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Hot Topics: White Christian Nationalism
2023-12-10 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | University Baptist and Brethren Church, 411 S Burrowes St, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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 education (particularly adult and family literacy) and, more broadly, the intersection of (adult) education and social justice. With co-authors Mary Juzwik and Kevin Burke, she recently published an article on White Christian nationalism and educational research (attached). She and Mary are writing a new article on White Christian nationalism and the local SCASD school board election. Esther grew up in the Christian Reformed Church and graduated from Wheaton College (BA, Sociology) and Cornell University (Ph.D., Adult Education). She and her family (Leland Glenna, Rural Sociology professor, and Lily, a 9th grader at Delta High) attend University Mennonite Church.
Dr. Prins would like us to take the survey at this link by Thursday, December 7th – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfa4ZSyYR623x-LrB4JWT9OLJVT41sWm-DodMv2uABHG7vovg/viewform

This offering will be in person and on Zoom.
Instructions for UBBC Zoom Worship & Adult Forum:
By computer or wifi device
(no passcode needed)
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84996246803?pwd=[REDACTED]

Join us for a presentation on the “hot topics” of today!

RE Kids & Youth
2023-12-10 10:00 - 11:15 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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!

Sunday Service - "A Season of Expectations"
2023-12-10 10:00 - 11:00 | UUFCC – Sanctuary, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
This morning we explore Hanukkah, Christmas, and other traditions and talk about expectations of the holidays, ourselves, the world.

Child Care
2023-12-10 09:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-03 09:30 - 13:00 | UUFCC – Room C, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States

Parents' Night Out
2023-12-09 17:00 - 20:00 | UUFCC – Fellowship Hall, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Parents, drop your kids off with our childcare providers for an evening of fun games, dinner, and a movie while you have some time for you! Open to the public.
Sign up for December here.

Song Circle
2023-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 | UUFCC – Sanctuary, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
A regular, informal opportunity to make music together with voices, guitars, banjos, ukuleles, harmonicas, spoons, etc.

Lunch with Tracy
2023-12-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Bring your lunch and hang out with Rev. Tracy for an hour of conversation. All ages are welcome!

UUFCC Choir Rehearsal
2023-12-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-23 19:00 - 21:00 | UUFCC – Sanctuary, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Performs for hymns and extra music during Sunday Services three times a month.
Directed by Colleen Kennedy.

Memoirs Group
2023-12-07 14:30 - 16:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States

Game Nights
2023-12-06 18:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-29 18:00 - 21:00 | UUFCC – Fellowship Hall, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States

Worship Committee Meeting
2023-12-05 19:00 - 21:00

Meditation Monday
2023-12-04 12:30 - 13:00, 2023-11-27 12:30 - 13:00
Open to the public.
Join Kelle Kersten on Zoom for a guided meditation during your lunch to center yourself for the coming week!
Click here to join the Zoom meeting.

Drum Circle
2023-12-03 11:30 - 12:30 | UUFCC – Gathering Space, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
led by Tim and Rachel Summers
Join together to experience communal drumming and learn various rhythms and have fun!

Middle School Youth - Stamped from the Beginning, Part I
2023-12-03 10:00 - 11:15 | UUFCC – Room 6, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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

RE Kids & Youth
2023-12-03 10:00 - 11:15 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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!

Family Chapel
2023-12-03 10:00 - 11:00 | UUFCC – Gathering Space, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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?

Sunday Service - "There's a Light in the Darkness"
2023-12-03 10:00 - 11:00 | UUFCC – Sanctuary, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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.

Jingle, Jangle: A Christmas Story - Tree Cutting and Decorating, Potluck, and Movie Night for Kids, Families, and All Ages!
2023-12-02 16:00 - 21:00 | UUFCC – Sanctuary, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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!

Educational Justice League
2023-12-02 10:00 - 12:00 | UUFCC – Room B, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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.

Soulful Sundown - "Waiting"
2023-11-29 19:00 - 20:00
With Linda Bryce
How well do we wait?

Middle School Youth
2023-11-26 10:00 - 11:15 | UUFCC – Room 6, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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!

RE Kids & Youth
2023-11-26 10:00 - 11:15 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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.

Sunday Service - "Ours and Theirs: Navigating Pluralism"
2023-11-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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.

Child Care
2023-11-26 09:30 - 13:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
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)

Thanksgiving Potluck at UUFCC
2023-11-23 13:30 - 15:30 | UUFCC – Fellowship Hall, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA, 16801, United States
Come to the UU Thanksgiving! Celebrate our Fellowship and join in community for a Potluck Thanksgiving. Sign up to join the potluck.
Once the potluck is over, fill your containers with leftovers to take home and stay to help clean-up.
Questions call Linda Eller 814-883-0392.
