Dear ones,
These last few weeks, our Sunday morning services have focused on a singular theme: How do we practice love? What does love look like when it moves beyond words? How can we be with each other and ourselves and our planet in ways that grow love? What does it look like to embody the unconditional love of Universalism in our day to day lives, especially when we connect across differences? What would it be like if compassion was our first response, even when we do not understand all that is going on around us or inside of us?
Compassion is our spiritual work in these tender and sometimes terrifying times. Kindness and care are the expression of our Universalist faith. This week and every week, there are many opportunities to offer care to ourselves and each other. I urge you to choose at least one from the list I’ll share below, and to add your own ideas and put love into action for yourself and others.
Cards for Glen Thomas - Our beloved Director of Worship Arts Ministries, Dr. Glen Thomas Rideout, is experiencing health issues that require him to be away from his responsibilities at church for the next several weeks. He’ll be out on medical leave until mid-January, and I know that the congregation joins me in sending our love and care his way. I’m grateful for a congregation that can make room for each of us to ask for and receive the care that we need. If you’d like to send good wishes to Glen Thomas, please drop off or mail cards to church, and we’ll be sure that they get to him. If you have questions about worship or any of the responsibilities that Dr. Rideout typically oversees, please direct them to me, Rev. Jen Crow, at jen@firstuniv.org.
A Celebration of Life for Minister Emeritus, The Rev. Dr. John Cummins, will be held at church on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 10 a.m. All are welcome to join us in person or online as we honor John’s life and his 23 year ministry to our congregation. If you are available to help our dedicated team of Memorial Reception Leaders with anything from ushering, greeting, set up, serving, or clean up, please be in touch with Janet Merrill to volunteer. Memorial gifts in John’s honor are requested to The Cummins Ministerial Internship Fund at First Universalist (give here; or checks with "Cummins Fund" in the memo line can be mailed to the church) and/or Planned Parenthood (give here), as we continue John and Dru’s commitment to fostering new leaders in Unitarian Universalism and ensuring women’s rights.
Our annual Holiday Giving initiative is underway, as we invite each other to turn our time, energy, and resources to nurturing relationships and building the world we dream about. This year, we continue our 5 year partnership with Black Lives of Unitarian Universalism with a goal of raising $38,000 this holiday season as BLUU harnesses love’s power to combat oppression and foster healing as a spiritual and political imperative. Join us in sharing your financial gifts here. Together, we are so much more powerful than we are alone.
In these longest nights of the year, when the sunlight that brightens our days is harder to find, I invite us into a practice of gratitude. Maybe it’s a list you make at night, or in the morning, or whenever you remember, of the things you are thankful for in your life. Maybe you pick another person to focus on, maybe it’s someone you find easy to love or someone you find harder to love, and you pay attention to that person’s gifts and tell them what you notice. Maybe it’s a practice of paying attention to your body and finding and naming the ways it supports you in your life. However you engage this practice of gratitude, keep it simple. In the words of Mary Oliver in her work, “Instructions for Living a Life”:
Pay attention,
Be astonished,
Tell about it.
There are so many ways to bring love to life. I hope you will choose one and lean in as we head into these darkest days of the year. May we be the light for and with each other.
Love,
Rev. Jen
Rev. Jen Crow
Senior Minister
First Universalist Church of Minneapolis
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Services
Sunday, Dec. 19, 9 & 11am
Online Solstice Gathering
Christmas Pageant
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Sundays, Dec. 26 & Jan. 2
Dec. 12 Worship Recording
Dec. 12 Cycle of Life & John Cummins Memorial Service
Dec. 15 Meditation Recording
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News & Features
Updated COVID Policies
No Dec. Board Meeting
Seeking Pageant Singers
Sign Up to Usher & Greet
Happy Holidays from
Visual Arts
Thank You from AFA
Hats for the Homeless
Habitat Winter Work Days
December Faithful Action
MHC: Mental Health & the Holidays
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Happenings
Grief Group with Rev. Karen
Pathway to Membership
Winter Newcomers Circle
AUW Spring Retreat
Deep Listening Training with Mental Health Connect
Ongoing Gatherings
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MULTIGENERATIONAL SUNDAY WORSHIP |
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Sunday, Dec. 19
In Person at 9 & 11 a.m.
Live-streamed at 11 a.m.
