Calendar of Events & Holidays
Events in November 2021
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First UU Book Club
First UU Book Club
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November 2, 2021Join us via Zoom for games, a chapter book, and time with your friends! Designed for ages 7-11, all children are welcome to join! Please email carol@firstuu.org for more information.
Onlinecarol@firstuu.org
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November 2, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First FloorSpace for Reflection and SharingSpace for Reflection and Sharing
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November 2, 2021Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.
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Wednesday Discussion Group
Wednesday Discussion Group
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November 3, 2021All are welcome to join us by Zoom for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of cultural, political, and popular topics. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
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Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu
Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu
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November 5, 2021Congregation Shma Koleinu's Shabbat service, held at First Church and led by Rabbi Scott. Please contact admin@cskhouston.com for more information.
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Local: Plant Trees for the Climate
Local: Plant Trees for the Climate
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November 6, 2021First Church’s Green and Community Project Teams will join the City of Houston to plant trees on November 6 with the mission of protecting and promoting trees ans a measure to clean the air, mitigate run-off and beautify our neighborhoods. This is a collaborative effort which will take place at MacGregor Park from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Contact communityprojectsteam@firstuu.org for more details.
Celebration of Life (Private)Celebration of Life (Private)
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Blood Drive @ First Church
Blood Drive @ First Church
All day
November 7, 2021On November 7, First Church will partner with the The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host a blood collection drive that will be staged in the parking lot on Southmore Street across from the church. In addition to receiving free snacks and drinks for restoration of their energy after donating blood, donors will be given a free T-shirt emblazoned with a snazzy inscription displaying their giving blood contribution to save a life. Check back soon for a link to sign up for your spot to donate.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonChanging WomenChanging Women
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November 7, 2021Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineEarly Morning Book GroupEarly Morning Book Group
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November 7, 2021A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineMindful Meditation GroupMindful Meditation Group
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November 7, 2021Join the Mindful Meditation Group for music, brief recorded talks, and guided mindfulness meditations from a variety of teachers and leaders. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineReligious Education for ChildrenReligious Education for Children
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November 7, 2021For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information.
Sunday ServiceDiscussion CircleDiscussion Circle
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November 7, 2021Join the Discussion Circle for facilitated, educational discussions on a variety of topics where everyone follows group guidelines to create a safe, friendly environment. This group meets in a hybrid format, online and in-person together. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineParents' GroupParents' Group
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November 7, 2021Especially for parents with babies, toddlers, and pre-school children to learn ways to have happy, healthy, satisfying family lives through ideas, support, and community, the Parents' Group meets in a hybrid format on first and third Sundays.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonRE for Teens - High SchoolRE for Teens - High School
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November 7, 2021Teens in High School meet online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, to talk about exploring different spiritual practices and other topics of interest. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonRE for Teens - Middle SchoolRE for Teens - Middle School
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November 7, 2021The YoUUth Unit meets online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, for games, discussion, exploring values and the sometimes difficult issues of teen life. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonReligious Education for ChildrenReligious Education for Children
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November 7, 2021For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonSunday ServiceSunday Service
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November 7, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonSunday ServiceSunday Service
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November 7, 2021Guest Preacher: Rev. Dan King, Minister Emeritus of First Church
In-Person & LivestreamingFirst Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonTransformation Committee MeetingTransformation Committee Meeting
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November 7, 2021A meeting of the Transformation Committee will be held in Room 304. This is a closed meeting.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304Parents as Sexuality Educators - Training SessionParents as Sexuality Educators - Training Session
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November 7, 2021Parents are often unprepared for their role as primary sexuality educators, and we've got ways to help! We know not only that children and youth make better decisions when they can communicate with a parent about their sexuality, but also that the sooner the lines of communication about sexuality are open, the easier and smoother they can be when the topics are trickier.
