Sunday and Wednesday Discussions

Discussion group
SUNDAY DISCUSSIONS SCHEDULE- 10:15 - 11:15 am 

By Zoom or In Person at Church on 3rd Sundays.

and

WEDNESDAY DISCUSSIONS SCHEDULE - 5:00 - 6:00 pm - 


By Zoom on 1st & 3rd Wednesdays.


Join us for engaging and facilitated discussions on a wide range of topics, including political and personal issues, spirituality, racism, climate change, current events, health care, UU values, aging, and more.

We uphold a group covenant and discussion guidelines (see below) to ensure a safe space for sharing diverse perspectives, learning from each other, and practicing UU values. Pam P. coordinates a number of different facilitators.

To get the The Zoom link for Wednesdays and Sunday Discussions, email programs@firstuu.org.

The Zoom Room opens 15 minutes early for casual conversations.

If you would like to receive weekly reminder emails with the topics for both groups, please email programs@firstuu.org.

DISCUSSION TOPIC SCHEDULE
FOR SUNDAYS & WEDNESDAYS:

SUNDAY DISCUSSION SCHEDULE: 10:15 - 11:15 am

By Zoom or In Person at Church on 3rd Sundays


Sunday Discussion, December 14:* (By Zoom) [Topic Change]

What led you to your current spiritual or philosophical beliefs, and how have they evolved over time?  Facilitator: Michelle (Zoom Host: Pam)

*Meeting at 11:00 to choose topics for January.


Sunday Discussion, December 21 (IN PERSON AT CHURCH in Rm 304)

How can we make the world a better place? Facilitator: Pam (Hosts: Michelle & John)


Sunday Discussion, December 28: (By Zoom) [Topic Change]

How can we deal with the meritocracy in our lives? Facilitator: Dean (Zoom Host: John H.)


Sunday Discussion, January 4: (By Zoom)

How do you deal with your mistakes? Facilitator: Stan (Zoom Host: Pam)


To get the Zoom link for Sunday and Wednesday Discussions, email programs@firstuu.org.


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WEDNESDAY DISCUSSIONS - 5:00 - 6:00 pm - By Zoom - 1st & 3rd Wednesdays


Wednesday Discussion, December 17:*  Looking back, what was a memorable holiday for you and why? Facilitator: Ron H. 

*Meeting at 5:45 to choose topics for January 21 and February 4 & 18.


Wednesday Discussion, December 24 No meeting. Happy Holidays!

Wednesday Discussion, December 31 No meeting. Happy New Year!


Wednesday Discussion, January 7:  What are your concerns and hopes for 2026? Facilitator: Pam


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SUNDAY: GUIDED MINDFUL MEDITATION: 9:00 to 9:45 am: (By Zoom)


Sunday, December 14:  Breathing Meditation w/Michelle DuVal. Resource: Spotify. Facilitator: Pam


Sunday, December 21:  Winter Solstice Yoga Nidra by Sound Yoga. Resource: Insight Timer: Facilitator: Megan


Sunday, December 28:  Spotlight Meditation on the Body w/Michelle DuVal. Resource: Spotify. Facilitator: Pam


Sunday January 4:  Reflection On A New Year with Marc Balcer. Resource: Insight Timer: Facilitator: Megan


Sunday January 11:  Meditation on the Heartspace of Gratitude by Tara Brach. Resource: Spotify. Facilitator: Pam


To get the Zoom link for Sunday Meditation, email programs@firstuu.org.




DISCUSSION COVENANT & GUIDELINES - Rev. 11/28/25

COVENANT:  
As participants, facilitators, presenters, and Zoom hosts, we commit to creating a safe, supportive, and compassionate community that upholds Unitarian Universalist values by following these guidelines:

DISCUSSION GUIDELINES:
We agree to participate fully and respectfully by:
1.  Listening attentively and waiting to speak until called on.
2.  Sharing comments and questions with the whole group, avoiding interruptions and side conversations.
3.  Keeping comments brief (2-3 minutes) unless you are the facilitator/presenter (5-15 minutes).
4.  Understanding this is a public and open discussion group, so confidentiality is not assured.
5.  Addressing differing perspectives with kindness and compassion.
6.  Accepting that some topics may feel uncomfortable.
7.  Speaking from personal experience avoiding stereotyping.
8.  On Zoom:  We agree to minimize distractions by:
     a. Muting mics before and after speaking.
     b. Turning off video when eating, moving, or not giving our full attention.
     c. Avoiding Chat during discussions and explaining any Chat posts.