First Unitarian Church of Dallas

Worth and Dignity Engagement (WADE) with legendary blues musician Zac Harmon
2025-07-05 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
First Unitarian Church of Dallas is proud to present the next offering in our Worth and Dignity Engagements (WADE) series on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at 5:30 PM, featuring acclaimed blues musician Zac Harmon.
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The evening promises a soul-stirring blend of music and narrative. Harmon will perform selections from his extensive catalog and share stories rooted in his Mississippi upbringing and lifelong immersion in the blues.
Zac Harmon is a Grammy-nominated, award-winning guitarist, singer, and songwriter, hailed as one of the foremost contemporary torchbearers of the blues tradition. Born in Jackson, Mississippi, home to legends like Elmore James, Harmon’s roots run deep.
Blues Revue called Harmon “a masterful musician and performer of the blues.” Blues journalist Don Wilcock referred to his “Bobby Blue Bland uptown sophistication with a touch of Freddie King guitar.”
And JazzReview said, “With his big blues sound from Mississippi, Harmon can go toe to toe with some of the best blues men in the business. Please don’t be shy, go ahead and mention Harmon’s name in the same sentence with Bobby “Blue” Bland, Albert King and Bobby Rush—just to name a few.”
Zac Harmon tours both nationally and internationally as an ambassador of this great American music art form called the Blues. His live shows are a non-stop low down throwdown as he brings audiences to their feet with his irresistible passion and enthusiasm.
This WADE evening offers a unique chance to connect with the living legacy of blues music and to reflect on how music tells stories of dignity, struggle, and resilience.
Worth and Dignity Engagements (WADE) at First Unitarian Church of Dallas are special evenings of artistic and spiritual depth, designed to elevate voices, share wisdom, and open pathways for deeper understanding of the human experience.
Free event. All are welcome.
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Staff Musician Recital
2025-07-20 13:00 - 13:45 | TX
Join staff musicians Alan Dyer, Alicia Martinez, Diönynsus Henderson, Grant Wareham, and Andrea Weidemann for an informal 45-minute program of music and songs from opera, broadway, and even Disney.
A light lunch will be available to all attendees. Please register in Realm for a proper headcount. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

Sacred or Profane?: Worship and Theater through Millennia
2025-08-06 17:30 - 19:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Wednesday, August 6th
5:30pm – 7pm, Sanctuary
Join our minister-in-residence, Adam Lawrence Dyer, PhD candidate in Religious Studies at University of Virginia, for a discussion with Rev. T. J. about the relationship between the sacred arts and theatrical arts across millennia, culture, class, and context. Adam’s research interests and publications include constitutional First Amendment rights and the history of Unitarian Universalism and the wider free-church tradition. He brings his vast experience as a composer, performer, and author to his research and to his work with our congregations and Adam may share some of those performing gifts with us! We hope you will join us for a wonderful evening.

Racial Equity Pledge Commitment - Luncheon Event
2025-08-10 12:15 - 13:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Making or Renewing Your Commitment to Racial Equity
Sunday, August 10, 12:15 pm
Channing Hall, Lunch will be provided.
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Our church’s Racial Equity Pledge is important. It has been signed by hundreds of our members and stands as an important part of the spiritual life of our church and its members.
This event, planned by the youth members of the Racial Equity Task Force, will give you the opportunity to ponder, renew, or make your first commitment to racial equity at our church and beyond. You will be invited to pause, consider, and critically examine your personal commitment to advancing racial equity within our community, encouraging deeper engagement, awareness, and action. We hope you will attend!

