Tuesdays | Drop-In Discussion: Perfectionism...the Enemy of the Good

Especially in this strange time, we all need to hear that we are good enough and that perfectionism is a trap. In what ways do you struggle with perfectionism versus progress in your life and in the larger world, especially in the circumstances we face today? Rev. Michelle Yates facilitates. Drop-In Discussions are back with a virtual spin! We are meeting on Tuesday nights, from 6:30pm-7:30pm. Look on the First Universalist homepage for details and a link, or click the Zoom meeting link on the title of this description!

Wednesdays | Midweek Meditation

First Universalist Church will be hosting Midweek Meditation services with Rev. Lane and Rev. Michelle on Wednesdays from 11:30am-noon. On second Wednesdays, an extra half hour of meditation and sharing will follow the traditional format. An extended time to connect for deep breathing, meditation, singing, and silence. Look on the First Universalist homepage for details and a link, or click the Zoom meeting link on the title of this description!

Please contact Sarah at garden@uuroc.org.

Three of our Small Group Ministry groups have openings for new members starting immediately!

Interested in joining a group? Want to know what this is all about? Take a look at the description on our website uuroc.org under the “connect” tab, fill out the survey regarding your interest and availability, or email SGM@uuroc.org.

You are all invited to our Weekly Peace Vigil, 1-2 PM Sundays, Goodman St & East Ave. that began before the invasion of Iraq, nearly two decades ago. We miss Eleanor Siegfried, one of our First Universalist Church members, who saw the peace vigil as, service is our prayer. Any questions call Hal Bauer at 585-335-2623 weekdays.

Our next RAIHN Week will be October 11-18. Families will stay at the Comfort Inn, and, as we did in July, we will supply them with a week's worth of lunch foods and supermarket gift cards. If you'd like to help with the food costs, you can donate either by check or online. Make checks out to First Universalist with "RAIHN Food" on the memo line. To donate through First Universalist's website, click on "Donate" at the top of the homepage. When the Donate page displays, enter the amount and choose PayPal or Debit/Credit. Another page will display a "write a note" section. Enter "RAIHN Food" there. Questions? Contact Chris DeGolyer at 397-6633 or degolyerchris@gmail.com.

A series of 4 dialogues (Race in a Brave Space or RiBS) will create a forum to learn, grow, and act toward antiracism. They will be led by Verdis Robinson, whom many of you know as a member of our congregation. The first virtual discussion “What My History Teacher Never Taught Me” will take place on Friday, October 16 from 7-8:30pm. Verdis Robinson’s guest leadership is being sponsored by the FIRE team. Congregational members will receive zoom links to the virtual seminars. Free-will donations will be greatly appreciated, and money received will support other activities toward achieving racial equity. RSVP to FIRE@uuroc.org

Oct. 17 | Path to Membership Session

If you are interested in becoming a member of First Universalist Church or are a frequent visitor who isn’t yet sure of joining, but want to find out more about our church and its many facets, join our virtual Path to Membership two-hour session on October 17 at 9:30am. RSVP to Rev. Lane at minister@uuroc.org so you can be sent the Zoom link to participate. As some information will be screen-shared, it is best to participate via computer rather than by phone. After the session, if you decide to join, an appointment will be made to have you safely sign the Membership Book.

Oct. 18 | Eckberg Racial Justice Memorial Film Series| "A Tale of Two Schools"

To register email FIRE@uuroc.org with your selection of films to receive the Zoom link to the discussion. "A Tale of Two Schools" (2017, 61 min, YouTube): An intimate and compelling documentary about children at risk and the parents and teachers who care about them. Narrated by Morgan Freeman, it features a dedicated superintendent, a novice teacher, and a first grader overwhelmed by the challenge of learning to read—all captured during a tumultuous year in two struggling schools. This series features films that address racial justice through history, music and spiritual avenues. This event is a facilitated discussion of ways to further the message of racial equity in our city and world. Films are to be viewed on your own prior to discussion. It is requested that you view the film BEFORE the discussion to assure a quality experience. Free-will donations will be greatly appreciated, and money received will support other activities toward achieving racial equity. RSVP to FIRE@uuroc.org

Rev. Lane Campbell,

Rev. Michelle Yates,

Brock Tjosvold,

Emma Barry,