Calendar of Events & Holidays
Events in November 2021
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Space for Reflection and Sharing Space 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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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.
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Changing Women Changing 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.
Early Morning Book Group Early 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.
Mindful Meditation Group Mindful 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.
Discussion Circle Discussion 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.
Parents' Group Parents' 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.
Transformation Committee Meeting Transformation 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.
Parents as Sexuality Educators - Training Session Parents 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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Space for Reflection and Sharing Space 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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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.
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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.
Early Morning Book Group Early 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.
Mindful Meditation Group Mindful 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.
Discussion Circle Discussion 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.
Parents as Sexuality Educators - Training Session Parents 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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Space for Reflection and Sharing Space 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.
Newcomer Covenant Group Newcomer 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
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November 18, 2021If you wish to pick up a Thanksgiving To-Go Plate, please RSVP by today!
El Grupo de Crecimiento Espiritual El 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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Changing Women Changing 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.
Early Morning Book Group Early 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.
Mindful Meditation Group Mindful 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.
Discussion Circle Discussion 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.
Parents' Group Parents' 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.
Transformation Committee Meeting Transformation 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.
Creativity Group Creativity 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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Space for Reflection and Sharing Space 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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Wednesday Discussion Group Wednesday 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 Group Newcomer 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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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.
Early Morning Book Group Early 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.
Mindful Meditation Group Mindful 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.
Discussion Circle Discussion 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.
BIPOC Group BIPOC 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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Space for Reflection and Sharing Space 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.