pmSolstice Eve Service - 2025
Gather with the First Unitarian Denver community on Saturday, December 20th from 4 – 7 pm for Solstice Eve! Everyone is warmly invited to this free community event, which Gather with the First Unitarian Denver community on Saturday, December 20th from 4 – 7 pm for Solstice Eve! Everyone is warmly invited to this free community event, which includes face painting, an all-ages coloring poster, and warm drinks in the community room at 4 pm; lively carol singing with a jazz band at 4:30 in the sanctuary; a potluck dinner at 5:15 (EVERYONE is welcome, even if unable to bring an item to the potluck); and a family-friendly light spiral ritual in the upstairs chapel at 5:45, followed by a traditional light spiral at 6:15. Please RSVP by December 18, and consider signing up for a short volunteer slot to help the evening run smoothly. We hope to see you there! First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 24dec5:00 pm6:00 pm2025 Christmas Eve Services Christmas Eve ServicesPlease join us in the sanctuary on December 24th for our traditional, candle-lit services at 5 PM and 7 PM as we reflect on “Drawing Christmas Eve ServicesPlease join us in the sanctuary on December 24th for our traditional, candle-lit services at 5 PM and 7 PM as we reflect on “Drawing Near to Humanity.” First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St January 04jan10:30 am11:30 amKeeping the PeaceMinisterial Resident Michael DeSantis On the first Sunday of the new year, many Methodist churches celebrate Covenant Renewal Sunday, a day in which the community remembers and recommits itself to the promises its members On the first Sunday of the new year, many Methodist churches celebrate Covenant Renewal Sunday, a day in which the community remembers and recommits itself to the promises its members have made to the Divine and to one another. Since Unitarian Universalism is a covenantal faith, this holiday seems like a fitting one for us to celebrate as well. Join us as we reflect on the purpose and practice of covenants—especially our First Unitarian covenant—and what those covenants have to do with January’s spiritual theme of Peace. We warmly invite you to join us in person or, if you prefer, participate online. We look forward to seeing you there! Our service streams to Youtube and Zoom (meeting ID is 466-677-668 and the password is 454623). Join us for coffee in the Community Room after the service. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 04jan12:00 pm1:00 pmWhole SoUUl Studio Whole SoUUl Studio will be a monthly, faithful, educational, communal gathering with a focus on religion and community. We will gather in the sanctuary at 12:00 on the first (or Whole SoUUl Studio will be a monthly, faithful, educational, communal gathering with a focus on religion and community. We will gather in the sanctuary at 12:00 on the first (or occasionally second) Sunday of each month, after Sunday service, to learn, explore, share, and grow together for about 45 minutes. Facilitated by Michael DeSantis and occasionally others, Whole SoUUl Studio is intended to be connective and nourishing for all our members and friends! . First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St Join us for our Resonance Service!
Resonance is a monthly contemplative worship service at First Unitarian Denver. Our next Resonance service is Wednesday November 5th at 6 pm.
Resonance is a monthly contemplative worship service at First Unitarian Denver. Our next Resonance service is Wednesday November 5th 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.Enter your text here… 09jan11:45 pm11:45 pmLunch Bunch Potluck Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 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. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 18jan10:30 am11:30 amNo Justice, No PeaceMinistreal Resident Michael DeSantis Join us for our “No Justice, No Peace” Service with Ministreal Resident Michael DeSantis.
This week, we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Sunday. In particular, we will reflect on what Dr. Join us for our “No Justice, No Peace” Service with Ministreal Resident Michael DeSantis. This week, we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Sunday. In particular, we will reflect on what Dr. King had to say about our monthly spiritual theme of Peace. What is the relationship between peace and justice? And how might Dr. King’s legacy be calling us to respond to these turbulent (and distinctly un-peaceful) times that we find ourselves living in? We warmly invite you to join us in person, or if you prefer, you can also participate online. We look forward to seeing you there! Our service streams to Youtube and Zoom (meeting ID is 466-677-668 and the password is 454623). Join us for coffee in the Community Room after the service. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 18jan12:00 pm2:00 pmClimate Justice Book Discussion - Life After Dead Pool The FUSD Climate Justice Project is excited to announce a Sunday January 18, 2026 noon hour book discussion of Zak Podmore’s 2025 book LIFE AFTER DEAD POOL about the Colorado The FUSD Climate Justice Project is excited to announce a Sunday January 18, 2026 noon hour book discussion of Zak Podmore’s 2025 book LIFE AFTER DEAD POOL about the Colorado River and the declining water level in Lake Powell. We will likely schedule a duplicate evening zoom meeting, also in January. Books will be available in the FUSD Community Room on Sundays in early December. Please obtain a copy of the book and begin your reading journey. 25jan11:30 am11:31 pmActivity Fair Join Us for the New Year Activity Fair!
