What's Happening at First Universalist
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Drop-In Discussion: "Oh, For Goodness Sake!"
January 26, 2020
Often said in frustration the phrase encapsulates the age-old problem of why humankind can't behave in an ethical manner. But we will examine why we UU's repeatedly violate our stated values and beliefs. For example, we claim love is the doctrine of this church, but is it? Bill Elwell presents.
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Sunday Service: Conflict Without Contempt
January 26, 2020
During this sermon, we will explore some underlying conditioned messages about conflict as well as contemporary issues related to increased levels of contempt in public discourse.
We will connect these ideas to both Gandhi and King, and examine how they viewed both conflict, and contempt. Lastly we will connect these ideas to the increasing use of restorative practices, as a practical framework for harnessing the potential of conflict for growth and deeper connection.
Speaker: Kit Miller
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Happening This Sunday
Other Events
Onyx Clarinet Quartet - Eastman at Washington Square Concerts
January 23, 2020
The Onyx Clarinet Quartet presents music of Latin America including distinctive song and dance styles from Brazil, Argentina, Cuba, and Mexico.
Admission is free! Bring your brown bag lunch and join us.
Photo by Hal Gatewood on Unsplash
2020 Church Service Auction
February 02, 2020
First Universalist's Annual Service Auction! Join us after our Sunday service for food, fun, and bidding!
If you have questions about potential donation items, please contact auction@uuroc.org. Donation forms can be found on the footer of uuroc.org!
Eunice Eckberg Memorial Film Series: "Twenty Feet from Stardom"
February 09, 2020
"Twenty Feet from Stardom" (2013, 1 hr.31m.) Filmmaker Morgan Neville shines a long overdue spotlight on the hit-making contributions of longtime backup singers like Darlene Love and Merry Clayton. Academy award for best Documentary Feature.
About the Film Series
This series features films that address racial justice through history, music and spiritual avenues. Each film will be followed by facilitated discussion of ways to further the message of racial equity in our city and world.