"What Does Unitarian Universalism Say to Our Suffering?"
Worship leaders: Rev. Arif Mamdani, Lauren Wyeth, Rev. Jen Crow, Aimee K. Bryant, and Franco Holder
You’ve probably seen the news stories: following the ongoing pandemic of COVID-19, we are facing a global epidemic of mental health challenges across every demographic we know how to count. These last 21 months have been hard. As we enter another winter, things aren’t quite what they were in December of 2020, but they’re not like 2019 either. And it’s quite clear that there really is no going back, even if, when looked at rationally, back wasn’t all that great either—but at least it was known.
So, what do we do when we venture into the unknown? What do we do when we are exhausted and spent, when our resilience has waned? What do we do in the face of suffering - our own, and that of those we love?
This Sunday, join us as we enter into the heart of this question: what does Unitarian Universalism have to say when it all hits the fan? How can our faith and the commitments we hold in common help us to hold together when it all feels like it's falling apart?
JOIN US ONLINE:
JOIN US IN PERSON:
Join us in the sanctuary at 9 or 11 a.m. Masks are required, and we ask that you keep a distance of at least three feet between households. The service will also be streamed in the Cummins Room, so if you feel uncomfortable with the density of people, there is an alternative space available. Effective this Sunday, if you choose to attend in person, we expect that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 if eligible. Read our recently updated (Dec. 12, 2021) COVID-19 Policies and Safety Precautions. If you missed the email update about this policy change, you can read it here.
NO RELIGIOUS EDUCATION; CHILDCARE AVAILABLE
This Sunday, childcare is available for ages 6 months through Pre-K (please register no later than noon on Saturday) . There is NO Religious Education for Kindergarten through Senior High.
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ONLINE SOLSTICE GATHERING |
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Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. on Zoom
You are invited to join us on Zoom on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. for a reimagined Solstice Gathering led by Rev. Karen Hutt, Aimee K. Bryant, and Franco Holder, which will be offered instead of Wednesday Meditation this week.
JOIN US ONLINE:
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Friday, Dec. 24 at 4 p.m.
in the Sanctuary and on Zoom
Our annual Christmas Pageant is a beautiful telling of an ancient story. It is a tale of hope and hospitality, a reminder that every child is born a redeemer, a story that speaks to us all of what it means to be a seeker, a star, a singer, a wonderer, a wanderer, a wise one.
This year, our Christmas Pageant will be offered once, on Christmas Eve. Join us live in the sanctuary or watch the livestream via Zoom.
JOIN US IN PERSON:
If you are planning to join us in person, please read our recently updated (Dec. 12, 2021) COVID-19 Policies and Safety Precautions in advance. I f you choose to attend in person, we expect that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 if eligible.
JOIN US ONLINE:
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CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE |
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Friday, Dec. 24 at 9:30 p.m.
in the Sanctuary and on Zoom
The Candlelight Service at First Universalist is a time of mindfulness, meaning making and music. This service is a weaving of scripture readings, poems, musical offerings, silence, and lighting our hearts and spirit with the candlelight and hope.
JOIN US IN PERSON:
If you are planning to join us in person, please read our recently updated (Dec. 12, 2021) COVID-19 Policies and Safety Precautions in advance. I f you choose to attend in person, we expect that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 if eligible.
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SUNDAYS, DEC. 26 & JAN. 2 ONLINE ONLY |
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Sundays, Dec. 26 & Jan. 2
One Service at 10 a.m. Online Only
On Sundays, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, we will offer a single worship service at 10 a.m., online only (live-streamed via Zoom and YouTube Live). Worship leaders will be leading remotely while additional renovation work is being completed in our sanctuary.
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Sunday Service Recording & Podcast |
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December 12: "Community That Holds It All"
Worship leaders: Lena K. Gardner, Rev. Jen Crow, Aimee K. Bryant, and Franco Holder
Reflections on Sunday worship by Liz Farmer, Membership Coordinator:
In 2015 at a conference lunch table, Black Lives of Unitarian Universalism (BLUU) was born. In 2019, First Universalist Church made a five-year commitment to financially support BLUU, especially through our Holiday Giving tradition of divesting from accumulation of “stuff” and excess, and giving what we would have spent to our holiday giving recipient. This year, First Universalist has committed to raising $38,000 for BLUU. In addition to writing and editing BLUU Notes—a book due in early 2022—and becoming a housing developer, for many Black UUs, BLUU is a necessary space for comfort, spiritual sustenance, and being loved deeply in all of their Blackness. Non-black UUs can support BLUU’s work by giving financially this holiday season, making Love tangible and active by offering what care and resources they have to give.
