The Beacon – Our Fellowship Newsletter

What brought each of us through the doors of UUFF, and what transforms us from visitors into committed members of this community? Together we co-create a powerful vision of universal love, radical welcome, and generosity that sustains us all.

This Sunday is extra special! We’ll be officially kicking off the 2027 Stewardship Pledge Drive AND celebrating UUFF’s 75th Anniversary with a Fall Festival immediately after service. All are encouraged to come down to the UUFF lawn for good food, fun, and fellowship! Please refer to the Weekly eNews for more information.

You can attend this 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 Time (CDT) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/18U5Eg5cDA/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

For centuries, we have been told that hierarchy and dominance are the only ways to organize human society. Join Rev. Renée as we explore the ancient and urgent alternatives—from matriarchal traditions to partnership models—that offer a blueprint for a world built on mutual respect rather than power over one another.

You can attend this 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 Time (CDT) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CXFbA5Ufv/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

What happens when we treat thinness as a moral obligation? From the Eurocentric roots of the BMI to modern economic discrimination, join Rev. Renée as we dismantle the myths of “earned worth” and celebrate the divine dignity of ALL bodies.

This Sunday we will Share the Plate with Cooperative Emergency Outreach (CEO). CEO is a non-profit community organization that provides emergency assistance for food, rent, and utilities. 50% of loose collection plate cash and specially-designated cash/checks (please make checks out to UUFF and write “Share Plate” on the memo line) will be given to this worthy organization.

You can attend this 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 Time (CDT) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EcQwvVdZR/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

The fifth principle of Unitarian Universalism affirms “the right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large.” As an expression of this faith, many Unitarian Universalists (UUs) believe strongly in expanding voting access and participation. Members of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Fayetteville (UUFF) actively support these efforts in numerous ways and at all levels of government. We also engage with and lift up organizations that share our commitment to democracy. 

One such organization is the League of Women Voters. Our guest speaker this Sunday, Michelle Wolchok, President of the League of Women Voters of Washington County, will discuss the League’s history and long-standing work, its current priorities, the status of citizen-led ballot initiatives in Arkansas, and the importance of voting in the upcoming midterm elections. Additionally, the Raging Grannies NWA will provide uplifting and thought-provoking music for the service.

You can attend this 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 Time (CDT) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/19LR1PCEtN/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

This year marks 46 years of Water Communion and 75 years of UUFF! Rev. Renée and Gene Vinzant will lead us in a special service this Sunday, as we honor our rich traditions and history and celebrate the beginning of 2026 Fall Programming! **Please bring a small amount of water that represents your summer experience to add to the communal bowl during the Water Communion ritual.**

You can attend this 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 Time (CDT) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FHMRTdJtk/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.

Join Ginger Doss as they discuss the profound, life-changing impact of living life in mindful presence.

You can attend this 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 Time (CDT) and go to: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C56uEuh2E/ and click on “Watch Live Video. A Facebook account is not required for viewing.

To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.