Calendar of Events & Holidays
Events in March 2022
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February 27, 2022(1 event) 9:00 am: Meal Pack Assembly – Join us between or after services today to help assemble shelf-stable individual meal packs for those experiencing homelessness in our area. Feel free to take one with you to pass along later to someone in need! |
February 28, 2022
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March 1, 2022(2 events) 5:00 pm: "What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group – Join us on February 1st and February 15th for conversations on An Introduction to the Unitarian and Universalist Traditions by Andrea Greenwood & Mark W. Harris. 7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing – Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information. |
March 2, 2022(1 event) 9:30 am: Hatha Yoga – Start your day off fresh with this relaxing yoga class for beginners, Held 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM weekly on Wednesday mornings. Cost is $20 per class. |
March 3, 2022(1 event) 6:30 pm: Navigating Grief (Closed Group) – The Spaces for Reflection and Sharing program has wound down, but Rev. Scott is preparing to offer a grief workshop for First Church members and friends early in the new year. Navigating Grief is a class for those experiencing grief due to a significant life change, such as death of a loved one or divorce. This is a six-consecutive-week course, and participants should plan to attend all six sessions. While most of the session work is done in a group process by participants, facilitators have information to impart as well. There is “group-think,” self-processing, table-sharing opportunities, and some writing work between sessions. This group is closed, meaning that no new participants will be admitted during this cycle. Please stay tuned for the next cycle if you are interested in participating. |
March 4, 2022
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March 5, 2022(3 events) 10:30 am: Stewardship Training – 11:00 am: Hermann Park Bike Ride: Green Revolution – 2:00 pm: Stewardship Training – |
March 6, 2022(3 events) 1:30 pm: Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education – in the Fireside Room 1:30 pm: Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education, Parent Session – in Channing Hall 6:30 pm: Vegan Dinner Party at Megan & Edmund's – |
March 7, 2022
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March 8, 2022(1 event) 7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing – Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information. |
March 9, 2022(1 event) 9:30 am: Hatha Yoga – Start your day off fresh with this relaxing yoga class for beginners, Held 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM weekly on Wednesday mornings. Cost is $20 per class. |
March 10, 2022(2 events) 6:30 pm: Navigating Grief (Closed Group) – The Spaces for Reflection and Sharing program has wound down, but Rev. Scott is preparing to offer a grief workshop for First Church members and friends early in the new year. Navigating Grief is a class for those experiencing grief due to a significant life change, such as death of a loved one or divorce. This is a six-consecutive-week course, and participants should plan to attend all six sessions. While most of the session work is done in a group process by participants, facilitators have information to impart as well. There is “group-think,” self-processing, table-sharing opportunities, and some writing work between sessions. This group is closed, meaning that no new participants will be admitted during this cycle. Please stay tuned for the next cycle if you are interested in participating. 7:00 pm: Membership 101 – Membership 101 is a pull-out Inquirer's Series session taking place on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. This session is a required step on the Path to Membership, and is offered in a hybrid format to allow for both online and in-person participation. Please contact info@firstuu.org for more information about Membership 101 and joining our church. |
March 11, 2022(1 event) 6:30 pm: Our Whole Lives Sexuality Education – in the Fireside Room |
March 12, 2022(2 events) 10:00 am: "A Women’s Lectionary: Translating for Thirsty Ears and Hungry Eyes", A Lecture by Rev. Wil Gafney – We are pleased to welcome a visit from womanist biblical scholar and Brite Divinity School professor Rev. Wil Gafney, Ph.D., to First Church on March 12th and 13th. Join us for "A Women’s Lectionary: Translating for Thirsty Ears and Hungry Eyes" on March 12th at 10:00 AM. Rev. Gafney will also preach our 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM Sunday services. 1:00 pm: Garden Team Work Day – Join the Garden Team for a work day at First Church! Work begins at 1:00 PM. |
March 13, 2022
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March 14, 2022
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March 15, 2022(2 events) 5:00 pm: "What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group – Join us on February 1st and February 15th for conversations on An Introduction to the Unitarian and Universalist Traditions by Andrea Greenwood & Mark W. Harris. 7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing – Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information. |
March 16, 2022(1 event) 9:30 am: Hatha Yoga – Start your day off fresh with this relaxing yoga class for beginners, Held 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM weekly on Wednesday mornings. Cost is $20 per class. |
March 17, 2022(2 events) 6:30 pm: El Grupo de Crecimiento Espiritual – Hacemos una cordial invitación a todas las personas que deseen participar para que nos acompañen a las 7:00 p.m. Por favor tomar nota que estaremos conversando y participando en español. Mantendremos el distanciamiento social recomendado y se requerirá el uso de cubrebocas. 6:30 pm: Navigating Grief (Closed Group) – The Spaces for Reflection and Sharing program has wound down, but Rev. Scott is preparing to offer a grief workshop for First Church members and friends early in the new year. Navigating Grief is a class for those experiencing grief due to a significant life change, such as death of a loved one or divorce. This is a six-consecutive-week course, and participants should plan to attend all six sessions. While most of the session work is done in a group process by participants, facilitators have information to impart as well. There is “group-think,” self-processing, table-sharing opportunities, and some writing work between sessions. This group is closed, meaning that no new participants will be admitted during this cycle. Please stay tuned for the next cycle if you are interested in participating. |
