Drop-In Discussions are virtual! We meet on Tuesday nights from 6:30-7:30pm. Look on the First Universalist homepage for details and a link, or click the Zoom meeting link in this blurb title!
- This Week: Open Topic
Join us for our periodic break from a pre-determined discussion topic to allow us to relax together and share our concerns, wishes, ideas and dreams and listen thoughtfully to one another.
- Next Week: Understanding the White Working Class
This discussion will delve into the ideas presented in the book, White Working Class: Overcoming Class Cluelessness in America, by Joan C. Williams. These ideas include: Just who is the white working class? Why do they resent the poor and admire the rich? Why don't they buck up and go to college, or move to where the jobs are. Are they racist? Janus Mary Jones will lead the discussion.
Weekly Midweek Meditation sessions are back up each Wednesday at 11:30am! Look on the
First Universalist homepage for details and a link!
Thursday, Feb. 24 | Eastman at Washington Square
Mbira dzeMugomo Guru
Eastman at Washington Square Concerts take place on Thursdays at 12:15 to 12:45pm in our sanctuary. February 24 is "Mbira dzeMugomo Guru": This world music ensemble will share music Shona spiritual tradition from Zimbabwe to entertain and delight Washington Square listeners! Admission is free! Please wear a mask and do not bring food or drink into the sanctuary with you.
Beginning Mar. 10 | Adult Faith Development Series
based on "Healing Resistance" by Kazu Haga
Have you been craving a deep dive into the intersection of justice, faith and our world today? A chance to explore issues through discussion, allow ourselves to be changed and move toward next steps together? Mark your calendars for this 10-session program on Thursdays 10:30am to noon from March 10 through May 19 (off March 30). Sessions will meet on Zoom and be co-facilitated by Rev. Michelle Yates and Pam Jacobstein. Contact Rev. Michelle with questions or to sign up at
edu@uuroc.org.
A Message from the COVID Task Force
We are thrilled that we have been able to return to worshiping in our beautiful sanctuary. When we are together we will need to continue to follow safety protocols that include KN95 masks, full vaccination and social distancing. Those who are eligible for booster vaccine should arrange to have this additional protection since it makes a difference in protection against the consequences of Omicron infection. If you have questions/comments, please drop us an email or call us. We want to hear from you!
covid@uuroc.org
SGM Openings: Opportunities for Connection
Are you feeling disconnected? Small Group Ministry is designed to foster connection and caring, spiritual growth and development, and to strengthen the fabric of our church community by exploring various topics. Each group is led by a trained facilitator and will meet via Zoom through the winter.
Three of our Small Group Ministry groups have openings for new members starting immediately!
- Every other Monday at 1pm
- 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 7pm
- Every other Thursday at 7pm
Interested in joining? Take a look at the description on our website
uuroc.org, complete the survey regarding your interest and availability, OR email Rev. Michelle at
SGM@uuroc.org.
Civil Rights Heritage Park - "Buy A Brick" Campaign!
Join in creating a legacy walk by donating a brick. We'll help you design a brick that will lift up an African American who has made a
difference in the Black Freedom Struggle.The Minister Franklin D. Florence Civil Rights Heritage Park will illuminate the lives and unmute voices of our African ancestors, Rochesterians and others who worked for racial justice. The park will present the story of the Black Freedom Struggle in an innovative urban space for learning, dialogue and reflection. It will be located in the 14605 zip code where much of the grassroots organizing took place in the Black community. It is also the location where the 1964 three-day uprising began, out of the frustration over horrific housing conditions, high unemployment, and structural barriers to progress. Questions? Contact: Elizabeth Osta at 585-451-5822 To complete your order online, please visit:
thatsmybrick.com/civilrightshp