Connection Sunday
2025-09-14 10:30 - 13:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
With the start of a new church year, now is the perfect time to find your special place within our church community! Join us for an opportunity to connect with groups and service opportunities in the church.
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All Church Picnic
2025-09-28 12:00 - 14:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Sunday September 28, 2025, immediately following the 11 am service.
Join us for the First Unitarian Church of Dallas’ All-Church Picnic as we kick off the new church year! This gathering is open to members, friends, and families of all ages. Come enjoy delicious food as we celebrate community and connection together. Bring your picnic spirit and we’ll bring the rest!
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Trinity River Talk for World Rivers Day with Amy Martin
2025-09-28 14:00 - 15:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Sunday, September 28th, 2 – 3:30 pm
First Unitarian of Dallas
4015 Normandy Ave, Dallas, TX 75205
Trinity River Talk for World Rivers Day with Amy Martin
Followed by a discussion with Rich Grayson & Fouad Jaber
Sponsored by First Church’s Climate Action Team and Ned Fritz Legacy.
The Trinity River: The Watery Tie that Binds North Texas
There is only one river in North Texas: the Trinity. Once rejected and forgotten, paid attention to only when it floods, the Trinity is transforming from a place of refuse to refuge.
We’ll take a tour of the Trinity’s four forks—Clear, East, Elm, and West—exploring each one’s unique characteristics, plus the nature preserves and attractions they are home to. This riverine network is home to the Trinity River Paddling Trail https://trinitycoalition.org/paddling-trail/, a National Park Service recreation trail with over 120 miles of floating fun.
The talk concludes with a brief overview of our river follies, including the time when the West Fork was known as the River of Death, the misguided attempts to turn it into a barge canal that was thwarted by Ned Fritz https://nedfritz.com/, and the absurd idea to place a freeway in its floodplain, which took over a decade to be abandoned. Yet there are more Trinity indignities in the works.
In celebration of World Rivers Day, after the talk Amy will moderate a discussion with Rich Grayson of the Texas Rivers Protection Association https://txrivers.org and Texas Stream Team https://www.meadowscenter.txst.edu/…/texasstreamteam.html/, and Fouad Jaber, professor of biological and agricultural engineering at Texas A&M University. Both are members of First Unitarian of Dallas, as was Ned Fritz.
Photo by Daniel Koglin.

Aging Well Series: End of Life Planning with Deborah Burkham
2025-09-30 13:30 - 15:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
As part of our Aging Well Series, we are pleased to present “End of Life Planning” by Deborah Burkham from The Senior Source.
Come learn about the important information you need to help you and your loved ones with end of life planning.
Topics to include Powers of Attorney, wills, probate, and much more……
We hope you can join us!
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CANCELLED: We Are One With Mother Earth with Zara Monrroy
2025-10-17 18:00 - 19:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Due to complications with international travel logistics, Zara will unfortunately not be able to be here. We are so sorry for this change in plans. We, like so many of you, were so looking forward to learning from Zara.
If you still wish to be in community this Friday, leaders of Earth Centered Spirituality will hold space for meditation, chanting, ritual, and connection at the scheduled time and location.

Brunch in Community
2025-10-19 10:30 - 13:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Sunday, October 19, 2025, after both services, Channing Social Hall
Let the congregation’s youth serve you Brunch In Community this Sunday! Pay-what-you-want toward this important youth fundraiser. There will be gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options available. All proceeds go to the 9th grade Boston Heritage Trip and the YRUU Justice Learning Trip.
Can’t make it this Sunday and still want to support our Odyssey & YRUUers? Click HERE to donate so we can ensure our youth are able to enjoy these amazing opportunities.”

Realm Training for Church Members
2025-10-19 13:00 - 14:15 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Sunday, October 19, 20251:00 – 2:15 pm, Hallman Room 305
Want to get more comfortable using Realm, our church app and communication platform?
Join Sharon Thompson, Director of Membership & Hospitality, for a training session where you’ll learn the basic how-to’s, discover helpful features, and get your questions answered.
Tired of receiving too many email notifications—or wish you got more of the ones that matter? We’ll also show you how to adjust your email and notification settings so Realm works best for you.
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First Unitarian Church of Dallas Memorial Concert
2025-11-02 17:00 - 18:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
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First Unitarian Church Sanctuary Choir
Grant Wareham, Director
Alan Dyer, Organ
Alicia Martinez, Soprano
Jonathan Greeer, Baritone
First Unitarian Chamber Orchestra
The Sanctuary Choir presents this concert in remembrance in memory of our departed loved ones.
The music you’ll experience is lush and beautiful and provides a varied emotional landscape of light, love and hope, as well as deep sorrow and dread. Our 50-voice choir will be joined by a 19-piece chamber orchestra on the stage, along with the organ in the balcony for Gabriel Fauré’s stunning requiem.
Repertoire:
We Hold a World – Richard Scher & Rev. T.J. FitzGerald
Precious Lord, Take My Hand – arr. Arnold Sevier
Requiem – Gabriel Fauré
$100 donations from many have traditionally funded this concert; we are grateful for any generous donation within your means.
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Crafty Bake Sale
2025-11-23 08:45 - 13:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Join us for the Crafty Bake Sale!
This annual fundraiser, organized by the Women’s Alliances, supports both church and community organizations through the collective efforts of our talented bakers, crafters, and volunteers.
Last year, the event raised $8,000, benefiting groups such as the Center for Reproductive Rights, Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center, Texas Equal Access Fund, and Truth Pregnancy Resource Center, among others. Your participation helps us continue this tradition of giving and generosity.
Everyone is invited—church members, friends, and guests alike! Browse an incredible selection of handmade crafts and homemade baked goods, perfect for holiday gifting or personal treats. Every purchase directly supports vital causes within our community.