March 18, 2022
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March 19, 2022
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March 20, 2022(1 event) 10:00 am: Houston Women's Group - HWG – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 302 |
March 21, 2022
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March 22, 2022(1 event) 7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing – Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information. |
March 23, 2022(3 events) 9:30 am: Hatha Yoga – Start your day off fresh with this relaxing yoga class for beginners, Held 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM weekly on Wednesday mornings. Cost is $20 per class. 6:30 pm: String Band Rehearsal – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Fireside Room 7:00 pm: Newcomer Covenant Group – The Newcomer Covenant Group welcomes all New Members of First Church to connect and grow with Rev. D. Scott Cooper, Assistant Minister of Congregational Life, at this monthly gathering. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information. |
March 24, 2022(1 event) 6:30 pm: Navigating Grief (Closed Group) – The Spaces for Reflection and Sharing program has wound down, but Rev. Scott is preparing to offer a grief workshop for First Church members and friends early in the new year. Navigating Grief is a class for those experiencing grief due to a significant life change, such as death of a loved one or divorce. This is a six-consecutive-week course, and participants should plan to attend all six sessions. While most of the session work is done in a group process by participants, facilitators have information to impart as well. There is “group-think,” self-processing, table-sharing opportunities, and some writing work between sessions. This group is closed, meaning that no new participants will be admitted during this cycle. Please stay tuned for the next cycle if you are interested in participating. |
March 25, 2022(1 event) All day: UBarU Church-Wide Retreat All day Our Church-Wide Retreat at UBarU in Central Texas is March 25 - 28 (Friday - Monday). These are the workshops/activities we have planned so far: · Getting to Know each other Games · Mindful reflection/walking the labyrinth · Nature Poetry Writing · Campfire singing/Storytelling/Talent Show Contact carol@firstuu.org for instructions on how to register, or with any questions you may have about this event! |
March 26, 2022(1 event) All day: UBarU Church-Wide Retreat All day Our Church-Wide Retreat at UBarU in Central Texas is March 25 - 28 (Friday - Monday). These are the workshops/activities we have planned so far: · Getting to Know each other Games · Mindful reflection/walking the labyrinth · Nature Poetry Writing · Campfire singing/Storytelling/Talent Show Contact carol@firstuu.org for instructions on how to register, or with any questions you may have about this event! |
March 27, 2022(3 events) All day: UBarU Church-Wide Retreat All day Our Church-Wide Retreat at UBarU in Central Texas is March 25 - 28 (Friday - Monday). These are the workshops/activities we have planned so far: · Getting to Know each other Games · Mindful reflection/walking the labyrinth · Nature Poetry Writing · Campfire singing/Storytelling/Talent Show Contact carol@firstuu.org for instructions on how to register, or with any questions you may have about this event! 10:00 am: Houston Women's Group - HWG – First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 302 10:45 am: Arts Forum: "Singing HERstory" with Dr. Jolie Rocke and Chelsea de Souza – Dr. Jolie Rocke is introducing a new quarterly series of Arts Forums at First Church. Beginning Sunday, March 27, 2022. Between services (10:45-11:15 am) in the First Church sanctuary (live stream available), Dr. Rocke and Chelsea de Souza will present an informative performance of one of her original works. “Singing HERstory” pays homage to the life and achievements of inspiring women from the banner exhibit, Sing the Truth: Voices from The Amistad Center for Art & Culture located in Hartford, Connecticut. This production is a celebration of the African American female performance tradition and its impact on the fight for freedom and equality. For more than 150 years, several women defined career paths that fed them artistically and financially as they enriched this nation and the world. Discover the music and acclaim of fourteen pioneering women including Sissieretta Jones, Marian Anderson, Mahalia Jackson, Pearl Bailey, and Lola Falana. |
March 28, 2022(1 event) All day: UBarU Church-Wide Retreat All day Our Church-Wide Retreat at UBarU in Central Texas is March 25 - 28 (Friday - Monday). These are the workshops/activities we have planned so far: · Getting to Know each other Games · Mindful reflection/walking the labyrinth · Nature Poetry Writing · Campfire singing/Storytelling/Talent Show Contact carol@firstuu.org for instructions on how to register, or with any questions you may have about this event! |
March 29, 2022(2 events) 5:00 pm: "What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group – Join us on February 1st and February 15th for conversations on An Introduction to the Unitarian and Universalist Traditions by Andrea Greenwood & Mark W. Harris. 7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing – Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information. |
March 30, 2022(1 event) 9:30 am: Hatha Yoga – Start your day off fresh with this relaxing yoga class for beginners, Held 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM weekly on Wednesday mornings. Cost is $20 per class. |
March 31, 2022
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