Trained OWL facilitator Sara Brown, along with other trained volunteers from our First UU OWL teams, will be hosting an 8-week 1-hr Sunday afternoon workshop for parents that covers much of the following: hopes and concerns for children & youth's sexual health, communication, gender identity, exploring emotions around gender, supporting discovery of sexual orientation, guiding relationships with wisdom, being a trusted source for sexual health, decision making, consent, building healthy boundaries, social media, and pornography. At least 8 of these topics will be covered, as the choices of how to spend time will be guided by the parents in the group.
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First UU Book Club
First UU Book Club
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November 9, 2021Join us via Zoom for games, a chapter book, and time with your friends! Designed for ages 7-11, all children are welcome to join! Please email carol@firstuu.org for more information.
Onlinecarol@firstuu.org
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November 9, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First FloorSpace for Reflection and SharingSpace for Reflection and Sharing
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November 9, 2021Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.
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Wednesday Discussion Group
Wednesday Discussion Group
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November 10, 2021All are welcome to join us by Zoom for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of cultural, political, and popular topics. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
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Membership 101
Membership 101
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November 11, 2021Membership 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.
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Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu
Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu
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November 12, 2021Congregation Shma Koleinu's Shabbat service, held at First Church and led by Rabbi Scott. Please contact admin@cskhouston.com for more information.
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Active Hope Training Session
Active Hope Training Session
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November 13, 2021A few years ago, the church studied the book Active Hope, which tells us "We have to choose our attitude about the climate crisis, hope our despair. We don't know if humanity will respond wisely, but we don't know that we won't either. So we have to choose our attitude."
The Climate Action Team worked the follow-up program "Active Hope Training" this summer and liked it so much, they are starting a new session on October 30. They will meet every other Saturday, skipping Christmas. The link to register is on the church website under Climate Action Team as well as here.
Traveler In Concert!Traveler In Concert!
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November 13, 2021
Travelers is back at First UU Church!
Join Carol, Andy and Charlie on November 13th at 7:30 pm!This is an in-person concert to benefit First UU Church.
Pay what you wish ($20-$100 recommended)For COVID protection, masks & social distancing are required for all members of the audience.
Make your donation on our website donation page: DONATE
https://www.traveler.band/
Thank you for supporting First UU Church!
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Changing Women
Changing Women
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November 14, 2021Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineEarly Morning Book GroupEarly Morning Book Group
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November 14, 2021A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineMindful Meditation GroupMindful Meditation Group
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November 14, 2021Join the Mindful Meditation Group for music, brief recorded talks, and guided mindfulness meditations from a variety of teachers and leaders. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineReligious Education for ChildrenReligious Education for Children
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November 14, 2021For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information.
Sunday ServiceDiscussion CircleDiscussion Circle
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November 14, 2021Join the Discussion Circle for facilitated, educational discussions on a variety of topics where everyone follows group guidelines to create a safe, friendly environment. This group meets in a hybrid format, online and in-person together. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineRE for Teens - High SchoolRE for Teens - High School
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November 14, 2021Teens in High School meet online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, to talk about exploring different spiritual practices and other topics of interest. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonRE for Teens - Middle SchoolRE for Teens - Middle School
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November 14, 2021The YoUUth Unit meets online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, for games, discussion, exploring values and the sometimes difficult issues of teen life. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonReligious Education for ChildrenReligious Education for Children
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November 14, 2021For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonSunday ServiceSunday Service
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November 14, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonParents as Sexuality Educators - Training SessionParents as Sexuality Educators - Training Session
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November 14, 2021Parents are often unprepared for their role as primary sexuality educators, and we've got ways to help! We know not only that children and youth make better decisions when they can communicate with a parent about their sexuality, but also that the sooner the lines of communication about sexuality are open, the easier and smoother they can be when the topics are trickier.
