A Conversation with Professor John Sanchez JOHN SANCHEZ (Nde [Apache]/Yaqui) is an Emeritus Professor of Journalism at Penn State. His research endeavors are at the intersection of Indigenous cultures and the American news media.
The UUFCC Jazz Band is open to all. Rehearsals occur on Sundays in the Sanctuary, although occasionally the band may rehearse in Room 6 due to major church events. Contact David Morris if interested.
On Old Main Patio FREE Indigenous student, faculty, and staff leaders will speak, and artists will perform in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Resistance. The Jake George Family will perform a smoke dance to welcome guests. Supaman will perform at approximately 1 p.m. Presented by the Center for the Performing Arts in collaboration with Penn State Indigenous Faculty and Staff Alliance, Indigenous Peoples’ Student Association, and Student Affairs.
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.
The Centre County Interfaith Coalition for Gun Safety is an alliance of local religious leaders and community members committed to building a peaceful society free from preventable gun violence. Through our work, we educate on issues related to gun violence, advocate for responsible and safe gun ownership, and unite with local, state, and federal officials on matters of gun safety that benefit the whole community.
Please join this group of folks passionate about dancing to international folk music. Explore different cultures through music and dance. *On 3rd Thursdays we ends at 5:30PM (in time for Fellowship Supper).
Enjoy lunch with Rev Tracy and bring whatever topic you'd like to chat about! Open to all ages. Bring your own lunch.
Contact Janet Irons for the Zoom information.
Please join this group of folks passionate about dancing to international folk music. Explore different cultures through music and dance. *On 3rd Thursdays we ends at 5:30PM (in time for Fellowship Supper).
Join us for a community potluck each month in Fellowship Hall! This is a wonderful time out to connect with UUFCC friends, eat a delicious meal, and celebrate birthdays of the month.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting. Open to any woman to walk in.
Performs for hymns and extra music during Sunday Services three times a month.
with Rev. Tracy Sprowls How do we create the biggest and widest circle of inclusivity? How do we welcome all when we feel unsafe or unsure? Does radical hospitality encourage and support belonging or can it still leave some out? On October 20, we will celebrate our animal companions with our annual animal blessing. For this service, people are welcome to bring well-behaved animals either leashed or secured in a carrier. We also encourage pictures of animals (alive or deceased) and stuffed lovies too. If you are uncomfortable with animals, please join us on zoom!
Join us this Sunday in the service for our Multi-gen Animal Blessing Service!
Join us in the service this Sunday for our Multi-generational Animal Blessing Service!
Are you worried about the future of our democracy and wondering how to engage with and respond to the rise of Christian Nationalism? Join our interfaith interactive discussion series, Responding to Christian Nationalism. Sundays, 11:15 am - 12:45 pm Session 1: September 22 (UBBC), Introduction to Christian Nationalism Session 2: October 20 (UUFCC), Expanding an Understanding of Christian Nationalism Session 3: November 17 (UBBC), a Faith Response to Christian Nationalism The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship and University Baptist and Brethren Church are jointly curating curriculum and hosting this important conversation. Christian nationalism is an ideology that threatens our faith and [...]
OWL is a comprehensive sexuality education program that is a signature curriculum of the UUA and the United Church of Christ. It is a life-saving program that helps kids explore their values around their bodies, relationships, health, and justice and equity. They engage in highly interactive activities and discussions which give them age appropriate information and decision making ability so that they can feel empowered to stand up for themselves and others. K-3rd grade OWL - Session 1&2, Our Wonderful Bodies, Part One and Two 4th-6th grade OWL - Ashley Teaching off campus - no class 7th-9th grade OWL - Workshop [...]
The UUFCC Jazz Band is open to all. Rehearsals occur on Sundays in the Sanctuary, although occasionally the band may rehearse in Room 6 due to major church events. Contact David Morris if interested.
Our high school youth lean into leadership as they determine their own journey through the year. They choose what topics of discussion, fun, and social justice work they engage in with caring adult mentors along the way. Join us this Sunday at 1 pm for a facilitated discussion on "Free Will". Dr. Joshua Wretzel from PSU philosophy department and a member at Congregation Brit Shalom will lead our youth in an open discussion on the topic of "free will". All view points are welcome!
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.
Please join this group of folks passionate about dancing to international folk music. Explore different cultures through music and dance. *On 3rd Thursdays we ends at 5:30PM (in time for Fellowship Supper).
...with Chas Brua. If the legend is to be believed, the oldest poem in English was written by an illiterate cowherd who became a poet overnight after an inspiring dream. In this service, we'll explore our own untapped gifts.
We are a women's book club that meet on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:00 PM. We choose our books once a year, and the person who recommends the book generally leads the discussion. The group is hosted by a different member each month. New members and visitors are welcome at any meeting. This month's book is:
Please join this group of folks passionate about dancing to international folk music. Explore different cultures through music and dance. *On 3rd Thursdays we ends at 5:30PM (in time for Fellowship Supper).
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting. Open to any woman to walk in.
Performs for hymns and extra music during Sunday Services three times a month.
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.
with Rev. Tracy Sprowls On October 27, we will have the first of three sermons that are focused on the election. When we are so divided in this country, how do we find and develop a sense of belonging? Wear a costume if you like and parade with the children for our annual Halloween Parade.
Join us in the service for our Halloween/Samhain service! All ages are welcome to dress up for our costume parade.
Join us to explore the dark! What are you afraid of? Let's talk about it! Join us in the sanctuary for our costume parade, then sign-in downstairs in Room D
Help make carnival funnel cakes for our congregation to sell at the Halloween Carnival. Show up at 10 am to prep and set up. Clean up after the event. Funds will go toward youth group trips.
For all ages! Celebrate our carnival themed Halloween and Samhain event as we explore these two festivals with games, costumes, a pumpkin carving contest, crafts, food, and fun! All ages welcome! Sign up here to help: https://bit.ly/3XxAXXK
The participants of the UUFCC Resilience and Acceptance in the Face of Collapse course (which met from October 2023-February 2024) would like to invite UUFCC members and others to participate in the UUFCC Resilience and Acceptance Discussion Group. The purpose of this group is to create a safe and stimulating space for exploring resilience and acceptance in the face of the collapse of modern civilization and for supporting each other in making changes in our lives and communities to lessen the impact of collapse. “Resilience” includes both the capacity within each of us to allow and stay with difficult emotions while [...]
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