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Image description: a still image from the Dec. 12 worship recording of Rev. Jen Crow at the pulpit. |
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Sunday, Dec. 12 Cycle of Life |
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The Reverend Dr. John Cummins, minister emeritus of this congregation, died on Saturday, Dec.11, at his home in Minneapolis. Carol Cummins, his daughter, was with him as he transitioned.
John and his wife, Dru Cummins, moved with their family to Minneapolis in 1963. For decades a leader in liberal religion and an ardent supporter of progressive social causes; active in the civil rights movement, the sanctuary movement, in women’s rights and immigrant rights and so much more - John served this congregation with dedication and care until his retirement in 1986. Before that he served Unitarian Universalist congregations in Maine and Massachusetts. Both John and Dru were actively involved in denominational leadership. In addition to Carol, John is survived by his son, Clyde. He was preceded in death by Dru and their son, Christopher.
A celebration of John's life will be held at church on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 10 a.m. The service will also be live-streamed via Zoom. Details can be found here.
If you are experiencing a crisis or transition, or celebrating a joy, please let us know. To be included in our Cycle of Life each Sunday in worship, or if you would like support, contact Rev. Arif Mamdani at arif@firstuniv.org or 612-825-1701.
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Wednesday Meditation Recording |
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December 15
Meditation leader: Aimee K. Bryant
Artist in Residence Aimee K. Bryant leads a silent 15-minute meditation that begins with the Buddhist chant "Suffusion of the Divine Abidings" and concludes with the song "Breathing in, Breathing out." Watch here.
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Image description: a still image from the Dec. 15 meditation recording of Aimee K. Bryant. |
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COVID-19 Policies & Safety Precautions Updated |
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Earlier this week, the church leadership team announced an update to our COVID-19 policies and safety precautions, given the current COVID-19 risk level, which is considered "very high" in Hennepin County, and especially given the strain on our healthcare systems and the lack of available hospital capacity.
The updated policy includes the expectation that, in these times when COVID cases are at the high levels we are currently experiencing, those choosing to participate in worship and activities in person at church be vaccinated against COVID-19 if they are able and eligible.
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No December Board Meeting this Evening |
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A message from Board President Daryn Woodson:
'Tis the season for rest. The Board is not meeting this evening, Thursday, Dec. 16, as previously announced. We will be honoring the words of Nap Ministry founder, Tricia Hersey, "Rest is a form of resistance because it disrupts and pushes back against capitalism and white supremacy." We hope you all are able to experience some rest this holiday season. The December Board packet will be uploaded to the website later this week.
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Seeking Christmas Eve Pageant Singers |
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Can you lend your voice to the Christmas Pageant? Our Pageant is dependent on singing the familiar hymns woven through it that help tell the story. Given that we are not allowing congregational singing at this time, we are seeking church members to comprise a pop-up Pageant choir, sitting in the front pews, masked, and singing from the hymnal, led by Aimee K. Bryant.
The Pageant will take place in the sanctuary on Christmas Eve, from 4-5 p.m.
Please email lauren@firstuniv.org, including a copy of your vaccination record, if you can be there to help create a beautiful and joyful service for all. Thank you.
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Greeters & Ushers Needed for Sunday Worship and Services on December 24 |
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We need your help welcoming and ushering for Sunday worship as well as our Christmas Pageant and Christmas Eve Candlelight Service on Dec. 24! If you are planning to attend services in person—including this Sunday, Dec. 19—we could really use your help. Please pick a service to volunteer at and sign up here. Reach out to Liz Farmer at liz@firstuniv.org with any questions.
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Happy Holidays from the Visual Arts Committee |
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Designed by Meredith Sims, this year’s theme includes a fabric scene of a deer with flowers in his antlers as well as an enchanted forest.
The Visual Arts Committee crafted the large flowers—with warm holiday wishes to all.
Each winter holiday season, this team of dedicated volunteers adds a creative touch to the sanctuary and other spaces in the building. We are grateful for their contributions!
