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1 UUA Days of Observation: Pride Month UUA Days of Observation: Pride Month All Day Let’s celebrate Pride Month! June is celebrated as Pride in honor of the Stonewall Riots although Pride events occur all year round. It also marks the month that same-sex marriage was legalized in the United States. Pride Month is part of the UUA Welcoming Days of Observance. These days and seasons are important to LGB , ... 9:15 a.m. First Sunday Forum: “How to Ensure Your Congregation Is Truly Trans Welcoming” 9:15 a.m. First Sunday Forum: “How to Ensure Your Congregation Is Truly Trans Welcoming” 9:15 am - 10:15 pm June 1 at 9:15 a.m. in the AWE Room at UUFA. Let’s explore the understanding of the current political assault on trans people, how to respond to anti-trans information, and how to create more safety and belonging for trans people and their families in our congregation through a three-part First Sunday Forum series from , ... 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship & Religious Exploration 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship & Religious Exploration 10:30 am - 11:30 am Look for this month’s worship topics here. You can always find that info also on the UUFA News page. For details on this week and month in UUFA Religious Exploration, click here. For questions about all Religious Exploration programs at UUFA, connect with Dir. of Religious Exploration Kahla Childers. For more in , ... 11:30 a.m. Community & Conversation (Multi-Platform) 11:30 a.m. Community & Conversation (Multi-Platform) 11:30 am Click here to join Coffee & Conversation. Shortly after the morning worship service ends, connect with others to share not only your thoughts about the service but also about what is happening in the world in general and your life in particular. We enjoy snacks, talking, and participation in activities such as sing , ... 12:30 p.m. Historical Jesus Book Discussion Group 12:30 p.m. Historical Jesus Book Discussion Group 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Do you want to learn more about the historical Jesus? Based on historical research, much is now known about his life and his teachings and how they fit into the context of his time. In this group, we will read and discuss various perspectives by scholars about the historical Jesus. We will not address Christian theolo , ...
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4 8:45 a.m. Morning Meditation (Virtual) 8:45 a.m. Morning Meditation (Virtual) 8:45 am - 9:00 am You are invited to start your morning with 15 minutes of virtual meditation from 8:45 to 9 a.m. For the link, join the group in Realm/Connect, and then look for the meeting under “My Events.” Need help connecting, call the office. (706-546-7914, ext. 5) , ... 5:30 p.m. Community Potluck — Every 2nd Wed. is Simple Supper! 5:30 p.m. Community Potluck — Every 2nd Wed. is Simple Supper! 5:30 pm All are welcome to join together for Simple Supper every second Wednesday! Bring a potluck shared dish or RSVP with Kahla for a simple provided meal. Include number of folx attending in your group and any dietary restrictions. In addition to Simple Supper once a month, every Wednesday join in the community conversation , ... 5:30 p.m. Palms of Fire Drum Circle [No meeting June 11!] 5:30 p.m. Palms of Fire Drum Circle [No meeting June 11!] 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm The Palms of Fire Drum Circle, under the guidance of Music Director Amber Fetner, focuses on West African drumming although other musical traditions and instruments are also explored. No prior drumming experience is necessary, and you don’t even need to bring a drum. Contact Amber for more information. Music brin , ... 7 p.m. Chalice Choir Practice [No meeting June 11!] 7 p.m. Chalice Choir Practice [No meeting June 11!] 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm UUFA Music Director Amber Fetner Music brings us together and nourishes our bodies and spirits, so it is an important part of worship at UUFA. Choir is open to all, but everyone who participates must show proof of being fully vaccinated. Contact Music Director Amber Fetner with any questions or concerns. We choos , ...
5 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi and Qigong (Virtual) 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi and Qigong (Virtual) 9:30 am - 10:30 am Mind as well as body come into play in Jackie and Bill Pierson’s Thursday morning Tai Chi and Qigong sessions. With guidance from Jackie and Bill, participants learn and practice self-massage, breathing exercises, and simple moves for meditation, balance, and fitness. This group meetings virtually most Thursday , ...
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8 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship & Religious Exploration 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship & Religious Exploration 10:30 am - 11:30 am Look for this month’s worship topics here. You can always find that info also on the UUFA News page. For details on this week and month in UUFA Religious Exploration, click here. For questions about all Religious Exploration programs at UUFA, connect with Dir. of Religious Exploration Kahla Childers. For more in , ... 11:30 a.m. Community & Conversation (Multi-Platform) 11:30 a.m. Community & Conversation (Multi-Platform) 11:30 am Click here to join Coffee & Conversation. Shortly after the morning worship service ends, connect with others to share not only your thoughts about the service but also about what is happening in the world in general and your life in particular. We enjoy snacks, talking, and participation in activities such as sing , ... 11:30 a.m. Getting to Know UU Fellowship of Athens 11:30 a.m. Getting to Know UU Fellowship of Athens 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Are you new to the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens? Are you new to UUism? Do you have questions about the worship service? UUFA is where questioning can be the answer! Drop-in and meet some long-time members, meet others who are exploring, and get your questions answered at this next Getting to Know UU Fell , ...
