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Events in December 2021

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November 28, 2021(11 events)

9:00 am: Changing Women


November 28, 2021

Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group


November 28, 2021

A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group


November 28, 2021

Join 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.

Online

9:30 am: Religious Education for Children


November 28, 2021

For 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.

9:30 am: Sunday Service


November 28, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

10:15 am: Discussion Circle


November 28, 2021

Join 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.

Online

11:30 am: RE for Teens - High School


November 28, 2021

Teens 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 Houston

11:30 am: RE for Teens - Middle School


November 28, 2021

The 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 Houston

11:30 am: Religious Education for Children


November 28, 2021

For 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 Houston

11:30 am: Sunday Service


November 28, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

4:00 pm: BIPOC Group


November 28, 2021

OurĀ BIPOCĀ (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.

Online
November 29, 2021
November 30, 2021(3 events)

4:00 pm: First UU Book Club


November 30, 2021

Join 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.

Online

carol@firstuu.org

7:00 pm: AVDA


November 30, 2021

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First Floor

7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing


November 30, 2021

Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 1, 2021(3 events)

5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group


December 1, 2021

All 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.

7:00 pm: JCC Meeting


December 1, 2021

7:00 pm: Multi-Site Wrap-Up Conversation (In-Person)


December 1, 2021

You are invited to listen and ask questions with us at this in-person conversation at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, December 1st, as we wrap up our experience with multi-site ministry.

December 2, 2021
December 3, 2021(1 event)

6:30 pm: Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu


December 3, 2021

Congregation Shma Koleinu's Shabbat service, held at First Church and led by Rabbi Scott. Please contact admin@cskhouston.com for more information.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 4, 2021
December 5, 2021(13 events)

All day: "Christmas for Child Advocates Gift Drive" Ends Today!

All day
December 5, 2021

The Christmas for Child Advocates Gift Drive collects gift items for infants, children, and youth who are entangled in the cycle of child abuse and neglect, and find themselves wards of a court appointed advocate system through no fault of their own. A gift list has been made available at the Community Projects Team table on each Sunday beginning November 12 and ending December 12 for guidance in the selection of toys, clothing, gift cards, headphones, skateboards, helmets, colognes, and perfumes for various ages of children and youth, from babies to teenagers.

A box will be prominently displayed on a table where the gifts can be deposited for delivery to Santa's workshop by Sunday, December 5th. No group gift wrapping will take place this year. If you are unable to shop for specific items, the drive is also more than pleased to accept gift cards from any brick-and-mortar retailers in place of physical goods.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

9:00 am: Changing Women


December 5, 2021

Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group


December 5, 2021

A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group


December 5, 2021

Join 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.

Online

9:30 am: Religious Education for Children


December 5, 2021

For 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.

9:30 am: Sunday Service


December 5, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

10:15 am: Discussion Circle


December 5, 2021

Join 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.

Online

10:30 am: Parents' Group


December 5, 2021

Especially 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 Houston

11:30 am: RE for Teens - High School


December 5, 2021

Teens 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 Houston

11:30 am: RE for Teens - Middle School


December 5, 2021

The 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 Houston

11:30 am: Religious Education for Children


December 5, 2021

For 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 Houston

11:30 am: Sunday Service


December 5, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

12:45 pm: Transformation Committee Meeting


December 5, 2021

A meeting of the Transformation Committee will be held in Room 304. This is a closed meeting.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304
December 6, 2021
December 7, 2021(4 events)

4:00 pm: First UU Book Club


December 7, 2021

Join 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.

Online

carol@firstuu.org

5:00 pm: "What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group


December 7, 2021

This year, Dr. Bossen's book group will read texts connected to the research for his forthcoming book Unitarian Universalist Theologies. Contact info@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

7:00 pm: AVDA


December 7, 2021

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First Floor

7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing


December 7, 2021

Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 8, 2021(2 events)

5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group


December 8, 2021

All 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.

