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Share the Plate  
August Share the Plate collection for the nonprofit Be Frank Foundation was $1004 Thank you for contributing to this organization's mission to provide opportunities for the recreational and artistic needs of kids, no matter their parent's financial means.

Interested in participating in the UUFD Movement Choir? 
Two workshops will be offered to prepare for the September 9th Water Ceremony Sunday worship service. Saturday August 25th 4-5:30 pm and Saturday September 1st 4-5:30 pm in Bowman Hall.  EMAIL MARILYN

Sunday August 26th 10:00 am service is T-Shirt Theology
Included in the many ways we express ourselves and our values are the writings on the front (or back) of our t-shirts. You are invited to come to worship wearing a t-shirt emblazoned with what you care about, and we'll demonstrate what is important.

Raise Your Voice
Our UUFD choir, the Diversitones, resumes rehearsals at the end of August. All are welcome! Join us for a choir meeting  Sunday August 26th at 12:00 pm . Our first rehearsal is Wednesday, August 29th from 7:00-8:30 pm EMAIL KERRY . Come make a joyful noise!

Board Meeting Thursday August 30th 6:00-8:30 pm in Bowman Hall (this month only).
All are welcome to attend to experience leadership in action.

Interested in joining UUFD?
 
Talk with someone at the Welcome podium on Sunday about a Path to Membership folder.

Like to help kids play? 
The SW Garden Project Cooking Matters class is on Thursdays July 26th - August 30th 5:30-7:30 pm at Manna Soup Kitchen. It really helps families attend and learn if a volunteer helps with the children while the parents are in class. If you would like to help,  EMAIL BETTY.

The Basic Needs Team needs your help at the Manna Soup Kitchen. 
Volunteers needed to prepare & serve lunch on the 4th Tuesday &  4th Friday
of each month 9:00 am-12:30 pm. Also, volunteers are needed to pick up from Walmart on Tuesday 10:30 am & Friday 9:30 am at north and south City Markets to transport to Manna.  EMAIL MARILYN.

We would like to thank  Chyako Hashimoto  for her years of service offering Mediation to UUFD members and friends. Stay tuned for upcoming Meditation offerings.

UUFD Legacy Fund 
If you have already named UUFD as a beneficiary in your will/estate plan, please send a confidential email to  EMAIL TIM  telling him so.  We want to take advantage of an exciting legacy gift match opportunity announced by the UUA.

New items available - Visit the SRJ table after church on Sundays for new Side with Love tee shirts and Chuck Collins book. Special sale of books in our inventory!
 
Share the Plate - Nominations for new Share the Plate recipients are now open!  Pick up a form at the SRJ table or go to durangouu.org to complete a nomination form online.

UUFD Service Opportunities 
You are invited to fill out the UUFD Skill and Interest Inventory online. The purpose is help more people get involved in the church in ways that are satisfying, while also fulfilling the needs of the church.   SIGN UP

Open enrollment and orientation for Covenant Groups  is this fall. 
Contact Covenant Group Coordinator,  EMAIL JULIE.
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Beloved Conversations
Series on Race and Ethnicity, coming to UUFD October 19th & 20th . Building community, growth and wholeness. More to come! Sponsored by the Healing Racism Team.

Sunday Coffee Teams  
Looking for a way to get to know others and to be of service? Hospitality's Sunday Coffee Teams would love your help. You can sign up on Sundays during coffee hour or  EMAIL ILONA
 
Sunday Coffee Hour Snacks  
Snacks for coffee hour are always appreciated!  If contributing a Sunday snack, please drop it off at Bowman Hall before the start of service. Our Coffee Wranglers will make sure it is plated and ready to serve. Thank you!

Overflow Parking on Sundays

Available for UUFD services at Needham Elementary School. Leave a close-up space for visitors and enjoy a healthy walk.

Overnight Parking at UUFD
If you need to park your vehicle overnight please leave a message with Office at 970-247-1004 with your name, phone number and date vehicle will depart.

Summer Office Administration hours: Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 am-2:00 pm. 
Location 435 San Juan Drive above Bowman Hall. Until August 31st.

DEADLINE 
UUFD e-announcements & bulletin deadline is Tuesday 12:00 pm for the following Friday & Sunday. 40 words or less with contact info.  EMAIL JEANNE.
L I F E S P A N   F A I T H   F O R M A T I O N

Children's Classes (Age Specific)
Children meet in a supportive, fun, and open environment to engage in faith exploration through art, games, writing, play, and pondering.

Infant and Toddler Nursery Class 
Enjoy snacks and playtime in a friendly environment. 
       
Two Youth Groups (Middle School & High School)
 
We continue to explore faith and philosophy, empower individuals and inspire through deep discussion, play and service work. Contact EMAIL LISA

Adults
Educational, social, and spiritual practice opportunities for adults abound here at UUFD. See the calendar for a complete listing, or contact Lisa at EMAIL LISA
 
F E A T U R E D   G R O U P


Circle Suppers

Circle Suppers are potluck dinners for 6-10 people, hosted at homes of UUs 
on the third Saturday of each month. 
Guest list and hosts expand as 
people sign up each month.  
 For more information or to join 


 

To see a full listing of all our Ongoing Classes & Groups, visit our Website and click on Connection and Affinity Groups.

F A C I L I T Y   U S E
For more  information, UUFD policies, or to make a request to use UUFD facilities for an event, please see our facility use request page .
S T A F F   A N D   O F F I C E   H O U R S

Jeanne MacKenzie, 
Office Administrator, T, W, Th 9 am-3 pm

Rev. Katie Kandarian-Morris, T/Th 9 am-2 pm & Wed by appointment

Marilyn Garst , Music Director - by appointment only

Kerry Ginger, Choir Director - by appointment only

Kathy Olinger, Choir Accompanist 

Lawrence Nass, Accompanist - by appointment only

Lisa McCorry , Lifespan Faith Formation - Tues. 9 am -12 pm & by appointment 

Tricia Bayless, Finance Clerk

Tara Frazer, Congregational Life Coordinator
[email protected]

UU Fellowship of Durango | [email protected] | (970) 247-1004
419 San Juan Drive I Durango, Colorado 81301