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11 8:45 a.m. Morning Meditation (Virtual) 8:45 a.m. Morning Meditation (Virtual) 8:45 am - 9:00 am You are invited to start your morning with 15 minutes of virtual meditation from 8:45 to 9 a.m. For the link, join the group in Realm/Connect, and then look for the meeting under “My Events.” Need help connecting, call the office. (706-546-7914, ext. 5) , ... 5:30 p.m. Community Potluck — Every 2nd Wed. is Simple Supper! 5:30 p.m. Community Potluck — Every 2nd Wed. is Simple Supper! 5:30 pm All are welcome to join together for Simple Supper every second Wednesday! Bring a potluck shared dish or RSVP with Kahla for a simple provided meal. Include number of folx attending in your group and any dietary restrictions. In addition to Simple Supper once a month, every Wednesday join in the community conversation , ... 5:30 p.m. Palms of Fire Drum Circle [No meeting June 11!] 5:30 p.m. Palms of Fire Drum Circle [No meeting June 11!] 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm The Palms of Fire Drum Circle, under the guidance of Music Director Amber Fetner, focuses on West African drumming although other musical traditions and instruments are also explored. No prior drumming experience is necessary, and you don’t even need to bring a drum. Contact Amber for more information. Music brin , ... 6:30 p.m. Hot Corner Celebration Morton Theatre Worship Service, led by Rev. Pippin — 6:30 p.m. Hot Corner Celebration Morton Theatre Worship Service, led by Rev. Pippin — 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm UUFA’s minister Rev. Dr. Pippin Whitaker has been asked to lead worship at the Morton at 6:30 p.m. on June 11 as part of a city-wide revival during the annual Hot Corner Celebration. Members of the UUFA choir will be participating. All UUFA members and friends are encouraged to attend! For over 20 years, the Hot Corne , ... 6:30 p.m. Summer Solstice Celebration in Song and Dance 6:30 p.m. Summer Solstice Celebration in Song and Dance 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm All are invited to the June 22 Summer Solstice Celebration in Song and Dance beginning at 6:30 p.m. We circle to celebrate the changing of the seasons as people of all faiths have through time as we meet in the Fellowship Hall to sing and move together, as willing and able, with simple sacred songs drawn from Dances o , ... 7 p.m. Chalice Choir Practice [No meeting June 11!] 7 p.m. Chalice Choir Practice [No meeting June 11!] 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm UUFA Music Director Amber Fetner Music brings us together and nourishes our bodies and spirits, so it is an important part of worship at UUFA. Choir is open to all, but everyone who participates must show proof of being fully vaccinated. Contact Music Director Amber Fetner with any questions or concerns. We choos , ...
12 UUA Day of Observation: Pulse Night of Remembrance UUA Day of Observation: Pulse Night of Remembrance All Day June 12 is annual day of remembrance for the loss of 49 people in the Pulse Nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016. The Pulse Night of Remembrance is part of the UUA Welcoming Days of Observance. These days and seasons are important to LGBTQ+ / TGQNB communities because they bring visibility , ... 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi and Qigong (Virtual) 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi and Qigong (Virtual) 9:30 am - 10:30 am Mind as well as body come into play in Jackie and Bill Pierson’s Thursday morning Tai Chi and Qigong sessions. With guidance from Jackie and Bill, participants learn and practice self-massage, breathing exercises, and simple moves for meditation, balance, and fitness. This group meetings virtually most Thursday , ... 6:30 p.m. Racial Justice Team (Virtual) No meeting in July! 6:30 p.m. Racial Justice Team (Virtual) No meeting in July! 6:30 pm This group is exploring UUFA’s goal of “engaging in dismantling white supremacy including the intersectional aspects of environmental and economic injustice.” The RJT meets every second Thursday virtually on zoom at 6:30 p.m. for around an hour. Here are some of the discussions happening and initiatives this team , ...
13 6:00 p.m. Book signing for Rev. Brandan Robertson’s forthcoming book, Queer and Christian: Reclaiming Our Bible, Our Faith, and Our Place at the Table 6:00 p.m. Book signing for Rev. Brandan Robertson’s forthcoming book, Queer and Christian: Reclaiming Our Bible, Our Faith, and Our Place at the Table 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm PFLAG Athens Area along with the UUFA Social Action Justice Team and Alphabet Family is honored to welcome Rev. Brandan Robertson for a special event on Friday, June 13, from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. at UUFA as part of the Queer & Christian Book Tour. This gathering will feature a moderated discussion with Brandan about , ...