Holiday Luncheon & Celebration for Members 70 and Better
2025-12-06 12:30 - 15:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Exclusively for church members 70 and better, a festive afternoon of great food, socializing and holiday caroling. Look for the invite in your email inbox!
To Volunteer to help at the celebration: If you can bake cookies, assemble cookie tins, drive attendees, decorate, host, set up, clean up, photograph the event, and/or deliver cookie tins click here to sign up.

Hanging of the Greens
2025-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
🎄 Get ready to deck the halls and jingle all the way to our annual “Hanging of the Greens” extravaganza! The Hanging of the Greens isn’t really about sprucing up our space for the season; it’s about bringing our vibrant community together to take part in a joyful tradition. Bring your holiday spirit and let’s make merry memories together!
The evening will include skits from our ministers, special music, games, interactive elements for the kids, and cookies & punch from the Women’s Alliances. Don’t miss it!
Holiday of Hope Gift Drive for Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center
Help bring joy to children in need this season by supporting our Holiday of Hope toy drive for Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center.
Drop off new, unwrapped toys at Hanging of the Greens on Saturday, December 6 or at church on Sunday, December 7 to help bring comfort and joy to children and families experiencing child abuse in our community.
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Parish Meeting - December 2025
2025-12-14 12:30 - 13:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Voting members are invited to enjoy pizza, hear updates from church leaders, vote on the 2025 budget, and celebrate the 2025 elected leaders. There will also be an update from the Strategic Planning Steering Team.
Childcare is available for this event. Click here to register.

All Generations | Christmas Eve | 5 pm
2025-12-24 17:00 - 18:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Bring your family and friends and celebrate Christmas Eve with us. All are welcome for this multi-generational service!
In-person and livestream at 5 pm CST.
View the complete holiday schedule here.

Candlelight & Communion | Christmas Eve | 7 pm
2025-12-24 19:00 - 20:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
A quiet, reflective service. All are invited to receive communion.
In-person worship only, no livestream.
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The Fire This Time | Return to Who You Are | Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
2026-01-04 09:30 - 12:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
We begin the year with our annual burning ritual. In honoring the UU value of transformation, we let go of what no longer serves us—making room for new commitments and deeper truths
Rev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching. Music provided by Jesse Chavez, trumpet and Grant Wareham, organ.
Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
Return to Who You Are Series
At the turning of the year, we pause to rediscover what matters most to us beneath the noise of daily life. Rooted in the Unitarian Universalist shared values, this series invites us into a spiritual homecoming in which we will reflect on the values that shape us.
Through ritual, reflection, and community, we will release what no longer serves us, opening space for transformation. We will honor our pluralism, embrace our call to justice and equity, recognize our deep interdependence, and embody generosity as a way of being. At the center of it all, we return to love as a daily practice that grounds and sustains us.

The Name of Love | Return to Who You Are | Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
2026-01-05 00:00 | TX
We reflect on the UU values of justice and equity by celebrating the ministry and movement shaped by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and those he inspired.
Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter is preaching. Music provided by Kindred Voices.
Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
Return to Who You Are Series
At the turning of the year, we pause to rediscover what matters most to us beneath the noise of daily life. Rooted in the Unitarian Universalist shared values, this series invites us into a spiritual homecoming in which we will reflect on the values that shape us.
Through ritual, reflection, and community, we will release what no longer serves us, opening space for transformation. We will honor our pluralism, embrace our call to justice and equity, recognize our deep interdependence, and embody generosity as a way of being. At the center of it all, we return to love as a daily practice that grounds and sustains us.

Meet and Greet Q&A with Jerry Hawkins, new Director of Equity Initiatives
2026-01-11 12:30 - 13:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Sunday, January 11
12:30 pm, Crow Library
Our newest member of the staff, Jerry Hawkins, Director of Equity Inititaives wants to meet you. All are welcome at this informal time to ask Jerry questions and get to know more about his work here at the church.
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Connection Sunday
2026-01-18 10:30 - 13:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
With the start of a new year, now is the perfect time to find your special place within our church community! Join us for an opportunity to connect with groups and service opportunities in the church.
Make sure to bring your mobile device with the Realm Connect app to make connecting with groups even easier!

CANCELLED Racial Equity 101 with Jerry Hawkins
2026-01-25 12:30 - 13:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
DUE TO WEATHER, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. WE WILL PROVIDE UPDATES WHEN IT IS RESCHEDULED.
Jerry Hawkins, Director of Equity Initiatives, will lead a time of engagement and learning around what the work for racial equity means in our area, in our church, and in our lives. This program will be offered throughout the year if you can’t make this one.