Hosted by your Leadership Development Committee
Date: January 25, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM (immediately following Sunday services)
Location: Community Room
Discover All the Ways Join Us for the New Year Activity Fair! Date: January 25, 2026 Discover All the Ways to Get Involved! The Leadership Development Committee is developing the slate of nominees for elected committees for 2026-2027. Please stop by and speak with representatives of the elected committees – the Board, Committee on Ministry, Endowment, Finance, Faith in Action, Leadership Development, Personnel, and Stewardship to ask questions and express your interest. If you would like to reserve a spot for your group, please contact Tess at tsdieringer@gmail.com. February 01feb12:00 pm1:00 pmWhole SoUUl Studio Whole SoUUl Studio will be a monthly, faithful, educational, communal gathering with a focus on religion and community. We will gather in the sanctuary at 12:00 on the first (or Whole SoUUl Studio will be a monthly, faithful, educational, communal gathering with a focus on religion and community. We will gather in the sanctuary at 12:00 on the first (or occasionally second) Sunday of each month, after Sunday service, to learn, explore, share, and grow together for about 45 minutes. Facilitated by Michael DeSantis and occasionally others, Whole SoUUl Studio is intended to be connective and nourishing for all our members and friends! . First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St Join us for our Resonance Service!
Resonance is a monthly contemplative worship service at First Unitarian Denver. Our next Resonance service is Wednesday November 5th at 6 pm.
Resonance is a monthly contemplative worship service at First Unitarian Denver. Our next Resonance service is Wednesday November 5th 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.Enter your text here… 13feb11:45 pm11:45 pmLunch Bunch Potluck Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 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. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St March Join us for our Resonance Service!
Resonance is a monthly contemplative worship service at First Unitarian Denver. Our next Resonance service is Wednesday November 5th at 6 pm.
Resonance is a monthly contemplative worship service at First Unitarian Denver. Our next Resonance service is Wednesday November 5th 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.Enter your text here… 13mar11:45 pm11:45 pmLunch Bunch Potluck Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 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. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St April Join us for our Resonance Service!
Resonance is a monthly contemplative worship service at First Unitarian Denver. Our next Resonance service is Wednesday November 5th at 6 pm.
Resonance is a monthly contemplative worship service at First Unitarian Denver. Our next Resonance service is Wednesday November 5th 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.Enter your text here… 10apr11:45 pm11:45 pmLunch Bunch Potluck Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 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. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St 17apr(apr 17)8:00 am18(apr 18)9:00 pmComing Soon: SoUUl Stage’s Newest Musical!
Get ready—the next big musical adventure is about to begin, and we want YOU to be part of it! Anthem: Where the Light Gets In” – A Get ready—the next big musical adventure is about to begin, and we want YOU to be part of it! Anthem: Where the Light Gets In” – A musical about a group of ordinary people who stumble into an extraordinary awakening—one that reveals the light we carry, and the parts of ourselves we forgot. Whether you love to perform, work behind the scenes, or just try something new, there’s a place for Young or young-at-heart, families and first-timers, theater veterans and curious newcomers— Join us as we create something unforgettable together—a show that shines because of the community behind it. Show information: Come make memories, make friends, and make magic with SoUUl Stage. Auditions & Crew Call Registration • Work Backstage – lights, sound, props, costumes, sets • Sign-up information is on the Souulstage Website •Audition for a part – January 11th, 2026. Auditions are for part placements only. Everyone who auditions will have a part in the show! First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St May 08may11:45 pm11:45 pmLunch Bunch Potluck Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 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. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St June 12jun11:45 pm11:45 pmLunch Bunch Potluck Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to the return of our monthly potluck, Lunch Bunch, on the second Friday of the month. We gather at First Unitarian Society of Denver around 11:30 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. First Unitarian Society of Denver 1400 N. Lafayette St
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This year’s Giving in Action collection will support Metro Caring.
Bring extra sweets, cookies, or savory treats to share after the services—drop them off in the kitchen before you arrive!
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Time: 11:30 AM (immediately following Sunday services)
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The new year is here, and the Activity Fair is a great opportunity to learn about the various committees, projects, and circles that make our community so diverse and vibrant. Whether you’re looking for ways to volunteer, explore new interests, meet new people, or deepen your commitment to the social causes you are passionate about, there’s something for everyone! Our community thrives when we all contribute our time, talents, and energy. Whether you’re new to the church or a longtime member, this is an opportunity to find your place.Time
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you on (or behind) the stage. Not into performing? Mark your calendars and come enjoy the show!
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