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15 9:15a.m. UUFA Forum 9:15a.m. UUFA Forum 9:15 am - 10:15 am Always interesting, and often lively! Every third Sunday! Join the group on the Connect app to receive monthly topic updates and the link to join virtually. For further information, email justice@uuathensga.org. Not Connected? Talk to Meredyth about becoming a member (members@uuathensga.org). , ... 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship & Religious Exploration 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship & Religious Exploration 10:30 am - 11:30 am Look for this month’s worship topics here. You can always find that info also on the UUFA News page. For details on this week and month in UUFA Religious Exploration, click here. For questions about all Religious Exploration programs at UUFA, connect with Dir. of Religious Exploration Kahla Childers. For more in , ... 11:30 a.m. Community & Conversation (Multi-Platform) 11:30 a.m. Community & Conversation (Multi-Platform) 11:30 am Click here to join Coffee & Conversation. Shortly after the morning worship service ends, connect with others to share not only your thoughts about the service but also about what is happening in the world in general and your life in particular. We enjoy snacks, talking, and participation in activities such as sing , ... 12 p.m. Peace Advocacy Team 12 p.m. Peace Advocacy Team 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Join the Peace Advocacy Team as we explore projects to create more peace at home, in our schools and community, and the world. Meets most 3rd Sundays. Look for this team on Realm/Connect. Need help joining? Call the office or reach out through justice@uuathensga.org. , ... 12:30 p.m. Historical Jesus Book Discussion Group 12:30 p.m. Historical Jesus Book Discussion Group 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Do you want to learn more about the historical Jesus? Based on historical research, much is now known about his life and his teachings and how they fit into the context of his time. In this group, we will read and discuss various perspectives by scholars about the historical Jesus. We will not address Christian theolo , ... 2 p.m. Goddess Group 2 p.m. Goddess Group 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Goddess Group, a circle of persons who identify as female, gathers monthly to study “Thealogy,” the feminine aspect of the Divine. During third Sunday afternoon gatherings, the group uses curricula designed by the UU Women’s Federation and other women-centered organizations and individuals to explore their inner go , ...
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17 6:30 p.m. Board of Trustees 6:30 p.m. Board of Trustees 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm In keeping with the fifth UU Principle, “the right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large,” UUFA offers members a chance to visit its monthly Board meetings, held either virtually or in-person at UUFA. If you have something you wish to share with the Board , ...
18 8:45 a.m. Morning Meditation (Virtual) 8:45 a.m. Morning Meditation (Virtual) 8:45 am - 9:00 am You are invited to start your morning with 15 minutes of virtual meditation from 8:45 to 9 a.m. For the link, join the group in Realm/Connect, and then look for the meeting under “My Events.” Need help connecting, call the office. (706-546-7914, ext. 5) , ... 5:30 p.m. Community Potluck — Every 2nd Wed. is Simple Supper! 5:30 p.m. Community Potluck — Every 2nd Wed. is Simple Supper! 5:30 pm All are welcome to join together for Simple Supper every second Wednesday! Bring a potluck shared dish or RSVP with Kahla for a simple provided meal. Include number of folx attending in your group and any dietary restrictions. In addition to Simple Supper once a month, every Wednesday join in the community conversation , ... 5:30 p.m. Palms of Fire Drum Circle [No meeting June 11!] 5:30 p.m. Palms of Fire Drum Circle [No meeting June 11!] 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm The Palms of Fire Drum Circle, under the guidance of Music Director Amber Fetner, focuses on West African drumming although other musical traditions and instruments are also explored. No prior drumming experience is necessary, and you don’t even need to bring a drum. Contact Amber for more information. Music brin , ... 7 p.m. Chalice Choir Practice [No meeting June 11!] 7 p.m. Chalice Choir Practice [No meeting June 11!] 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm UUFA Music Director Amber Fetner Music brings us together and nourishes our bodies and spirits, so it is an important part of worship at UUFA. Choir is open to all, but everyone who participates must show proof of being fully vaccinated. Contact Music Director Amber Fetner with any questions or concerns. We choos , ...
19 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi and Qigong (Virtual) 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi and Qigong (Virtual) 9:30 am - 10:30 am Mind as well as body come into play in Jackie and Bill Pierson’s Thursday morning Tai Chi and Qigong sessions. With guidance from Jackie and Bill, participants learn and practice self-massage, breathing exercises, and simple moves for meditation, balance, and fitness. This group meetings virtually most Thursday , ... 3 p.m. Juneteenth Music and Arts Festival (an AADM Justice Partner event) 3 p.m. Juneteenth Music and Arts Festival (an AADM Justice Partner event) 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join in the Athens-Clarke County Juneteenth Celebration at Athens City Hall on June 19 from 3 to 7 p.m. Indulge in live performances, food, and tons of fun! See you there! This annual celebration commemorates the Day of Freedom—Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the , ...
