UUFA Sunday Service Schedule
All services begin at 11 a. m. unless noted otherwise.
January 22 – Herding the Ox
We'll explore the ten ox-herding pictures symbolic of Zen Buddhism's path to enlightenment, or finding the true self.
Service led by Rev. Alison Eskildsen and coordinated by Dr. David Jarrett
January 29 – Connections
Why we need them, how to develop them, how to sustain them.
Talk between Barb Schell and Mary Jean Hartel, distant friends from high school.
February 5 - Poems, Prayers, and Promises
No longer content with a faith based on dogma and creed, many people are seeking alternative approaches to spiritual practice. How do we nurture that part of ourselves that longs for meaning in human existence? Perhaps it is as simple as poems, prayers and promises.
Service led by Reverend Amy Kindred and coordinated by Myrna Adams West
February 12 - Wherefore Art Thou, Authority?
Without a single defining scripture or tradition, where do Unitarian Universalists turn for religious authority?
Service led Rev. Alison Eskildsen and coordinated by Mary Jean Hartel
February 19 - PoUUncing on Poverty with Heads, Hearts, and Hands
Bring your heads, hearts, and hands, and join in as UUFA begins our congregation-wide initiative in honor of Ray MacNair to make a difference in reducing poverty in the Athens community.
Guest Speaker Linda Lloyd, Athens Economic Justice with Karen Solheim
February 26 - 288 Musicians: Music Ministry Then and Now
What role does music play in the life of our congregation? in worship? in fellowship? We will honor our past, hear current perspectives, and imagine new possibilities in this musical service about music.
Service led by Amber Fetner, Music Director, and the Chalice Choir
PAST SERVICES
Join the Chalice Choir and musical guests as we observe the longest night through music, verse, ritual and silence.
Childcare will be provided.
A bake sale and fellowship hour will follow the service.
Service led Amber Fetner, Music Director
December 24 – Christmas Eve Service, 6 pm
Make your spirits bright with carols, readings, and candles as we herald messengers of hope.
Service led by Rev. Alison Eskildsen
December 25 – The Songs of Christmas
It's Christmas Day! Come sing Christmas Carols and hear stories of their origin.
Service led by Myrna Adams West and Herb West
January 1 – Every Exit Is an EntranceWith each new year comes a chance for new beginnings, releasing what no longer serves and embracing that which does. As we exit the old year, come celebrate the entrance of the new year by participating in our traditional burning bowl service.
Service led Karen Solheim and coordinated by Dr. David Jarret
January 8 – Living and Dying
Let's face it. Death is the price we must pay for the gift of life.
Service led by Rev. Alison Eskildsen and Patty Freeman-Lynde
January 15 – Free From Poverty
Freedom depends upon the amount of control we have over our lives. Poverty limits our choices.
Service led by Rev. Alison Eskildsen and coordinated by Herb West
