Drop-In Discussions
Sometimes our discussions are based on certain books or articles, but you don’t have to read anything or do any advance preparation to participate. Just drop-in. People of all viewpoints are welcome to make presentations or join in the discussions.
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Virtual Drop-In Discussions:
Virtual drop-in discussions meet on Tuesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm via Zoom.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87535284436?pwd=ckI4NGdUVXVLVGJKYXdMMEx0RHFZdz09
Meeting ID: 875 3528 4436
Passcode: 665971
In-Person Drop-In Discussions:
In-person drop-in discussions are held on the first Sunday morning of each month
in the Chalice Room on the second floor of our church, starting at 9:15am (during the regular church year, and off during the summer months).​
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Have you read/written a book or article, attended or presented a workshop or talk, or have a topic that you would like to share with us? Is there a topic you would like to learn more about?
Don't hesitate to get in touch with our Drop-In Discussion Committee: dropindiscussion@uuroc.org
​​​November 2025​
Tuesday, November 4: Your Questions for the Minister
Tonight we have the opportunity to ask Rev. Eileen Casey-Campbell whatever we're curious about. And since it's also Election Night, Rev. Eileen wants to take a few minutes to discuss whatever anxiety/hope/grief/rage we're holding at the moment. All are welcome!​
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Tuesday, November 11: Recovery All Ways: Compassion in Action
Co-founder of Recovery All Ways (RAW), Gary Harding shares how neighbors lifting neighbors is reshaping Rochester, one meal, one conversation, one act of care at a time. Gary will discuss their Sunday operations, cleanup and outreach, helping those battling substance use disorder, mental health issues, houselessness, and how RAW is volunteer-led and run. ​
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Tuesday, November 18: Person Centered Housing Options (PCHO)
Tonight we will learn about what the Person Centered Housing Options (PCHO) community organization is, what they do, and how First Universalist can help. Presented by Nicholas Coultier.​
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Tuesday, November 25: Railroad Trains: Real & Scale Models
Tonight let’s discuss our relationships with trains and railroads, both real and scale models. How many of us have fond memories of taking train trips? How many of us have or had family members that worked for railroads? How many of us have spent time playing with or watching others play with model trains? Let’s share our train-related stories and perhaps discuss why this nation doesn’t build more railroads instead of more highways. John Lukes will lead.
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In-person Drop-In Discussions:​​​​
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Sunday, October 5 at 9:15am in the Chalice Room *In-Person* - Have We Voted For The Last Time - Is Trump’s Presidency Permanent?
Bill Elwell will lead a discussion on whether elections will be cancelled and Trump successfully assumes all power as a full-scale dictator. He said he’d only be a dictator for the first day, but maybe he was using the term ‘day’ as used in the Genesis Creation Story.​
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Sunday, October 2 at 9:15am in the Chalice Room *In-Person* - Humans Assisting Humans with David Damico
Since the "Enlightenment" religious thought has refined itself, becoming more secular. As editor of the Universalist Herald, I have noticed a wide variety of viewpoints concerning how “Universalism” can be interpreted as a form of Humanism. As religious liberals, the topic is worthy of discussion. This discussion will relate to the slow lessening of religious reliance and a refocusing on humankind relying on itself. David Damico facilitates. ​
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We will meet at 9:15am in the Chalice Room. All are welcome. Drop-in discussions will continue on the first Sunday of the month. All are welcome!
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Phil Ebersole is the facilitator unless otherwise mentioned. Topics are subject to change. If you have a topic you would like discussed or, better still, would like to lead a discussion, speak to Phil Ebersole.​
If you have an outside speaker in mind that you think should be invited, have a topic you’d like discussed or, better still, would be willing to lead a discussion, please contact