In the photo, taken by Janet Mills, Visual Arts Committee member Steve Oakley looks upon the paper flowers he's just finished hanging from the trees.
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On Sunday, Dec. 5, we collected donations of coats and other winter gear for the students of Augsburg Fairview Academy, one of our long-standing Faithful Action Partners. Pictured below are the coats we donated, set up in the lunch room at the school for distribution to the students. Thank you so much to everyone who donated! |
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Give the Gift of Warmth: Hats for the Homeless |
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Submitted by Barb Melom
It's been 14 years since UU knitters began knitting hats to distribute to those in need of a bit of warmth and love; our unsheltered and/or less privileged neighbors. That first year we collected close to 300 hats, and as word has spread about this "Hats for the Homeless" project, this year we have collected close to 4,000 hats. Minnesota Knitters' Guild has chosen us as one of the charity knitting projects they support. You may be asking yourself "where do all these hats go?"
So far in 2021, we have delivered hats to 16 elementary schools, 6 homeless shelters, 5 food shelves, and 5 social service agencies. Requests are still coming in.
Join the circle of knitters and knit a hat to be donated to a person in need. If you are not a knitter, consider purchasing a warm hat or sewing one from polar fleece. We need mittens and scarves too. Drop off your donations in the basket in the social hall, through February.
In the image, Barb Melom and Pat Gottschalk stand in front of the collection table in the social hall holding up donated winter hats.
For more details about Hats for the Homeless, and free patterns, visit their blog.
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Habitat for Humanity 2022 Winter Work Days |
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First Universalist has three Habitat for Humanity winter work days coming up in early 2022: Thursdays, Jan.13, Feb. 10 and March 10. All of the builds are in Minneapolis.
Please consider joining in! We’re allowed a maximum of 8 volunteers on site. Volunteers must be over sixteen years of age, and sixteen- and seventeen-year-olds must be accompanied by an adult. The work day is from 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., and we ask that you bring your own sack lunch.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s current COVID safety protocols require that all volunteers indicate that they have either been vaccinated or have tested negative for COVID-19 within 48 hours of volunteering on site. In addition, masks are required indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
Sign up to volunteer for one or all of the winter work days by filling out this form.
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December Faithful Action Newsletter |
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Find ways to get involved with our Faithful Action Community Partners in our December Faithful Action Newsletter. This newsletter contains opportunities to connect through volunteering, donating, advocating, and learning. Our Faithful Action Community Partners are community organizations that share our vision of love and justice. We work through Faithful Action Community Partnerships in order to leverage our energy, commitment and expertise. You can find more information about our Faithful Action Community Partnerships on our website.
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Mental Health Connect:
Managing Your Mental Health During the Holidays
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Submitted by Janet Houck, Mental Health Connect Ambassador for First Universalist:
As Jenny Hart, noted embroidery artist, recently wrote, "I love the holidays, but they can be an emotional time for grown-ups. Am I a grown-up? I must be because I'm feeling it...."
Maybe you're feeling that way too. Through the holidays we'll be sharing articles that just might help us ease through the rough spots and hold close moments of holiday joy.
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Grief Group with Rev. Karen Hutt |
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Sunday, Dec. 19, 4–5:30 p.m. on Zoom
Tangled Blessings is a monthly grief group led by Rev. Karen Hutt. You're invited to bring your whole self and whatever grief you may be carrying. To receive the Zoom information, RSVP to Rev. Karen Hutt at revkarenhutt@gmail.com. This month, the group meets on Sunday, Dec. 19 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Zoom. Future group meeting dates are: Sundays, Jan. 16, Feb. 20, March 20, April 17, and May 15.
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Next New Member Class Is Jan. 11 on Zoom |
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If First Universalist feels like your spiritual home, if our mission moves you, then we hope you’ll take part in Pathway to Membership. This class is for those who intend to join First Universalist Church as members.
Recently redesigned for multi-platform church, our Pathway to Membership class involves watching several short videos on different ministry areas in the church, and then attending a class session to reflect on and discuss themes like Faith in Action and Stewardship through the lens of church membership.
Pathway to Membership classes are offered monthly, alternating between being held in person and on Zoom. The next class that you can sign up for will be held:
Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022; 6:30–8:30 p.m. on Zoom
Learn more and register on our website.
