Sunday, October 18th, 11am: "If Liberal Democracy Fails, What of Liberal Religion?" UU prides itself in being a liberal religion, but like liberal democracy, there are flaws that keep it from reaching its full potential and leave it open to failures. Can an old but “new” way to generate change in governance save not only UU but the U.S.? This Sunday Rev. Jim Parrish will guide us in an exploration of Generative Democracy.

You can attend this service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Time (CDT) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/1A2hYGFUtt/ and click on "Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

Childcare is offered on Sunday mornings - Click here to learn more!

Chalice Kids & yUUth RE is offered each Sunday from 12:15-1pm. All ages gather in the UUFF Sanctuary for snacks and visiting before breaking up into Kids (5-10) and yUUth (11+) groups and engaging in age-appropriate UU curriculum. Check out the RE monthly events calendar.

All participants must be registered. Parents/Guardians can fill out a paper form at UUFF or register kids online using the QR code below.

10am Mindful Discussions for Adults

This Sunday's Topic: "What is the Purpose of Life?" What is the purpose of life? An answer is that we exist to continue to exist. We evolved to evolve. This is fundamental to every living organism. Inherent to our existence is that we learn, adapt, and grow. Health, happiness, and longevity are the payoffs for this. Since our biological evolution is the foundation of our existence, a purpose of our lives is to continue to "evolve" during our lifetime by learning and growing. Each day, our purpose is to strive to be a little bit better than the day before and to continue this evolutionary process throughout our lifetime. Join us to share your thoughts.

Youth are always welcome to participate in the Mindful Discussions, and childcare is available for ages 0-10 starting at 9:45am.

UUFF's Web of Life Community Practice will be held THIS Saturday, October 17th, from 5-7pm in the UUFF Sanctuary.

These monthly meetings invite group reflection and connection within a simple ritual structure and shared practice. Our theme this month is "Enchant."

All who are interested in nature spirituality are welcome! If you are new to Web of Life and plan to attend, please email nat.emmons@gmail.com so we can know to expect you.

UUFF's Congregational Meeting for Members will be held immediately after the service on Sunday, December 13th.

Please SAVE-THE-DATE on your calendars and plan to attend this important annual gathering so that you can cast your vote on key UUFF operational matters! Your fellowship is a true democracy, built and sustained by you as members. Thank you!

Calendar of UUFF Events for October 15th - 22nd

TODAY, 10/15 - 6:30pm - Executive Team Meeting - Zoom

Saturday, 10/17 - 5-7pm - Web of Life Nature Spirituality Group "Community Practice" Gathering (details above) - Sanctuary

Sunday, 10/18 - 9am - Sunday Meditation Group - Zoom



Sunday, 10/18 - 10am - Adult RE Mindful Discussions - Downstairs common area

Sunday, 10/18 - 11am - Main Sunday Service - UUFF Sanctuary/Facebook Live Stream

Sunday, 10/18 - 12:15-1pm - Chalice Kids & yUUth RE - Sanctuary

Sunday, 10/18 - 2-5:30pm - Class Session - Downstairs common area

Wednesday, 10/21 - 6:30pm - Chalice Team Meeting - Zoom

Thursday, 10/22 - 6:30pm - UUFF Board Meeting - Zoom

UUFF Members and Staff with birthdays in OCTOBER:

Gretchen Wilkes - 1st

Stephanie Bentley - 4th

Kris Hargis -7th

Steve Sumler - 11th

Kaylee Armendariz - 14th

Dina Nash - 14th

Beverly Toll-Schacter -19th

Christianne Corbett - 22nd

Ralph Depee - 24th

Kate Wilkerson - 24th

David Edwards - 30th

If you would like to send these folks a card or note and are unable to access the online directory, you may contact Fawn in the UUFF Office.

The next No Kings Protest will be held this Saturday, October 17th, from 10am – 12pm at Turnbow Park in downtown Springdale.

This event is being held with a Get Out the Vote (GOTV) event in Shiloh Square, just south of the Park. The Protest will be another joyous No Kings with the Raging Grannies and lots of Halloween-costumed characters! Come join in the fun and show that the “Power of the People Is Greater Than the People in Power!”

At the Get Out the Vote event, you can check your voter registration, download a sample ballot, and find out where your Early Voting sites are. Early voting begins October 19th!

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Fayetteville | 479-521-8422 | office@uufayetteville.org