Calendar of Events & Holidays
Events in December 2021
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Wednesday Discussion Group
Wednesday Discussion Group
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December 1, 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.
JCC MeetingJCC Meeting
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December 1, 2021Multi-Site Wrap-Up Conversation (In-Person)Multi-Site Wrap-Up Conversation (In-Person)
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December 1, 2021You 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.
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Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu
Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu
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December 3, 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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"Christmas for Child Advocates Gift Drive" Ends Today!
"Christmas for Child Advocates Gift Drive" Ends Today!
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December 5, 2021The 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 HoustonChanging WomenChanging Women
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December 5, 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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December 5, 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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December 5, 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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December 5, 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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December 5, 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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December 5, 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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December 5, 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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December 5, 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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December 5, 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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December 5, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonTransformation Committee MeetingTransformation Committee Meeting
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December 5, 2021A meeting of the Transformation Committee will be held in Room 304. This is a closed meeting.
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First UU Book Club
First UU Book Club
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December 7, 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
"What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group"What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group
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December 7, 2021This 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.
OnlineAVDAAVDA
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December 7, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First FloorSpace for Reflection and SharingSpace for Reflection and Sharing
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December 7, 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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December 8, 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.
Multi-Site Wrap-Up Conversation (Online)Multi-Site Wrap-Up Conversation (Online)
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December 8, 2021You 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.
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Membership 101
Membership 101
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December 9, 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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December 10, 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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December 11, 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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December 12, 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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December 12, 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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December 12, 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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December 12, 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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December 12, 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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December 12, 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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December 12, 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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December 12, 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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December 12, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
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First UU Book Club
First UU Book Club
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December 14, 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
AVDAAVDA
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December 14, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First FloorSpace for Reflection and SharingSpace for Reflection and Sharing
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December 14, 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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December 15, 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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December 15, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonString BandString Band
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El Grupo de Crecimiento Espiritual
El Grupo de Crecimiento Espiritual
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December 16, 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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Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu
Shabbat - Congregation Shma Koleinu
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December 17, 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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December 18, 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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December 19, 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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December 19, 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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December 19, 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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December 19, 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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December 19, 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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December 19, 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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December 19, 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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December 19, 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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December 19, 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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December 19, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonTransformation Committee MeetingTransformation Committee Meeting
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December 19, 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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December 19, 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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December 21, 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
"What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group"What is Unitarian Universalism?" Book Group
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December 21, 2021This 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.
OnlineAVDAAVDA
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December 21, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First FloorSolstice Vespers ServiceSolstice Vespers Service
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December 21, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonSpace for Reflection and SharingSpace for Reflection and Sharing
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December 21, 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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December 22, 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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December 22, 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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Servicio Nochebuena
Servicio Nochebuena
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December 24, 2021La nochebuena es un momento para compartir y reflexionar en familia y en comunidad. Esperamos nos puedan acompañar en esta ocasión muy especial del unitarismo universalista, este viernes, 24 de diciembre a las 5:00 pm.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonChristmas Eve ServiceChristmas Eve Service
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December 24, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
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Changing Women
Changing Women
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December 26, 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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December 26, 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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December 26, 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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December 26, 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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December 26, 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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December 26, 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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December 26, 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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December 26, 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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December 26, 2021In-Person & Livestreaming
First Unitarian Universalist Church of HoustonBIPOC GroupBIPOC Group
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December 26, 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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Office Closed for Winter Holidays
Office Closed for Winter Holidays
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December 27, 2021 – January 1, 2022The church office will be closed Monday, December 27th, 2021 thru Saturday, January 1st, 2022 in observance of the winter holidays.
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Office Closed for Winter Holidays
Office Closed for Winter Holidays
All day
December 27, 2021 – January 1, 2022The 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 HoustonFirst UU Book ClubFirst UU Book Club
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December 28, 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
AVDAAVDA
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December 28, 2021First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, First FloorSpace for Reflection and SharingSpace for Reflection and Sharing
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December 28, 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 Winter Holidays
Office Closed for Winter Holidays
All day
December 27, 2021 – January 1, 2022The 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 HoustonWednesday Discussion GroupWednesday Discussion Group
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December 29, 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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Office Closed for Winter Holidays
Office Closed for Winter Holidays
All day
December 27, 2021 – January 1, 2022The church office will be closed Monday, December 27th, 2021 thru Saturday, January 1st, 2022 in observance of the winter holidays.
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Office Closed for Winter Holidays
Office Closed for Winter Holidays
All day
December 27, 2021 – January 1, 2022The church office will be closed Monday, December 27th, 2021 thru Saturday, January 1st, 2022 in observance of the winter holidays.
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