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6 events,
Sunday Service – “Gifts”
Sunday Service – “Gifts”
...with Elaine Jurs and Cathi Alloway. In this season of gift-giving, we pause to consider gifts from the heart, unexpected gifts, gifts given in love, and the nature of giving gifts. What memorable gifts have you received in your life? We will welcome a guest violist, John Roxburgh, and Martha Jordan will be hymn accompanist. Members of the Choir will assist in leading the hymn singing, which includes “Tis a Gift To Be Simple,” and “Life is the Greatest Gift of All.”
3 events,
Soulful Sundown – “Our Favorite Books”
Soulful Sundown – “Our Favorite Books”
...with Caroline Pierce. The American clergyman Henry Ward Beecher said, “Books are the window through which the soul looks out.” In this service, we will broaden our perspectives by reflecting on our favorite books.
3 events,
Educational Justice League
Educational Justice League
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.
Community Event – “Christmas Gloria!”
Community Event – “Christmas Gloria!”
Our annual free Christmas with the Choral Society concert will feature one of the masterpieces of the season, John Rutter's Gloria. In three movements, the outer fast movements have the energetic exuberance of a John Williams movie score, while the slow inner movement evokes the wonder and mystery of a star-filled night. This concert will feature performances by local school choirs, as well as an audience sing-along of familiar seasonal favorites. As in years past, this concert is also a food drive for a local food bank, so please remember to bring some donations in lieu of the cost of a […]
Tree Cutting and Decorating and Potluck Dinner for Kids, Families, and All Ages!
Tree Cutting and Decorating and Potluck Dinner for Kids, Families, and All Ages!
Meet at UUFCC to then caravan to a tree farm to pick out a tree, set it up in the sanctuary and decorate! Followed by a potluck dinner, hot beverages, and holiday treats. Please bring a dinner item to share. Sign up to come here: https://bit.ly/UUTreeFarm24
8 events,
Sunday Service – “Navigating Loneliness- A Blue Sunday Service”
Sunday Service – “Navigating Loneliness- A Blue Sunday Service”
...with Rev. Tracy Sprowls. Loneliness is a universal condition experienced by each one of us or by those we love. During the holiday season it can be particularly hard to navigate.
RE Pre-K/Kindergarten Class
RE Pre-K/Kindergarten Class
Each week our kids will gather to explore our world in light of our UU values. Pre-K/K friends will engage in guided exploration of various topics with their wonderful teachers. Sue Smith and Rocky Landers, downstairs in Room D.
2 events,
Meditation Monday
Meditation Monday
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.
Centre County Interfaith Coalition for Gun Safety
Centre County Interfaith Coalition for Gun Safety
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.
1 event,
Song Circle
Song Circle
The UUFCC Song Circle offers a fun, monthly opportunity to make music together with voices, guitars, banjos, ukuleles, drums, kazoos, etc. Anyone from the Fellowship or local community can join us to play, sing, or listen. We go around the circle with each person choosing the next song, either from our song-books or a song they brought to share. Contact Pam Short for more information.
1 event,
Parents’ Night Out – Toddler through 5th Grade
Parents’ Night Out – Toddler through 5th Grade
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! Sign up here for December: https://uufcc.breezechms.com/form/PNODec2024
6 events,
Sunday Service – “The Light of Life”
Sunday Service – “The Light of Life”
...with Rev. Tracy Sprowls. Join us for our annual holiday play that brings to life the different holidays of the season. The holiday party follows the service.
RE Pre-K through 5th Grade – Multi-generational Sunday Service
RE Pre-K through 5th Grade – Multi-generational Sunday Service
All ages are invited into the Sanctuary for our Multi-generational services. December 15 - Holiday Play January 19 - MLK Service February 2 - Scouts Service April 20 - Easter Service May 18 - RE Sunday June 1 - Flower Celebration
UUFCC Holiday Party 2024
UUFCC Holiday Party 2024
The Program Council and RE Events Team will host this years holiday party in the community room! come for some fellowship , crafts, holiday food, Toy Exchange and games. High Schoolers will host a Hot Cocoa Bar, and Middle Schoolers will help decorate cookies . Sign up to help here!
1 event,
Meditation Monday
Meditation Monday
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.
3 events,
Soulful Sundown – “Memories of the Light”
Soulful Sundown – “Memories of the Light”
...with George Dempsie. Late December is the darkest time of the year, which makes light and its warmth all the more cherished. Thoughts on light will be shared and participants will be asked to share a fond memory of a light from their past.
2 events,
Rev. Tracy at Foxdale
Rev. Tracy at Foxdale
Rev. Tracy visits with the residents of Foxdale on the third Friday of each month. The meetings are free-flowing conversations on topics ranging from Unitarian Universalism to local news and world issues.
Lunch with Tracy
Lunch with Tracy
Enjoy lunch with Rev Tracy and bring whatever topic you'd like to chat about! Open to all ages. Bring your own lunch.
2 events,
Educational Justice League
Educational Justice League
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.
Winter Solstice Celebration
Winter Solstice Celebration
Come celebrate the Winter Solstice on December 21 with the Song Circle and Rev. Tracy. This short service honors the longest day and the return of the Sun. After the service, stay and sing songs of the season followed by hot drinks and treats. The service takes place around the fire pit in the UUFCC yard. All ages are welcome!
9 events,
Middle School Hangout
Middle School Hangout
Middle School youth are invited for a monthly hangout to begin Nov 23! The youth will meet downstairs at the UU in the Gathering Space from 5-7 pm and play games, eat pizza, and just have fun. If you are a parent who would like to volunteer one month to sign up and plan to stay at the Fellowship during the hangout so that there are two adults present and to bring pizza for that month, please sign-up here: https://bit.ly/MSHangout24
Sunday Service – “Honey for the Soul”
Sunday Service – “Honey for the Soul”
...with Rev. Tracy Sprowls. Our theme this month is holding both/and. How do we hold the challenges of our times and the joy? How do we move into a possibility difficult future and live meaningful lives? And what does honey have to do with it all?
RE Pre-K/Kindergarten Class
RE Pre-K/Kindergarten Class
Each week our kids will gather to explore our world in light of our UU values. Pre-K/K friends will engage in guided exploration of various topics with their wonderful teachers. Sue Smith and Rocky Landers, downstairs in Room D.
2 events,
Folk Dancers
Folk Dancers
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).
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Our annual intergenerational Christmas Eve and Candlelight service with carols, story, poetry, and the joy of the season. 6:00 pm
4 events,
Sunday Service – “Old Year, New Year”
Sunday Service – “Old Year, New Year”
...with Elaine Jurs. On the cusp of a new year, like the God Janus, we look both backward and forward. What do we need to let go of? Past regrets, fears for the future, things left undone or unsaid? And what do we look forward to? Together, we will ponder these questions. Through music, readings, sharings, reflections, and a communal ritual, we will help one another to have hope in these trying times. Music: Bhakti Chan, piano
UUFCC Jazz Band Rehearsal
UUFCC Jazz Band Rehearsal
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.
2 events,
4 events,
Folk Dancers
Folk Dancers
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).
UUFCC Choir Rehearsal
UUFCC Choir Rehearsal
Performs for hymns and extra music during Sunday Services three times a month.
0 events,
2 events,
Educational Justice League
Educational Justice League
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.