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22 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship & Religious Exploration 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship & Religious Exploration 10:30 am - 11:30 am Look for this month’s worship topics here. You can always find that info also on the UUFA News page. For details on this week and month in UUFA Religious Exploration, click here. For questions about all Religious Exploration programs at UUFA, connect with Dir. of Religious Exploration Kahla Childers. For more in , ... 11:30 a.m. Community & Conversation (Multi-Platform) 11:30 a.m. Community & Conversation (Multi-Platform) 11:30 am Click here to join Coffee & Conversation. Shortly after the morning worship service ends, connect with others to share not only your thoughts about the service but also about what is happening in the world in general and your life in particular. We enjoy snacks, talking, and participation in activities such as sing , ... 1:00 p.m. Compassionate Presence in Times of Strain 1:00 p.m. Compassionate Presence in Times of Strain 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm All are invited to attend the a workshop–Compassionate Presence in Times of Strain–on Saturday, June 22, from 1 to 3 p.m. Perhaps you wonder how you can show up for a friend or family going through serious illness, fear, or loss; or perhaps you find yourself confronted with people holding intense views, angry at you or , ... 6:30 p.m. Summer Solstice Celebration in Song and Dance 6:30 p.m. Summer Solstice Celebration in Song and Dance 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm All are invited to celebrate the change of season. On Sunday, June 22, at 6:30 p.m., UUFA will host a summer solstice-centered collection of selections from Dances of Universal Peace. No dance experience is needed, all voices are welcome, and live music will accompany the dances. Move your body; move your spirit. Ligh , ... 7 p.m. Alphabet Family (Virtual) 7 p.m. Alphabet Family (Virtual) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm The Alphabet Family invites UUFA folx who identify anywhere on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum to gather for fun and fellowship, usually on the fourth Sunday evening of every month. Contact the coordinators for more information or connect with the group on Realm/Connect. Aren’t Connected? Contact the office 706-546-7914, , ...
23 7 p.m. Earth Ministry Team 7 p.m. Earth Ministry Team 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Meets on the fourth Monday of each month. Earth Ministry encompasses UUFA work in worship and celebration of Earth, education in environmental issues, sustainability habits, and environmental justice. Join this group in Connect to receive details about meetings and the link to join virtually. Not Connected?! Contact Me , ...
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25 8:45 a.m. Morning Meditation (Virtual) 8:45 a.m. Morning Meditation (Virtual) 8:45 am - 9:00 am You are invited to start your morning with 15 minutes of virtual meditation from 8:45 to 9 a.m. For the link, join the group in Realm/Connect, and then look for the meeting under “My Events.” Need help connecting, call the office. (706-546-7914, ext. 5) , ... 5:30 p.m. Community Potluck — Every 2nd Wed. is Simple Supper! 5:30 p.m. Community Potluck — Every 2nd Wed. is Simple Supper! 5:30 pm All are welcome to join together for Simple Supper every second Wednesday! Bring a potluck shared dish or RSVP with Kahla for a simple provided meal. Include number of folx attending in your group and any dietary restrictions. In addition to Simple Supper once a month, every Wednesday join in the community conversation , ... 5:30 p.m. Palms of Fire Drum Circle [No meeting June 11!] 5:30 p.m. Palms of Fire Drum Circle [No meeting June 11!] 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm The Palms of Fire Drum Circle, under the guidance of Music Director Amber Fetner, focuses on West African drumming although other musical traditions and instruments are also explored. No prior drumming experience is necessary, and you don’t even need to bring a drum. Contact Amber for more information. Music brin , ... 7 p.m. Chalice Choir Practice [No meeting June 11!] 7 p.m. Chalice Choir Practice [No meeting June 11!] 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm UUFA Music Director Amber Fetner Music brings us together and nourishes our bodies and spirits, so it is an important part of worship at UUFA. Choir is open to all, but everyone who participates must show proof of being fully vaccinated. Contact Music Director Amber Fetner with any questions or concerns. We choos , ...
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28 UUA Day of Observation: Stonewall Riots Anniversary UUA Day of Observation: Stonewall Riots Anniversary All Day June 28 is the annual day of remembrance of the Stonewall Riots that are described as the start of the Trans and Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. The remembrance of the Stonewall Riots annually is part of the UUA Welcoming Days of Observance. These days and seasons are important to LGBTQ+ / TGQNB communiti , ...

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