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Lots of important announcements as we get ready to begin a new church year!
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Torch Supplemental

August 25, 2017 

Welcome to a new church year!

We had an enlightening Summer Forum series which just finished up last Sunday. Our worship services resume this Sunday with one service only at 10 am on August 27th and September 3rd. Childcare will be available during the service.

We will return to our regular 2 service schedule on September 10, 2017. Services beginning that date will be at 9:00 and 11:00 am with Religious Education classes happening during the 11:00 am services only.

Upcoming Services


Worship Services Resume!
Sunday, August 27, 2017
One 10:00 am service only
"Hope is Just the Beginning"
-Rev. Tom Goldsmith with Rev. Monica Dobbins

Sunday, September 3, 2017
One 10:00 am service only
"Seeking Justice"
-Rev. Tom Goldsmith with Rev. Monica Dobbins
 
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Ingathering Sunday - welcome to a new church year!
Services at 9 and 11 am (Religious Education at 11 am only)
“Staying Relevant as a Church” 
-Rev. Tom Goldsmith

Sunday, September 17, 2017
Services at 9 and 11 am (Religious Education at 11 am only)
Celebrating the 90th Anniversary of Our Chapel
“Always Looking Ahead” 
-Rev. Tom Goldsmith, joined by the return of David Owens and the Chancel Choir.
Music and liturgy will approximate the church service held in the chapel in September, 1927.

 

Latest Service Videos

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2017 08 13 Ideology and Lawmaking
Summer Forum: August 13, 2017
"Ideology and Lawmaking: How Policymaking Gets Done"
-Rep. Patrice Arent, Rep. Dan McCay, Rep. Elizabeth Weight
Click here to see more videos on our YouTube Channel

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Next full Torch production deadline: Monday, August 28th at 9 am. Please submit church related items to torch@slcuu.org

Our new Torch Supplemental

Welcome to the Torch Supplemental!

In an attempt to keep congregants informed about the many things we are up to, we've decided to add an additional form of communication. The Torch Supplemental will be available online only and published most Fridays; exceptions will happen on the weeks that the regular Torch is published, during the summer, and some holidays. The Torch Supplemental will be a place for brief announcements, upcoming services, and other small, timely content.

We will continue to publish The Torch once per month in both an online and full paper version. The Torch is the place for longer articles, photos, and other more in-depth content. We will also be publishing announcements and smaller items in The Torch as well.

For more information about the Supplemental, The Torch, and announcements in the Order of Service, please click here.

Like the Marines, Religious Education is looking for a few good men and women.

Like the Marines, Religous Education is Looking for a Few Good Men and Women.

Here’s the deal: the postion we’re about to offer features very little travel and few career benefits! It also includes no health insurance but it does offer huge thanks for your time & energy!

Oh, and we’re saving best for last: no pay!

Julie Miller here, Director of Religious Education, and oh yes, this is truly a call for volunteers.

(Read the rest of the article by clicking here)

Register for Small Group Ministry


Registration for the upcoming Small Group Ministry (SGM) 2017/18 year begins today! From October to May, groups of 12-14 people will meet once a month for a discussion on topics both contemporary and timeless touching us all. Whether you were in a group last year or want to join for the first time, please register on the First Unitarian Church website by clicking here . It is quick and easy! You will then be assigned a group and the discussion facilitator for your group will contact you with more information. Any questions, please email Derek Gersdorf at smallgroupministry@slcuu.org.

Hospitality Help Needed!

Hospitality Ministry needs volunteers for Greeters, Welcome Table and Congregational Life Table. Please contact Laurie Robinson at welcome@slcuu.org for more info or to volunteer.

Auction - Save the Date!

Annual First Church Auction will be held Saturday, November 4, 2017 at The Falls at Trolley Square. More into to come. If you are interested in helping, please email Michele Page auction@slcuu.org.

Seeking hikers and walkers

 A First Church hiking group is starting up.  Potluck Fall/Winter organizing meeting 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Tuesday 9/26 Elliot Hall.  Bring your day planner and a dish to share! Come meet other hikers and sign-up to lead a hike or walk. Contact Catherine at catcog@gmail.com for more information.

Artists Discussing Art

On the last Monday of every month Artists gather in the Haven at 7 pm to discuss each others art in progress or recently completed. This discussion is open to all visual artist, watercolor, acrylic, oil, mixed media, fused glass, and clay. Bring work to discuss or just come to listen. Bring a light refreshment to share. This month’s meeting is August 28th. Please contact Bill Reed at artfair@slcuu.org with questions

Social Justice Film Screening Sept. 29th

Save September 29, 7 pm, Eliot Hall, for a free film and discussion. "The Wanted 18" will be presented and there will be snacks. This film is based on a true Palestinian story. The Israeli Defense Force is searching for 18 violators. Who are these 18? Are they terrorists? Maybe not. The villagers hide the 18. Who are they? This film has some animation and is appropriate for anyone over ten years old. There will be a discussion afterwards led by Just Peace in the Holy Land and J Street.

Upcoming Important Dates

  • August 27th: Worship services resume with one service only at 10 am. Childcare will be provided.
  • August 30th: Choir rehearsals resume. More info about the Chancel Choir here.
  • August 28th: Art Discussion (see above)
  • September 3rd: Worship service; one service only at 10 am. Childcare provided
  • September 4th: Labor Day- church offices closed
  • September 10th: Ingathering Sunday; regular worship service schedule resumes with services at 9:00 and 11:00 am; Religious Education classes for children and youth resume at the 11:00 am service only.
  • September 11th: Family Fun night for September. More information here.
  • September 17th: Our annual Activities Fair happens after each service - a great way to find out how to be more involved and connected at First Unitarian Church. We will also celebrate our Chapel's 90th anniversary!
  • September 26th: Hiking group potluck (see above)
  • September 29th: Social Justice film (see above)
  • Every Wednesday: Choir Rehearsal
  • Second Mondays: Board of Trustees Meeting, 5:30 pm Room 201
  • Second Tuesdays: Women's Sacred Circle (email for more info: sacredcircle@slcuu.org)
  • Last Mondays: Art Discussions (see announcement above)

 
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