Trained OWL facilitator Sara Brown, along with other trained volunteers from our First UU OWL teams, will be hosting an 8-week 1-hr Sunday afternoon workshop for parents that covers much of the following: hopes and concerns for children & youth's sexual health, communication, gender identity, exploring emotions around gender, supporting discovery of sexual orientation, guiding relationships with wisdom, being a trusted source for sexual health, decision making, consent, building healthy boundaries, social media, and pornography. At least 8 of these topics will be covered, as the choices of how to spend time will be guided by the parents in the group.
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First UU Book Club
First UU Book Club
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November 16, 2021Join us via Zoom for games, a chapter book, and time with your friends! Designed for ages 7-11, all children are welcome to join! Please email carol@firstuu.org for more information.
Onlinecarol@firstuu.org
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November 16, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First FloorSpace for Reflection and SharingSpace for Reflection and Sharing
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November 16, 2021Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.
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Wednesday Discussion Group
Wednesday Discussion Group
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November 17, 2021All are welcome to join us by Zoom for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of cultural, political, and popular topics. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston - Board MeetingFirst Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston - Board Meeting
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November 17, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonNewcomer Covenant GroupNewcomer Covenant Group
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November 17, 2021The 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 for more information.
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Thanksgiving To-Go Plate Sign-Up Due Date
Thanksgiving To-Go Plate Sign-Up Due Date
All day
November 18, 2021If you wish to pick up a Thanksgiving To-Go Plate, please RSVP by today!
El Grupo de Crecimiento EspiritualEl Grupo de Crecimiento Espiritual
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November 18, 2021Hacemos 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.
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"Feed the Community" Food Drive Ends today!
"Feed the Community" Food Drive Ends today!
All day
November 21, 2021Our Feed the Community food drive ends today! Please visit https://firstuu.org/community-projects-team/ for the complete list of donation suggestions. Donations can be dropped off at the CPT table in Channing hall on Sunday mornings!
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonChanging WomenChanging Women
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November 21, 2021Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineEarly Morning Book GroupEarly Morning Book Group
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November 21, 2021A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineMindful Meditation GroupMindful Meditation Group
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November 21, 2021Join the Mindful Meditation Group for music, brief recorded talks, and guided mindfulness meditations from a variety of teachers and leaders. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineReligious Education for ChildrenReligious Education for Children
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November 21, 2021For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information.
Sunday ServiceDiscussion CircleDiscussion Circle
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November 21, 2021Join the Discussion Circle for facilitated, educational discussions on a variety of topics where everyone follows group guidelines to create a safe, friendly environment. This group meets in a hybrid format, online and in-person together. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineParents' GroupParents' Group
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November 21, 2021Especially for parents with babies, toddlers, and pre-school children to learn ways to have happy, healthy, satisfying family lives through ideas, support, and community, the Parents' Group meets in a hybrid format on first and third Sundays.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonRE for Teens - High SchoolRE for Teens - High School
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November 21, 2021Teens in High School meet online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, to talk about exploring different spiritual practices and other topics of interest. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonRE for Teens - Middle SchoolRE for Teens - Middle School
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November 21, 2021The YoUUth Unit meets online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, for games, discussion, exploring values and the sometimes difficult issues of teen life. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonReligious Education for ChildrenReligious Education for Children
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November 21, 2021For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonSunday ServiceSunday Service
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November 21, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonTransformation Committee MeetingTransformation Committee Meeting
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November 21, 2021A meeting of the Transformation Committee will be held in Room 304. This is a closed meeting.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304Creativity GroupCreativity Group
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November 21, 2021The Creativity Group meets online monthly to nurture creativity in all areas of artistic expression, including but not limited to creative writing, clay art, music, dance, painting, sculpture, and photography. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
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First UU Book Club
First UU Book Club
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November 23, 2021Join us via Zoom for games, a chapter book, and time with your friends! Designed for ages 7-11, all children are welcome to join! Please email carol@firstuu.org for more information.
Onlinecarol@firstuu.org
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November 23, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First FloorSpace for Reflection and SharingSpace for Reflection and Sharing
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November 23, 2021Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.
