“Why You Should Care: Mental Health and Coping During the Pandemic,” with Dr. Michelle Pride Sunday Service, June 13, 2021, 11am EST (By Zoom and perhaps also IN-PERSON! Stay tuned….we’ll send out a special edition of the Greensheet if the UUFA Board votes on Saturday morning to open the Fellowship building to in-person services that will … [Read more…]
UUFA HIKING SUNDAY at Richard Thieret’s Tree Farm Sunday June 6, 2021, 11am We’re always happy to change plans when it’s best for the folks involved. This Sunday is no exception. We’ll have delfin bautista join us later this month, and this Sunday will take a break from our regular services and instead have a … [Read more…]
“COME, COME, WHOEVER YOU ARE” Sunday Service in the UU Fellowship Parking Lot May 30, 2021, 11am Gather in the Fellowship parking lot at 184 Longview Heights Road, Athens, Ohio to see and hear each other in person once again! Service will be led by Katie Evans and Susan Westenbarger. We’ll light our chalice and … [Read more…]
“LET’S TALK ABOUT CARE” with Brian Richards Sunday Service 11am EST by Zoom May 23, 2021 A discussion led by Brian Richards on our experiences (good and bad) with self and other care (pets, friends, etc.). Let’s share what we know and what we don’t know yet. SUNDAY SERVICE Join via Zoom: If you’ve already … [Read more…]
“A CONVERSATION ABOUT POVERTY” with Jack Frech Sunday Service 11am EST by Zoom May 16, 2021 Jack has worked for more than 45 years in the poverty field. He retired after 33 years as Director of the Athens County Department of Job and Family Services. He has since served three years as a VISTA volunteer … [Read more…]
“Moms are People Too” by Rev. Don Rollins Sunday Service 11am EST by Zoom May 9, 2021 Let’s revisit Mother’s Day as an opportunity for reflection. Don and Mary will lead the service. SUNDAY SERVICE Join via Zoom: If you’ve already download the Zoom app, then simply click on this link to join us: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82365397153 SUNDAY … [Read more…]
“TRAUMA STEWARDSHIP” by Katie Evans Sunday Service 11am EST by Zoom May 2, 2021 First responders, teachers, social workers, nurses, aides, activists, counselors and many others require empathy on the job. But being empathetic as part of a daily routine has a dark side: physical and psychological damage from exposure to another human being’s trauma. … [Read more…]
ANNUAL MEETING REMINDER: SATURDAY, APRIL 24th 2021 at 2:30pm via Zoom. Please attend our annual meeting. Only members can vote, but anyone can attend the meeting. All current members received a packet of information for their review prior to the meeting. If you have questions about the packet, please contact Katie at kaevans1979@gmail.com. Unitarian Universalist is inviting … [Read more…]
“Climate Change: Structural Racism and Environmental Justice” by Energy Economist, Policy Advocate, and Regulatory Affairs Expert Stacia Harper Sunday Service 11am EST by Zoom April 18, 2021 About our Speaker: Stacia Harper has spent more than two decades working in the energy sector, representing consumer interests, advocating for low income populations, and creating new market … [Read more…]
“Body Shaming, Lookism and Liberal Religion” by Rev. Don Rollins Sunday Service 11am EST by Zoom April 11, 2021 When it comes to appearance, most of us were taught what is and isn’t beautiful, even acceptable. Our minister, Rev. Don Rollins, will offer some thoughts on how our religious tradition can be a counter to body … [Read more…]