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Tuesday, Sept. 16 | Drop-In Discussion: What is a “Gift Economy” & Could It Work?
After receiving Rev. Eileen's sermon on "Liberation as Reciprocity" on September 14, let's review the wisdom offered in The Serviceberry: An Economy of Gifts and Abundance, a book by Robin Wall Kimmerer (author of Braiding Sweetgrass). Beyond being a "nice idea," where have you seen, heard of, or experienced systems of reciprocity? And how can we encourage such systems of reciprocity in the circles we live in and beyond? Drop-in Discussions meet via Zoom on Tuesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm. Look on the First Universalist homepage for details and a link, or click the Zoom meeting link in this blurb title!
Friday, September 19, 6-8pm | 3-Church Worship Theme Brainstorming & Potluck
Held at First Unitarian Church on Winton Rd. Congregants from First Universalist, UU Canandaigua, and First Unitarian are invited to commune over dinner and then move from table to table to add their ideas on each of the seasonal themes of the year. Your thoughts, ideas, and perspectives are so helpful to the worship teams and the spiritual deepening packet team. This year's themes are Risk, Power, Truth, and Solidarity. All ages are welcome!
Sunday, September 21 | Social Justice Plate: Climate Solutions Accelerator
Our September Social Justice Plate is designated for Climate Solutions Accelerator of the Finger Lakes. The Climate Solutions Accelerator is an inclusive, nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and facilitating a large-scale climate mobilization in the Genesee-Finger Lakes Region. Their mission: to create a healthier, more equitable, and environmentally sustainable community by catalyzing local efforts to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions and address the effects of climate change. Please contribute to support this important work. For more info, visit their website, climategfl.org.
Sunday, September 21 | UU & You
Are you interested in learning more about our faith? Our new minister, Rev Eileen, and our Congregational Life Coordinator, Justin Wilson, will be leading a UU & You session after the service on Sunday 9/21/25 in the minister’s office. This brief discussion is designed for visitors and newcomers who are looking for a general introduction to help decide if First Universalist Church would be a good match for them. Visitors are encouraged to attend this first step!
Opening for Childcare Assistant
If you know someone who would enjoy working with children alongside our faithful childcare leader, Carol Williams, for two hours each Sunday, please share this link with them. Questions should be directed to Rev. Michelle at edu@uuroc.org with “Childcare” in the subject line.
Remember
Worship at First Universalist Rochester starts at 10:30am on Sundays ALL YEAR ROUND!
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