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Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday (United States)
Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday (United States)
All day
November 24, 2021 – November 26, 2021The office will be closed Wednesday, November 24th thru Friday, November 26th in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonThanksgiving To Go Plate Pick UpThanksgiving To Go Plate Pick Up
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November 24, 2021If you signed up to pick up a Thanksgiving To Go Plate, please stop by the church between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm today!
Wednesday Discussion GroupWednesday Discussion Group
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November 24, 2021All are welcome to join us by Zoom for facilitated, fun, educational discussions on a variety of cultural, political, and popular topics. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
Newcomer Covenant GroupNewcomer Covenant Group
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November 24, 2021The 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.
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Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday (United States)
Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday (United States)
All day
November 24, 2021 – November 26, 2021The office will be closed Wednesday, November 24th thru Friday, November 26th in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
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Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday (United States)
Office Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday (United States)
All day
November 24, 2021 – November 26, 2021The office will be closed Wednesday, November 24th thru Friday, November 26th in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonShabbat - Congregation Shma KoleinuShabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu
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November 26, 2021Congregation Shma Koleinu's Shabbat service, held at First Church and led by Rabbi Scott. Please contact admin@cskhouston.com for more information.
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Active Hope Training Session
Active Hope Training Session
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November 27, 2021A few years ago, the church studied the book Active Hope, which tells us "We have to choose our attitude about the climate crisis, hope our despair. We don't know if humanity will respond wisely, but we don't know that we won't either. So we have to choose our attitude."
The Climate Action Team worked the follow-up program "Active Hope Training" this summer and liked it so much, they are starting a new session on October 30. They will meet every other Saturday, skipping Christmas. The link to register is on the church website under Climate Action Team as well as here.
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Changing Women
Changing Women
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November 28, 2021Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineEarly Morning Book GroupEarly Morning Book Group
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November 28, 2021A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineMindful Meditation GroupMindful Meditation Group
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November 28, 2021Join the Mindful Meditation Group for music, brief recorded talks, and guided mindfulness meditations from a variety of teachers and leaders. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineReligious Education for ChildrenReligious Education for Children
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November 28, 2021For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information.
Sunday ServiceDiscussion CircleDiscussion Circle
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November 28, 2021Join the Discussion Circle for facilitated, educational discussions on a variety of topics where everyone follows group guidelines to create a safe, friendly environment. This group meets in a hybrid format, online and in-person together. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.
OnlineRE for Teens - High SchoolRE for Teens - High School
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November 28, 2021Teens in High School meet online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, to talk about exploring different spiritual practices and other topics of interest. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonRE for Teens - Middle SchoolRE for Teens - Middle School
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November 28, 2021The YoUUth Unit meets online on 1st and 3rd Sundays, and outdoors in-person at the church on 2nd and 4th Sundays, for games, discussion, exploring values and the sometimes difficult issues of teen life. Contact carol@firstuu.org for more information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonReligious Education for ChildrenReligious Education for Children
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November 28, 2021For ages 4-11 years, with storytelling, games, songs, art, and more as we explore our UU values and how we express them in the world. Please contact carol@firstuu.org for advanced registration information.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonSunday ServiceSunday Service
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November 28, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonBIPOC GroupBIPOC Group
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November 28, 2021Our BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color, Asians, Hispanic-Latinx, Multi-racial, and Pacific Islanders) members and friends of First UU join together in the light of truth and warmth of love to sustain one another and share our experiences. Currently meeting online via Zoom. Contact info@firstuu.org for more information.
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First UU Book Club
First UU Book Club
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November 30, 2021Join us via Zoom for games, a chapter book, and time with your friends! Designed for ages 7-11, all children are welcome to join! Please email carol@firstuu.org for more information.
Onlinecarol@firstuu.org
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November 30, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First FloorSpace for Reflection and SharingSpace for Reflection and Sharing
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November 30, 2021Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.
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