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Winter Newcomers Circle Registration Open |
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Wednesday, Jan. 26–Feb. 23, 7–8:30 p.m.
Newcomers Circles are four-session gatherings of 6-8 participants who and want to reflect on their own and listen to stories from the spiritual journeys of other new-ish folks. Membership is not required; the Circle is intended for those who are new-ish and are fairly certain they would like to continue their spiritual journey with those at First Universalist. This Circle will be facilitated by First U member Jill Braithwaite. We will meet four Wednesdays between Jan. 26 and Feb. 23 (skip Feb. 9) from 7–8:30 p.m. The first and fourth sessions will be in person at First Universalist; the second and third sessions will meet on zoom. Those registered will receive the zoom info and additional details via email within a week prior to the first session. Learn more and register here.
About the facilitator, Jill Braithwaite: Jill has worked in book publishing for more than 25 years. She has been a member of First Universalist Church since 2004 and has taught Religious Education and First Step classes and has served on the Board of Trustees and the Welcome Team. She has an M.A. in theology and the arts from United Theological Seminary and is currently studying there in the Master of Divinity program. Jill loves tennis, art, novels, Unitarian Universalism, the North Shore, and her little dog, Betsy.
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Association of Universalist Women Spring Retreat |
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Registration is open for the Association of Universalist Women (AUW) Spring Retreat! Register by January 20 to get a discount before the registration fees increase.
THEME: Resilience, Community and Creativity
WHEN: April 22–25, 2022 (Friday - Monday). There is an option to register for Saturday only and an option to stay over Sunday night.
WHERE: Camp Courage near Annandale – a new venue for us!
WHO: Keynote and ceremonies by Rev. Kelli Clement
Breakout Sessions and Activities: Sky Watch; Stretching; Nature Walk; Meditation; Pilates; Writing; Sexuality Discussion; Sound Healing; Book Discussion; Gender Fluid/Expansive Discussion; Board Games; Movies; Talent Show; Dance Party; Labyrinth; Indoor Pool; Healing Sessions and Massage (extra fee); Crafts.
FOR MORE INFORMATION and REGISTRATION: visit the AUW website
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Deep Listening Training with Mental Health Connect |
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Begins Monday, Jan. 17, 6 p.m.
Deep listening training for people who want to be great listeners, improve their tools to help others, leaders and you. Drew Brooks, Executive Director of Faith Partners will be presenting on tools to enter into challenging conversations, like mental health. Each session will focus on a different listening practice or skill. The mental health pandemic is increasing and we can learn how to help each other. We'll build on what we know with a 6 week training for anyone that wants to be a better listener, have the tools to support others and feel confident.
This 6-week course is free and meets virtually at 6 p.m. every other Monday beginning Jan. 17 and ending on March 28. You do not need to attend each session.
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UUs in 12-Step Recovery
Updated schedule: Sundays at 7 p.m.
Weekly drop-in group for UUs in 12-step based recovery from all kinds of addiction and family dysfunction. Participation is confidential. Join us via Zoom here. (Meeting ID: 922 6965 4151 Passcode: 839388)
12 Step Spirituality - Zoom
Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.
Designed for those actively working a 12-Step program and who want to explore and deepen their spirituality through Centering Prayer. Meeting details available at 12stepspirituality.org
Tangled Blessings Grief Group
Sunday, Dec. 19, 4–5:30 p.m. on Zoom
Tangled Blessings is a monthly grief group led by Rev. Karen Hutt in which participants are invited to bring their whole selves and whatever grief they may be carrying. To receive the Zoom information, RSVP to Rev. Karen Hutt at revkarenhutt@gmail.com. Future dates are: Sundays, Jan. 16, Feb. 20, March 20, April 17, and May 15.
First Sunday Meditation Group
First Sunday of the month, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Join this monthly congregant-led group for silent meditation on Zoom or in person. After 20 minutes of sitting together in silence we take time to discuss our practices. Whether or not you have meditated before, you will be welcomed. Join via Zoom here or meet in the Meditation Room after worship.
Weekly Meditation Group
Tuesdays, 9–10:15 a.m. on Zoom
This group plans to begin a multi-platform gathering model when the church reopens. Contact Sara McMullen at saramcminneapolis@gmail.com for Zoom and in-person meeting information.