7:00 pm: Multi-Site Wrap-Up Conversation (Online)


December 8, 2021

You are invited to listen and ask questions with us at this online conversation via Zoom at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, December 8th, as we wrap up our experience with multi-site ministry.

December 9, 2021(1 event)

7:00 pm: Membership 101


December 9, 2021

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.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 10, 2021(1 event)

6:30 pm: Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu


December 10, 2021

Congregation Shma Koleinu's Shabbat service, held at First Church and led by Rabbi Scott. Please contact admin@cskhouston.com for more information.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 11, 2021(1 event)

2:00 pm: Active Hope Training Session


December 11, 2021

A few years ago, the church studied the bookĀ Active Hope,Ā 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 asĀ here.

December 12, 2021(10 events)

9:00 am: Changing Women


December 12, 2021

Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group


December 12, 2021

A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group


December 12, 2021

Join 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.

Online

9:30 am: Religious Education for Children


December 12, 2021

For 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.

9:30 am: Sunday Service


December 12, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

10:15 am: Discussion Circle


December 12, 2021

Join 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.

Online

11:30 am: RE for Teens - High School


December 12, 2021

Teens 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 Houston

11:30 am: RE for Teens - Middle School


December 12, 2021

The 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 Houston

11:30 am: Religious Education for Children


December 12, 2021

For 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 Houston

11:30 am: Sunday Service


December 12, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 13, 2021
December 14, 2021(3 events)

4:00 pm: First UU Book Club


December 14, 2021

Join 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.

Online

carol@firstuu.org

7:00 pm: AVDA


December 14, 2021

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First Floor

7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing


December 14, 2021

Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 15, 2021(3 events)

5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group


December 15, 2021

All 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.

6:30 pm: First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston - Board Meeting


December 15, 2021

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

6:45 pm: String Band


December 15, 2021

December 16, 2021(1 event)

6:30 pm: El Grupo de Crecimiento Espiritual


December 16, 2021

Hacemos una cordial invitaciĆ³n a todas las personas que deseen participar para que nos acompaƱen a las 7:00 p.m. Por favor tomar nota que estaremos conversando y participando en espaƱol. Mantendremos el distanciamiento social recomendado y se requerirĆ” el uso de cubrebocas.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 17, 2021(1 event)

6:30 pm: Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu


December 17, 2021

Congregation Shma Koleinu's Shabbat service, held at First Church and led by Rabbi Scott. Please contact admin@cskhouston.com for more information.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 18, 2021(1 event)

9:00 am: Local: Plant Trees for the Climate


December 18, 2021

First Churchā€™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.

December 19, 2021(13 events)

9:00 am: Changing Women


December 19, 2021

Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group


December 19, 2021

A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group


December 19, 2021

Join 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.

Online

9:30 am: Religious Education for Children


December 19, 2021

For 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.

9:30 am: Sunday Service


December 19, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

10:15 am: Discussion Circle


December 19, 2021

Join 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.

Online

10:30 am: Parents' Group


December 19, 2021

Especially 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 Houston

11:30 am: RE for Teens - High School


December 19, 2021

Teens 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 Houston

11:30 am: RE for Teens - Middle School


December 19, 2021

The 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 Houston

11:30 am: Religious Education for Children


December 19, 2021

For 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 Houston

11:30 am: Sunday Service


December 19, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

12:45 pm: Transformation Committee Meeting


December 19, 2021

A meeting of the Transformation Committee will be held in Room 304. This is a closed meeting.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, Room 304

2:00 pm: Creativity Group


December 19, 2021

The Creativity Group meets online monthly to nurture creativity in all areas of artistic expression,Ā including but not limited toĀ creative writing, clay art, music, dance, painting, sculpture, and photography. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online
December 20, 2021
December 21, 2021(5 events)

4:00 pm: First UU Book Club


December 21, 2021

Join 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.

