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Fawn Smith

March 23 – “Shifting Seasons”

March 20, 2025 by Fawn Smith

It’s the Equinox! But does it feel more like early Summer? We perceive the seasonal changes, and some find them holy, but is climate change affecting our connection to the Wheel of the Year? This Sunday, we’ll celebrate our Spring Equinox and hear what Melly has to say about “Shifting Seasons.”

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to https://www.facebook.com/share/15mtXvhFXd/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Holidays and Holy Days, Sermons

March 16 – “50 Years of Feminist Transformation in Unitarian Universalism.”

March 12, 2025 by Fawn Smith

In honor of Women’s History Month, UUFF member Dr. Natalie Emmons will speak on the feminist movement in the US and how Unitarian Universalism has embraced and embedded the concepts of equal rights and feminism within its theology and practice. Jori Costello will perform original music and lead us in music encouraging us to Rise Up. Attendees are invited to wear their favorite equal rights and social justice activism clothing and accessories.

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to https://www.facebook.com/share/1FJnFdAHpp/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

March 9 – “Everyone is Welcome at Our Table”

March 6, 2025 by Fawn Smith

When it feels like oppression has a chokehold on freedom and diversity, that’s when we must stand up, center marginalized voices, and make visible those told to be invisible by people in power. Join Ben and Rev. Renée as we welcome everyone to the UUFF table. We will also introduce and officially welcome UUFF’s newest members with a special ceremony led by Rev. Renée, Charlotte, LeAnda, and Edith! REMINDER: Daylight Savings Time Begins this weekend. We will “Spring Forward” an hour for Sunday morning.

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to  https://www.facebook.com/share/1A8P39V9ib/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

March 5th (6:30pm) – “Ash Wednesday Service”

March 2, 2025 by Fawn Smith

Ash Wednesday is a holy day of prayer and fasting in many Western Christian denominations, but what kind of significance or meaning might such a day have to us as UU’s? Melly will be our speaker, offering their unique perspective and insight as they lead us in this special UUFF-style Ash Wednesday Service.

The Sanctuary will open for meditation at 6:30pm, with the service beginning at 7pm. All are welcome!

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

March 2 – “What is Atheism?”

February 26, 2025 by Fawn Smith

Often stigmatized and misrepresented in our society, atheism has nevertheless made enormous strides in popularity in the United States, Western Europe, and elsewhere. Yet atheism remains a widely misunderstood position. Is it simply the belief that there is no God? Is atheism entirely negative? Can atheists have morals? Can they be happy? Join us this Sunday as speaker Doug Krueger, who authored a popular book on atheism, addresses all of these questions and more. This is also CHOIR SUNDAY!

Choir members, please meet in the sanctuary at 9:45am for rehearsal!

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to https://www.facebook.com/share/1L7KJwWBgz/and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

February 23 – “What is Humanism?”

February 20, 2025 by Fawn Smith

IMPORTANT NOTE: UUFF is closed this Sunday due to hazardous travel conditions. All in-person events/services have been cancelled for Sunday, 02/23/2025. This 11am Service will be conducted over Zoom, and it will also be live streamed through our Facebook page (links below).

Many Unitarian Universalists would describe themselves as humanists. But what exactly is humanism? Is it a religion? Are all humanists atheists or agnostics, and are all atheists and agnostics also humanists? What is morality and ethics according to humanism? Join us REMOTELY this Sunday as our own Dr. Gene Vinzant addresses these as he speaks on “What is Humanism?”

Link to attend this UUFF Sunday 11am Service via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87286600013?pwd=GlsY4P26PdzdpiEFi5uUBdn0Yb3T2v.1

Link to view the Facebook Live Stream of the Zoom Service: https://www.facebook.com/share/18scNka77A/

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

February 16 – “Why Love?”

February 12, 2025 by Fawn Smith

Why is Love so important? Can science inform us about Love? Let’s explore with Rev. Renée during our second annual Chocolate Communion.

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B6F4q1ZNg/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

February 9 – “Belonging”

February 5, 2025 by Fawn Smith

A sense of belonging is one of the deepest needs we all have. Yet, we live in a time when people are often separated and alone. Our own Steve Krogull will talk about why belonging is so important and what we can do as individuals and a fellowship to strengthen our ties to each other and the larger world.

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BkpMNM3oE/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

February 2 – “The Everyday Faith of Growth”

January 29, 2025 by Fawn Smith

Please join Rev. Renée, Gene Vinzant, and Leanda Gavin for a lively discussion about the future of UUFF and what it is to grow.

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/1XQL4KVeT9/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

January 26 – “Mutual Aid as a Strategy for Thriving in Challenging Times.”

January 23, 2025 by Fawn Smith

Mutual aid is a practice centered around sharing resources and services with those around us. It’s the embodiment of “build a longer table, not a higher wall.” Join Katy Wagner for a look into how this model can help each of us build strong, thriving communities in spite of the imperfect world we live in, and envision a life where everyone has what they need.

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B3v6yxHWx/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

January 19 – “Why did Jesus, Moses, Buddha, and Muhammad Cross the Road?”

January 7, 2025 by Fawn Smith

Inclement weather caused us to have to cancel service on the 12th, so Rev. John Johnson will give his sermon this Sunday instead! Yay! — For centuries, the simple teachings of Jesus have been poisoned by the dogma that Christianity is the only true religion and only those who adhere to a certain set of beliefs will be “saved.” This, in part, helps us understand why so many former Christians have fled the Church and continue to do so. It also reveals the danger of the current white “Christian Nationalist” movement. How different history might have been if these prophetic figures could have sat down and had a meal and a conversation together! Rev. John Johnson will be our speaker. Join us!

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/14tAyHdYH5/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

January 5, 2025 – “Planting the Seeds of 2025”

January 2, 2025 by Fawn Smith

What do these three things have in common: gardening, cleaning your teeth, and beets? What seeds are you planting for 2025? Join Rev. Renée and plant literal and figurative seeds with your UU family in our second annual Rainbow Seed Communion.

You can attend service in person at the fellowship building or view it remotely online via Facebook Live Stream. To attend live via Facebook, wait until 11am Central Standard Time (CST) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/14zVGv1bQi/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Filed Under: 2025 Sermons, Sermons

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