Brunch in Community
2026-02-01 10:30 - 13:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Pay-what-you-want toward this important youth fundraiser. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options. Proceeds go to the 9th grade Boston Heritage Trip and the YRUU Justice Learning Trip.
Can’t make it this Sunday and still want to support our Odyssey & YRUUers? Click HERE to donate so we can ensure our youth are able to enjoy these amazing opportunities.

Aging Well Series: Planning Your Memorial
2026-02-01 12:30 - 13:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Join Rev T. J. FitzGerald and Jean Ann Powers to learn more about planning your memorial, the Raggio Memorial Garden, and having your name engraved on the stones.
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At the Pan-African Connection - Screening & Panel
2026-02-01 12:30 - 15:00 | Sanctuary, 4015 Normandy Ave, Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Sunday, February 1
12:30 – 3:00, Sanctuary
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At the Pan-African Connection explores a pressing question facing Black America today: as socioeconomic progress stalls, where do unity and equity now take root? Filmmaker Anthony Asota searches for answers inside a local Black-owned bookstore in Dallas, uncovering reflections on community, history, and the lingering impact of past decades.
The Racial Equity Task Force invites you to a screening of this important documentary, followed by a thought-provoking discussion with the film’s star, Akwete Tyehimba. The conversation will be led by one of the film’s producers Jerry Hawkins, Director of Equity Initiatives, alongside Frank Morris, Board Member and Racial Equity Task Force member, offering deeper perspective on the film’s themes and their relevance today.
Please enjoy Brunch in Community, a pay-what-you-want brunch served by the church’s youth and benefitting youth programs, in Channing before attending the screening.

Clay Cane - Discussion & Book Signing in partnership with Interabang Books
2026-02-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Sanctuary, 4015 Normandy Ave, Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Interabang Books, in partnership with First Unitarian Church of Dallas, welcomes Clay Cane for a discussion and signing of his new novel, Burn Down Master’s House.
Clay Cane is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, radio host, and political analyst. He hosts The Clay Cane Show on SiriusXM, reaching more than 3 million listeners weekly, and regularly appears on ABC, MSNBC, FOX, and CNN. His work has been featured in The Washington Post, CNN.com, and BET. He is also the author of The Grift and Live Through This.
The conversation will be moderated by Nicole Gordon, Metropolitan Dallas Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
This is a FREE event to attend. Some books will be available for purchase, but pre-orders are highly encouraged. Only books purchased through Interabang Books will be signed at the event.
Click here to pre-order. Select pick up at Interabang at checkout.

Ash Wednesday Service
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
We invite you to begin the season of Lent with us at our contemplative Ash Wednesday service, in which we reflect on our mortality from a Unitarian Universalist perspective. All are welcome to join us in the Sanctuary at 6:00 pm. In-person only.

Why Are You You? Film Screening & Discussion
2026-02-28 18:00 - 20:30 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Saturday, February 28 | 6:00 pm
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Join First Unitarian Church of Dallas for a screening and discussion of Why Are You You?, a feature documentary exploring the history and lasting impact of the Young Religious Unitarian Universalists (YRUU).

Why Are You You? traces the story of YRUU, a UU youth movement founded in 1983 where adolescents were encouraged to discover their authentic selves, build beloved community, and work for justice in the world. In this film, former participants reflect forty years later on how their YRUU experiences shaped who they became and how they still show up in the world today.

This special screening is timed to honor a meaningful piece of local UU history: for many years, First Unitarian Church of Dallas hosted a district-wide youth conference, or “youth rally,” that brought YRUU youth together from across the region. We invite current congregants, friends, and especially those who grew up in YRUU (or its predecessor LRY) to join us for this special night.

Mike Alves, who grew up in YRUU here in Texas and whose daughter Phoebe also graduated from YRUU, is curating a collection of YRUU photos and mementos to share at the event and is welcoming submissions from the wider community. If you have photos, memorabilia, or stories you’d like to contribute, please send them to yruudoc@gmail.com.

Whether you’re reconnecting with a formative chapter of your life or discovering this history for the first time, we hope you’ll join us for this meaningful screening and conversation.

New Families Gathering
2026-03-01 10:00 - 10:45 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Sunday, March 1 from 10 to 10:45 am
Children’s Commons. 2nd Floor, Hallman

Start growing your village at First Church! Join us for our New Families Gathering—an opportunity for families with children to get connected within the church community, whether you’re brand new to the church or have been attending for a while. Meet fellow families, get to know our dedicated staff and ministers, and learn about our ministries for children, youth, and families. Coffee and a light breakfast will be provided.

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