Join us for Where Sound Speaks: Listening for Meaning in Everyday Life Service with Dr. Edward W. Hardy.

Music has shaped the way I experience the world, not only as a violinist and composer, but as a person. Through stories from my life and career, I’ll explore how listening with our ears, our hearts, and our spirits can help us discover purpose, deepen our connections with one another, and open us to the idea of God’s presence in everyday life. Along the way, I’ll share brief violin performances that bring each idea to life, making the music part of the conversation rather than simply a performance.

We’d love to see you Sunday at 10:30 AM, in person or online. Our service is available on YouTube and Zoom (Meeting ID: 466 677 668, Passcode: 454623). Coffee and conversation follow the service, so come stay a while.

About Edward

Praised for ‘composing the omnipresent music and playing the violin superbly’ (The New York Times), composer, violinist, and actor Dr. Edward W. Hardy bridges classical, contemporary, and Black musical traditions. Known for his acclaimed score for the Obie Award-winning “The Woodsman” and his work as composer and actor/violinist in Anna Deavere Smith’s “Basil Biggs,” he has performed at Carnegie Hall 33 times and appeared at Jazz at Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, the Met Gala, and New York Fashion Week. A DownBeat Award winner with one album, eight singles, and a growing catalog of genre-spanning compositions, Hardy continues shaping contemporary violin performance through storytelling and cultural reflection.

Join us for Updated Bylaw Education Forums

The congregation will be voting on the revised bylaws on October 11th, 2026. In preparation for that meeting, educational forums will be held on July 26th, August 30th, and September 27th of this year after church service(s). At least one member of the by-laws task force and of the board of trustees will be present for each of these sessions. Please review the attached revised bylaws and bring any questions you have.

Join us for Updated Bylaw Education Forums

The congregation will be voting on the revised bylaws on October 11th, 2026. In preparation for that meeting, educational forums will be held on July 26th, August 30th, and September 27th of this year after church service(s). At least one member of the by-laws task force and of the board of trustees will be present for each of these sessions. Please review the attached revised bylaws and bring any questions you have.

FUSD will be offering Our Whole Lives (OWL)

Our Whole Lives (OWL) Program will be offered in the fall of 2026 to 2nd- and 3rd-graders. This program offers comprehensive, age-appropriate, and values-based sexuality education in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

OWL is guided by the following two principles: parents and caregivers have primary responsibility for their children’s sexuality education, and sexuality education happens through open and honest communication among adults and their children.

Please complete this form to reserve your child’s spot. Enrollment is limited to ensure a high-quality experience, with a minimum of 8 students and a maximum of 12 students per class. Early registration is encouraged, as classes will only be held if the minimum enrollment is met.

Join us for Updated Bylaw Education Forums

The congregation will be voting on the revised bylaws on October 11th, 2026. In preparation for that meeting, educational forums will be held on July 26th, August 30th, and September 27th of this year after church service(s). At least one member of the by-laws task force and of the board of trustees will be present for each of these sessions. Please review the attached revised bylaws and bring any questions you have.