Our paid childcare staff have full background clearances and certificates in First Aid and Infant CPR. They are enthusiastic and compassionate and love interacting with our youngest friends! Ages 6 mo. to 4 years old (non-potty trained)
With Rev. Kristin Grassel Schmidt Unitarian Universalism has been pluralist for generations, and wisdom from other traditions is one of our named sources of faith. But putting these values into practice isn't always easy or straightforward. Join us this week as we consider our faith's approach to pluralism, and how we strive to relate to other faiths with humility and respect.
Each week our Pre-K and Kindergarten friends will explore their world in light of our UU values with our wonderful teachers! Pre-K through 5th Grade will have an All Ages RE time downstairs in the Gathering Space after the Wisdom Lesson. Come for games, sharing, and fun! Sign-in at the Welcome Table.
Join our Middle School Youth program! This year our Middle School youth will engage in a social justice and anti-racism program exploring various topics and working to take action. Part of the year will be spent in a discussion group on the book, Stamped from the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi. Films and other activities will enhance learning. This week please join in the All Ages RE time downstairs in the Gathering Space, or join the service!
Join Kelle Kersten for a guided meditation during your lunch to center yourself for the coming week!
With Linda Bryce How well do we wait?
Performs for hymns and extra music during Sunday Services three times a month. Directed by Colleen Kennedy.
EJL’s mission is to establish a powerful social justice coalition that actively advocates for and promotes equity for marginalized populations. We are committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by communities of color, individuals who identify as women, LGBTQ+ individuals, promoting accessibility for people with disabilities, respecting and supporting individuals of all religions, and bridging the socioeconomic gap through equitable education.
Meet at UUFCC to then caravan to a tree farm to pick out a tree for our Fellowship (and for your family!). Then we'll light it and decorate it in the sanctuary! Followed by a potluck, hot beverages, holiday treats, and a movie (Jingle, Jangle: A Christmas Story) All ages welcome! (Please bring a dish to share!). Sign up HERE!
Life comes with struggles and sadness, ups and downs. The state of the world - war, democracy, poverty, climate change, etc - all add to the strain of daily living, causing more people to feel fragile and vulnerable. We talk seasonal blues, today, and making our way through the tough times. This is a Blue Sunday service.
Join Family Chapel this week as we explore our monthly theme of Mystery. Sometimes we see other people as a mystery, but what if looking at another person is like looking in a mirror in many ways? How do we see others as part of us and not strangers? What if each person in the world looked at all other people as part of themselves?
Pre-K and Kindergarten will meet downstairs in Room D at 10 am. Please sign in and sign out downstairs in Room D. We will explore candles for the winter holidays! 1st through 5th grade - Join us for Family Chapel in the Gathering Space at 10 am!
This Sunday, we will begin the documentary, Stamped from the Beginning, and explore: Introduction to Blackness (content warming: within this section are clips where the N-word is used as well as some swearing like "fuck") Myth of Assimilation Discussion will follow with Laurie Parmele and Laura Liermann
led by Tim and Rachel Summers Join together to experience communal drumming and learn various rhythms and have fun!
Join Kelle Kersten for a guided meditation during your lunch to center yourself for the coming week!
Performs for hymns and extra music during Sunday Services three times a month. Directed by Colleen Kennedy.
Bring your lunch and hang out with Rev. Tracy for an hour of conversation. All ages are welcome!
A regular, informal opportunity to make music together with voices, guitars, banjos, ukuleles, harmonicas, spoons, etc.
Parents' Night Out! Just drop your kids off to play and build fun connections with other friends and enjoy some time out for yourself! We will provide games, crafts, dinner, and a movie.
This morning we explore Hanukkah, Christmas, and other traditions and talk about expectations of the holidays, ourselves, the world.
Pre-K and Kindergarten will meet downstairs in Room D at 10 am with Sue and Rocky. Please sign in and sign out downstairs in Room D. 1st through 5th grade kids will start in the sanctuary and leave after the Wisdom Lesson. Sign in at the welcome table before the service and sign out downstairs by 11:15 am!
For our December Hot Topics, we are joining University Baptist and Brethren for a presentation on White Christian Nationalism featuring Dr. Esther Prins Dr. Esther Prins, White Christian Nationalism: What is it and how should Christians respond? This presentation will explore what White Christian nationalism is—and what it is not. Learn how education is showing up in current events (particularly in education) and reflect on why Christians should care and how we can work to counteract this powerful religio-political movement. Esther Prins is a professor in the Lifelong Learning and Adult Education Program at Penn State. Her research focuses on adult [...]
Join Kelle Kersten for a guided meditation during your lunch to center yourself for the coming week!
With Chas Brua. Like a spiritual Rorschach test, the month of December carries different meanings for each of us. Using music and brief meditations, we explore our varied reactions to "the narrows of the year." No service Dec 27. Services resume Jan 3, 2024.
Performs for hymns and extra music during Sunday Services three times a month. Directed by Colleen Kennedy.
EJL’s mission is to establish a powerful social justice coalition that actively advocates for and promotes equity for marginalized populations. We are committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by communities of color, individuals who identify as women, LGBTQ+ individuals, promoting accessibility for people with disabilities, respecting and supporting individuals of all religions, and bridging the socioeconomic gap through equitable education.
Join us for a now annual event in our own backyard around our fire pit where we’ll enjoy a holiday sing-along and stargazing! Hot Chocolate, s'mores, and apples for roasting provided. Bundle up and join with friends in the fun. Sign up HERE!
How does generosity lead to a deepening experience of true friendship between faith traditions? Come celebrate our Holiday Play multi-generational service with us as we explore an interactive and heart-warming story between Jewish and Christian families. All kids are invited to attend and participate in the play!
Come join in for some holiday fun and food right after the service on December 17. You can get crafty making ornaments, sport your favorite holiday sweater (ugly or lovely), enjoy music, explore multi-faith winter holiday traditions and more. Additional details and information about volunteering to help out can be found here. Don’t be an Elf on the Shelf, Get in the Holiday Mix… and Volunteer! The sign up to bring appetizers or dessert to share is here.
Join Kelle Kersten for a guided meditation during your lunch to center yourself for the coming week!
Performs for hymns and extra music during Sunday Services three times a month. Directed by Colleen Kennedy.
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Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County
780 Waupelani Dr, State College, PA 16801
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10:00 AM – 3:00 PM