Join Us for Worship This Sunday!

November 9th at 10 a.m.

Rev. Karen G. Johnston, Senior Minister

Warren Baker, Worship Associate

"Humor, Play, & Silliness: Joy to Get Us Through"

Boy, is it heavy out in the world! And it may well be heavy in your heart. Let’s explore and embody humor, play, & silliness and how they can serve, not as an escape, but as chances for respite and to feed our resilience. Dress funny or silly or in a way that brings joy - consider stretching your Halloween costume wearing season. The choir is scheduled and Rev. Karen is in the pulpit.

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

Families will begin the morning together in the Sanctuary. After the Time For All Ages, children and youth will be escorted to their Faith Development exploration groups on the upper and lower levels. Childcare for infants and toddlers is available throughout the service in the Nursery on the lower level.

Looking Back to Sunday

Rev. Karen G. Johnston, Senior Minister



Here is the quote that Rev. Karen used in her extemporaneous sermon (so there is no text): 

Life will break you. Nobody can protect you from that, and living alone won't either, for solitude will also break you with its yearning. You have to love. You have to feel. It is the reason you are here on earth. You are here to risk your heart. You are here to be swallowed up. And when it happens that you are broken, or betrayed, or left, or hurt, or death brushes near, let yourself sit by an apple tree and listen to the apples falling all around you in heaps, wasting their sweetness. Tell yourself you tasted as many as you could. ~ Louise Erdrich, The Painted Drum

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

Minister's Message- Nov. 4

Rev. Karen G. Johnston, Senior Minister

This Minister's Message is a short one (less than 3 minutes) and is an invitation to attend our levity-based Sunday service on November 9th.

Click here or the image below to watch!

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

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.

First Friday Coffeehouse- Nov. 7

Coffeehouse Team

Come to the First Friday Open-Mic Coffeehouse Dessert Potluck!

Friday, November 7

Potluck dessert and open-mic sign-up starts at 6:30 p.m.

Open mic 7-9 p.m.

Join us in The Parlors, for another intimate listening-room experience. Share your songs or spoken word pieces. Original works and creative covers always welcome. Or, just come to enjoy

the music, poetry, and fellowship. Amplification and mics provided.

If you’re able, bring a dessert dish to share. Coffee, tea, and refreshments will be provided. All ages and talents are welcome, especially newcomers!

Young Adult Group Meeting - Nov. 9th

Avery Hamill, Member



Join the Young Adults Group for our upcoming meeting on Nov. 9th at 11:30 (right after the service) in the Susan B. Anthory room for mocktails and painting (all things will be provided). We hope to see you there!!

Democracy Project- Training Post

Kim Watkin, Board Member

Within the Democracy Project, a small group from the Growing Our Bravery series is in the planning stage to offer de-escalation and civil disobedience training to be hosted at the FUUSB.  Our first meeting is Sunday, Nov. 9th at 9:00am to 9:55am in the Reeb Room (downstairs near the restrooms). If you can not attend but want to be included in this planning team, please email Kim Watkin at watkinfam@aol.com.

Concert to Benefit CASAN

Saturday, Nov. 15th 7pm

Submitted by Kim Watkin

The Immigration Justice Team is co-sponsoring a Fall Concert in the FUUSB Sanctuary with CASAN, the Chittenden Asylum Seekers Assistance Network.  CASAN is a local non-profit which serves as a sponsor organization for asylum seekers living in Chittenden County.  The funds raised by the concert will support 5 families with cost-sharing for their rent, living expenses, and/or legal aid as they navigate the asylum seeking process. 

Date & Time:  Saturday, November 15 at 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm, allowing time for folks to review RAFFLE prizes before we settle in for a musical treat.

 Cost: Tickets at the Door--Suggested Donation $20 (Adult), children under 12 free, or pay what you can. Preferred payment: CASH or CHECK to save on fee payments.

 ** Musicians include William Lee Ellis, Rik Palieri, Sara Grey with Mark Greenberg, Hilari Farrington, Benedict Koehler with Sara Blair, and a special musical guest.

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

Gail Beck, Member

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.

Access to UU Virtual Hymnal, Sing Out Love!

Liam Hart, Director of Music

Hi Friends!

We are excited to offer members of the FUUSB congregation access to our new Virtual Hymnal, Sing Out Love! If you would like to create an account, fill out this form.

Remember: Meditation every Tuesday at 5:15

Rev. Karen G. Johnston, Senior Minister