Chi Gung
Thursday mornings 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Pat,Gottschalk has been leading Chi Gung at First U for over 20 years. Pat leads gentle movements with a focus on harmonizing our personal energies — internal development and peace of mind, not martial arts. Creaky joints, stiff muscles and anxious minds are all welcome. We meet via Zoom until we can meet in person. Contact Judy Broad at jab679@gmail.com for Zoom information.
Poetry Lovers Group
First Thursdays, 7–8:30 p.m.
Reacquaint yourself with poets you love and discover other poets who are new to you while connecting with fellow Poetry Lovers at church. More information.
Association of Universalist Women Happy Hour(s)
Thursdays at 5 and 7 p.m.
Join the 5 p.m. Happy Hour here (Meeting ID: 834 7301 7986; Password: 557571).
Join the 7 p.m. Happy Hour here (Meeting ID: 817 4022 5684; Password: 675052).
Single and Solo Parents and Caregivers Gathering
1st & 3rd Thursdays at 8 p.m.
Parents/guardians who are single and/or co-parenting gather for mutual support and spiritual sustenance. Contact Christy at christine.hd1@gmail.com for more information.
Parents & Caregivers of Babies and Preschoolers
Thursdays, 8:30–9:30 p.m.
Parents/guardians of little ones gather for mutual support and spiritual sustenance. Email Lauren at lauren@firstuniv.org to be connected to the group.
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COVID-19 Safety Measures & Policies |
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Updated December 12, 2021
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Masks are required in the church building for everyone ages 2 and up (accommodation will be made for those unable to tolerate a face covering due to health condition, disability, or behavioral or developmental condition.)
- We ask that you do your best to maintain a distance of at least 3 feet between you and those who are not in your household.
- If you are joining us in person, we expect that everyone who is able/eligible has been vaccinated against COVID-19.
- Staff and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
- If you are not feeling well or experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19, or if you have been notified of a recent exposure to a confirmed positive case of COVID, we ask that you please stay home—and join us for worship online (or participate in your group/class/event online if that option is available).
- We are asking everyone to sign in when entering the building on Sundays; in the event we are notified of a confirmed case of COVID-19, we will contact those we believe to have been in proximity to the person who tested positive.
- We will not be serving food or beverages indoors on Sunday mornings.
- For now, we will not be singing together in the sanctuary; worship leaders and masked choir members will sing at some services.
- Both services will be streamed to the Cummins Room or Social Hall for those seeking more space, or in case the sanctuary fills.
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We are offering optional Sunday childcare or classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, effective Sunday, Dec. 12 (advance registration required).
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Care Resources
Spiritual Care - Your ministers and program staff are here for one-on-one confidential conversations of support. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to any of us to connect.
Care Companions - Care companions are members of the congregation who’ve been oriented toward the art and practice listening with a caring and confidential ear, and a loving and kind heart. They call and check-in on folks in the congregation and are here to accompany you longer term if you could use some ongoing support. To connect with a Care Companion (or to become one), contact karen@firstuniv.org
Love Kits - Are you or someone you love ill? Is your family struggling? Do you live alone or feel isolated? Do you know someone else from church who might be? If so, please let Rev. Karen (revkarenhutt@gmail.com) know so that a package full of love and support can be delivered.
Meal Trains - If you or someone you know at church would welcome a meal to help them through a difficult time, loss, illness or injury — and having someone else do the cooking for a bit would help —please let us know. Contact Rev. Arif Mamdani at arif@firstuniv.org.
Minister’s Emergency Fund - For many of us, these are difficult financial times. If you need help with a car repair bill, making rent, a doctor’s bill, groceries, gas, a mortgage payment, affording your medication, a bus card, or any other financial situation - please be in touch. We have financial resources available. Please contact a minister/staff member.
Mental Health Connect - www.mhconnect.org - Need help finding a therapist? Want to learn more about particular mental health conditions and resources? Check out Mental Health Connect, a local organization supported by congregations like ours, that provides community-based resources, support and education to improve access to mental health services and connect individuals and families with the services they need.
Counseling - The Walk In Counseling Center offers free counseling by phone or computer. Find out how to “walk in” on their website.
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Contact Us
First Universalist Church of Minneapolis
3400 Dupont Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-825 1701
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