FUUSB eNews 11/12/25

eNews

November 12, 2025

Join Us for Worship This Sunday!

November 16th at 10 a.m.

Matt Meyer, Worship Leader

Mary Beth McNulty, Worship Associate

"Holy Doubt"

Join us for a multi-generational celebration of faith and doubt through story and song. Matt will reflect on a high stakes wager, a secret doubt, and what it takes to stand up to bullies in heaven and earth.

Matt Meyer is an itinerant troubadour and worship leader who has led hundreds of services for UU congregations across the country. He has a degree in hand drumming and serves as Director of Community Life for Sanctuary Boston.

Join us for worship in person in the Sanctuary, or online. The livestream link and order of service will be shared at bit.ly/FUUSBWorship, or visit our YouTube channel.

Following the service, all are welcome to Coffee Hour in the Community Room.

While at the Meeting House, anyone is welcome to wear a mask. In the spirit of caring for each other, please stay home if you have any cold or flu symptoms. Thank you.

Children & Youth This Sunday

Erika Reif, Director of Lifespan Faith Development

While we hope that most children will stay in the Sanctuary with their families for this multigenerational service, the Nursery will be open on the lower level for infants and toddlers.

Looking Back to Sunday

Rev. Karen G. Johnston, Senior Minister

We showed two videos as part of Sunday's silly service. Here is Be More Dog. And here is a link to Cracks in the Kingdom, the pink-suited roller skater with a disco helmet who led us in ecstatic dancing for our Time for All Ages. We've also included a picture of Sunday's Call to Worship by John Roedel.

Here is a link to the video recording of last week's service.

The Arc Gallery

Christina Fulton, Director of Operations & Finance

Do you like art? Are you an artist? Are you ready for a volunteer opportunity that takes just a small amount of time and has no monthly meetings? Then we're looking for you!! We are seeking someone to take over the running of The Arc Gallery. This volunteer position involves finding and scheduling artists to hang their art in The Arc Gallery on the 2nd floor of the Meeting House. Shows in this gallery usually stay up for 2 -3 months. Artists generally install and take down their own art. We are also looking for artists who would like to show their art in The Arc Gallery. If you are interested or would like to learn more about these opportunities, contact Christina at xina@uusociety.org.

Fall CASAN Benefit Concert- Saturday

Submitted by Kim Watkin

FUUSB's Immigration Justice Team is co-sponsoring....

MUSIC TO CELEBRATE IMMIGRATION -

CASAN FALL BENEFIT CONCERT

November 15th, 7:00pm, First UU Society of Burlington

152 Pearl Street, Burlington

Music and Raffle - doors open 6:30

$20 suggested donation (Adult), children under 12 free

Purchase tickets or pay at the door

Check out the terrific line of up of musicians with this link

2025 Fall Concert Fundraiser featuring talented musicians William Lee Ellis, Rik Palieri, Sara Grey with Mark Greenberg, Hilari Farrington, Benedict Koehler, Sara Blair, and a Special Musical Guest.

Benefits local CASAN families, all of whom are eligible for and in the legal process seeking asylum. For more information, contact: info@casanvermont.org

UUA's Transgender Day of Remembrance service

Rev. Karen G. Johnston, Senior Minister

All trans and nonbinary beloveds are welcome to join the UUA's Transgender Day of Remembrance service on Thursday, November 20th.

This year has been especially difficult for our trans and nonbinary communities. We’re holding this observance for trans people, by trans people—a sacred space for remembrance, grief, and connection within our own community.

In recognition of the deep need for care and sanctuary this year, the service will remain open for trans and non-binary kin.

Two service times are available: 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM EST. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link for your chosen time.

Join at 1:00 PM EST: https://bit.ly/3LKHwnz

Join at 7:00 PM EST: https://bit.ly/4nyQtxz

Join the Celebration: Help Make Our 90th Annual Holiday Bazaar a Success!

Our annual Holiday Bazaar is back for its incredible 90th year! This cherished tradition relies on the kindness and effort of people like you. We need your help to make this year the best one yet!

Bazaar Day Details

Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Finds: Everything from household goods and Christmas décor to homemade jams and wreaths!

Volunteer Power: We Need YOU!

Lend a hand and be part of the magic! We have shifts available to fit any schedule:

Please Contact Kim Watkin to Volunteer or ask questions. watkinfam@aol.com

Respectful Dialogues on UU Positions meets this Sunday at 11:10am

Submitted by Gail Beck, Member

Dear RD Group Members and FUUSB Congregation,

We’ve scheduled the next meeting of the Respectful Dialogue on UU Positions group for Sunday, November 16th at 11:30. Hope to see you then. And, feel free to tell and invite other UUs to join us in sharing our personal views and opinions of UU positions.

Also, please send me any topics you’d like to have discussed. I will keep the sender of the topics confidential unless the sender explicitly wants their identity disclosed to group members.

Contact Rosanne at rosanne05403@aol.com

LGBTQIA+ Planning for Luncheon

Gail Beck, Member

Hey, amazing LGBTQIA+ community members!

The FUU is a sanctuary of radical welcome and we want to deepen that connection by forming a new LGBTQIA+ Circle Group.

Think of it as a chance to relax, share, and build genuine community.

Your input is key! Join us for a lively, one-hour organizational meeting where we'll discuss:

Planning a fabulous organizational luncheon!
Finding hosts/facilitators to guide our gatherings.
What you want this group to do (socials, discussions, service, etc.!).

Details:

Date: Sunday, November 16th
Whitney Young Jr. Room

Interested? Please email your contact information and questions to: ChaliceCircles@uusociety.org.

Come help us shape this exciting new chapter!

2025 FUUSB Fundraiser-

Holiday & Memorial Wreath Sale!

Sarah Forbes, Member

Support the FUUSB and order a gorgeous, premium quality wreath with a beautiful bow of your choice for your home or for a gift. Or you can remember a loved one this year by sponsoring a Memorial Wreath or Greens that will decorate our Meeting House sanctuary and outer doors during December.

All wreaths are hand-made in the Northeast Kingdom at the Michaud family farm and measure about 24” across.

Order now online through our Fundraiser link: Auctria.events/FUUSBWreaths

Preferred pickup is Wednesday 12/3, Thursday 12/4 or Friday 12/5 in the Community room, 11am-1pm.

Wreaths will also be available Saturday during the Bazaar or Sunday after service in the Community room.

Questions? Contact:

Sarah Forbes 578-6119 sarahforbesdesign@comcast.net or ninaruth@me.com with fundraiser or web questions

3rd Tuesday Theme Circle

Gail Beck, Member

Nurture Your Spirit: Join the Theme of the Month Circle!

There is still space in our 3rd Tuesday Daytime Theme of the Month Circle!

We meet on Tuesday, November 18, from 2:00–3:30 p.m. at FUU.

This month, our theme is Nurturing Gratitude. Using the "Path" resource, we will engage in spiritual exercises, explore the question that "shimmers" for each of us, and share our personal experiences.

Come connect in a safe, welcoming environment that promotes deep listening and space for you to express yourself uninterrupted.

Try a Theme of the Month Circle—it's a beautiful way to deepen your spiritual practice and connect with others.

Email themecircles@uusociety.org with any questions.

Date with Death Club's November session

Rev. Karen G. Johnston, Senior Minister

Our next Date with Death Club is scheduled for Saturday, November 22, 10 -12:45. DwDC is set up so that you can attend one, some or all the sessions - if you haven't been to one yet, and this session topic interests you, please register to attend - you can register by clicking on this link.