Online

carol@firstuu.org

5:00 pm: "What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group


December 21, 2021

This year, Dr. Bossen's book group will read texts connected to the research for his forthcoming book Unitarian Universalist Theologies. Contact info@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

7:00 pm: AVDA


December 21, 2021

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First Floor

7:00 pm: Solstice Vespers Service


December 21, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing


December 21, 2021

Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 22, 2021(2 events)

5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group


December 22, 2021

All 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.

7:00 pm: Newcomer Covenant Group


December 22, 2021

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.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 23, 2021
December 24, 2021(2 events)

5:00 pm: Servicio Nochebuena


December 24, 2021

La nochebuena es un momento para compartir y reflexionar en familia y en comunidad. Esperamos nos puedan acompaƱar en esta ocasiĆ³n muy especial del unitarismo universalista, este viernes, 24 de diciembre a las 5:00 pm.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

7:00 pm: Christmas Eve Service


December 24, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 25, 2021
December 26, 2021(11 events)

9:00 am: Changing Women


December 26, 2021

Changing Women is a women's wisdom circle and Earth-based spirituality discussion group currently meeting online. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Early Morning Book Group


December 26, 2021

A weekly sharing of perspectives gained from reading 60 pages of a non-fiction book. Contact programs@firstuu.org for more information.

Online

9:00 am: Mindful Meditation Group


December 26, 2021

Join 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.

Online

9:30 am: Religious Education for Children


December 26, 2021

For 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.

9:30 am: Sunday Service


December 26, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

10:15 am: Discussion Circle


December 26, 2021

Join 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.

Online

11:30 am: RE for Teens - High School


December 26, 2021

Teens 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 Houston

11:30 am: RE for Teens - Middle School


December 26, 2021

The 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 Houston

11:30 am: Religious Education for Children


December 26, 2021

For 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 Houston

11:30 am: Sunday Service


December 26, 2021

In-Person & Livestreaming

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

4:00 pm: BIPOC Group


December 26, 2021

OurĀ BIPOCĀ (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.

Online
December 27, 2021(1 event)

All day: Office Closed for Winter Holidays

All day
December 27, 2021 January 1, 2022

The church office will be closed Monday, December 27th, 2021 thru Saturday, January 1st, 2022 in observance of the winter holidays.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 28, 2021(4 events)

All day: Office Closed for Winter Holidays

All day
December 27, 2021 January 1, 2022

The church office will be closed Monday, December 27th, 2021 thru Saturday, January 1st, 2022 in observance of the winter holidays.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

4:00 pm: First UU Book Club


December 28, 2021

Join 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.

Online

carol@firstuu.org

7:00 pm: AVDA


December 28, 2021

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First Floor

7:00 pm: Space for Reflection and Sharing


December 28, 2021

Open to members and friends of First Church. Please contact Rev. D. Scott Cooper at scott@firstuu.org for more information.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 29, 2021(2 events)

All day: Office Closed for Winter Holidays

All day
December 27, 2021 January 1, 2022

The church office will be closed Monday, December 27th, 2021 thru Saturday, January 1st, 2022 in observance of the winter holidays.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston

5:00 pm: Wednesday Discussion Group


December 29, 2021

All 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.

December 30, 2021(1 event)

All day: Office Closed for Winter Holidays

All day
December 27, 2021 January 1, 2022

The church office will be closed Monday, December 27th, 2021 thru Saturday, January 1st, 2022 in observance of the winter holidays.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
December 31, 2021(1 event)

All day: Office Closed for Winter Holidays

All day
December 27, 2021 January 1, 2022

The church office will be closed Monday, December 27th, 2021 thru Saturday, January 1st, 2022 in observance of the winter holidays.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
January 1, 2022(1 event)

All day: Office Closed for Winter Holidays

All day
December 27, 2021 January 1, 2022

The church office will be closed Monday, December 27th, 2021 thru Saturday, January 1st, 2022 in observance of the winter holidays.

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston