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SUMMARY:Written on the Heart | Bridging Sunday for Coming of Age & Graduating Seniors | Rev. Beth Dana
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate and bless our youth coming of age and graduating seniors bridging into young adulthood with an exploration of the faith commitments we hold in our hearts. \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching. Music provided by Kindred Voices.\nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/written-on-the-heart-bridging-sunday-for-coming-of-age-graduating-seniors-rev-beth-dana/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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SUMMARY:Guest Minister: Aurora Levins Morales - Writer\, artist\, historian\, and activist
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special worship service at First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, where we are honored to welcome writer\, artist\, historian\, and activist Aurora Levins Morales as our guest minister. \nMusic by jazz pianist Kent Ellingson. The Children’s Choir will perform the prelude at the 11 am service. \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY \nAbout Aurora Levins Morales \n\n\nAurora Levins Morales is a Puerto Rican author\, artist\, activist\, and historian. Her writing and activism persistently imagine a world in which the personal is understood as political and vice versa\, the complexities of identity and heritage are explored rather than erased\, and structures of oppression (racism\, classism\, sexism\, imperialism\, colonialism\, capitalism\, etc.) are recognized as interlocking\, such that they must be simultaneously challenged to be dismantled. Her contributions have been critical to third wave feminism and its evolution\, Puerto Rican and Latinx feminism\, disability justice\, radical Judaism\, climate change activism\, and grassroots organizing. \n\n 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/guest-minister-aurora-levins-morales-writer-artist-historian-and-activist-2/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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SUMMARY:Aurora Levins Morales - Reading and Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 7th\n5:30 – 7:00 pm\, Crow Library\nRegister in Realm \nIn times of strain and upheaval\, we believe it is especially important to learn from artists and the creative process—a source of connection\, resilience\, and renewal for us all. \nJoin us for an evening with acclaimed poet and activist Aurora Levins Morales\, as she reads from her powerful new collection\, Rimonim: Ritual Poetry of Jewish Liberation.  \nCopies of Rimonim will be available for purchase and signing at the event.\nAurora will share readings from the book and engage in conversation with attendees. \nEvent Schedule \n5:30 PM – Author Meet and Greet with light snacks  \n6:00–7:00 PM – Reading & Conversation \n7:00–7:30 PM – Book signing \nRegister in Realm
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/aurora-levins-morales-reading-and-qa/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T120000
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SUMMARY:Guest Minister: Aurora Levins Morales - Writer\, artist\, historian\, and activist
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special worship service at First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, where we are honored to welcome writer\, artist\, historian\, and activist Aurora Levins Morales as our guest minister. \nMusic by the Sanctuary Choir \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY \nAbout Aurora Levins Morales \n\n\nAurora Levins Morales is a Puerto Rican author\, artist\, activist\, and historian. Her writing and activism persistently imagine a world in which the personal is understood as political and vice versa\, the complexities of identity and heritage are explored rather than erased\, and structures of oppression (racism\, classism\, sexism\, imperialism\, colonialism\, capitalism\, etc.) are recognized as interlocking\, such that they must be simultaneously challenged to be dismantled. Her contributions have been critical to third wave feminism and its evolution\, Puerto Rican and Latinx feminism\, disability justice\, radical Judaism\, climate change activism\, and grassroots organizing. \n\nWorld Premiere of ResurrectionIn honor of our guest\, we are excited to share the world premiere of Resurrection\, an inspiring new work by composer Nancy Galbraith\, based on a powerful poem by Aurora Levins Morales. We commissioned Nancy\, head of the Composition Department at Carnegie Mellon University\, to create this piece especially for our community. In addition to our choir\, she scored it for piano and string quartet.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/guest-minister-aurora-levins-morales-writer-artist-historian-and-activist/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
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SUMMARY:Creative Community Art Show - Sunday Show
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate creativity at First Unitarian’s Creative Community Art Show and Sale. Enjoy an inspiring display of artwork\, meet the talented artists behind the pieces\, and find beautiful works to take home. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet artists from the church and connect with our vibrant community. We hope to see you there! \nReception in Channing Hall\nSaturday\, May 3\n3 PM – 5 PM \nShow in Channing Hall\nSunday\, May 4\n9 AM – 1 PM
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/creative-community-art-show-sunday-show/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Creative Community Art Show - Reception
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate creativity at First Unitarian’s Creative Community Art Show and Sale! Enjoy an inspiring display of artwork\, meet the talented artists behind the pieces\, and find beautiful works to take home. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet artists from the church and connect with our vibrant community. We hope to see you there! \nReception in Channing Hall\nSaturday\, May 3\n3 PM – 5 PM \nShow in Channing Hall\nSunday\, May 4\n9 AM – 1 PM
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/creative-community-art-show-reception/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
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SUMMARY:Rise Up\, New Flame | Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
DESCRIPTION:We close our theme year together and reflect on the warmth of our community as we turn to face new challenges\, led by the light of our faith. \n\n\nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching. Music provided by Kindred Voices.\nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/rise-up-new-flame-rev-t-j-fitzgerald/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240420T190612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T190646Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Sunday
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of love\, hope\, and renewal! Invite your friends\, family\, and neighbors to join us for worship and our annual Egg Scramble. \n\nEgg Scramble between services at 10:40am\nBring a basket and don’t be late!\nChildren 4 years and younger meet on the Preston playground.\nChildren Kinder – 3rd grade meet on the playground patio\nChildren 4th grade and over meet on the patio between the playground and Memorial Garden.\n \nMulti-Generational Worship at 9:30am and 11am\nRev. Daniel Kanter is preaching and music will be provided by the Sanctuary Choir.\n\nNo Sunday School classes. \n\nLivestream at 9:30am\, 11am and 7pm.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/easter2025/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240417T184040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T164350Z
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SUMMARY:Maundy Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Pause for a reflective\, moving service. Communion will be followed by a candlelight Tenebrae reading of the story of Jesus’ betrayal. Music provided by the Sanctuary Choir.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/maundythursday2025/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T123000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240413T184400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T190732Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 13\, 2025\n10 am – 12:30 pm in Channing Social Hall \nCelebrate and learn with the Climate Action Team! Join us for a native plant sale\, solar info\, earth-friendly consumer tips\, original art\, Citizen’s Climate Lobby\, electric vehicles\, and more.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/earthday2025/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240413T191524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T192048Z
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SUMMARY:Make Way | Palm Sunday | Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
DESCRIPTION:How do we enter a new way and travel a new path? We start this holy week with ways we can prepare for what we will face together.\n \nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching. Music provided by cellist Gayane Manasjan.\nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/make-way-palm-sunday-rev-t-j-fitzgerald/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240406T190220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T200506Z
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SUMMARY:Pilgrimage | Spiritual Practices to Light the Way | Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
DESCRIPTION:Adventure awaits those who seek it…but planning is important. The ancient discipline of pilgrimage has ever more to teach us in a world that seems smaller every day. \nThis sermon is part of our Spiritual Practices to Light the Way series – Supported by the strong foundation of our living Unitarian Universalist faith and our vibrant church community\, we are each called to deepen our spiritual lives so that we can have a positive and meaningful impact on the world around us. In this series\, we’ll explore the five spiritual practices that light the path forward as we work toward a more just and peaceful world.  \nRev. Dr. Daniel Kanter is preaching. Music provided by the Sanctuary Choir. Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/pilgrimage-spiritual-practices-to-light-the-way-rev-dr-daniel-kanter/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon,Spiritual Practices to Light the Way
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T210000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240404T201041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T201321Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Men's Retreat: Connecting in Rough Going
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 4\n5 – 9 pm\, Channing Social Hall \nClick to register in Realm \nRev. Daniel and Rev. T. J. welcome all who identify as men for an evening to pause and reflect on ways to connect more deeply with others in our church. Dave Snell will lead us in a time of exploring the challenges we face to deepening our connections in these times followed by time devoted to taking action together to build relationships with one another. Dinner and refreshments will be served.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/2025-mens-retreat-connecting-in-rough-going/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240330T185627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T195925Z
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SUMMARY:Retreat | Spiritual Practices to Light the Way | Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
DESCRIPTION:The world we live in wants our attention all the time. We touch on ways to experience a retreat from the familiar and what this practice can yield in a life. \nThis sermon is part of our Spiritual Practices to Light the Way series – Supported by the strong foundation of our living Unitarian Universalist faith and our vibrant church community\, we are each called to deepen our spiritual lives so that we can have a positive and meaningful impact on the world around us. In this series\, we’ll explore the five spiritual practices that light the path forward as we work toward a more just and peaceful world.  \nRev. Dr. Daniel Kanter is preaching. Music TBD. Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/retreat-spiritual-practices-to-light-the-way-rev-dr-daniel-kanter/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon,Spiritual Practices to Light the Way
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240323T184956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T205647Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Service | Spiritual Practices to Light the Way | Rev. Beth Dana
DESCRIPTION:What change do you want to see around you? How we serve our communities says a lot about who we are and what we value. \nThis sermon is part of our Spiritual Practices to Light the Way series – Supported by the strong foundation of our living Unitarian Universalist faith and our vibrant church community\, we are each called to deepen our spiritual lives so that we can have a positive and meaningful impact on the world around us. In this series\, we’ll explore the five spiritual practices that light the path forward as we work toward a more just and peaceful world.  \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching. Music provided by Kindred Voices. Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/monthly-service-spiritual-practices-to-light-the-way/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon,Spiritual Practices to Light the Way
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240316T184203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T194516Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Worship | Spiritual Practices to Light the Way | Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
DESCRIPTION:Some tell us “You are what you worship.” We talk about what worship means and all it offers us as members of this community. \nThis sermon is part of our Spiritual Practices to Light the Way series – Supported by the strong foundation of our living Unitarian Universalist faith and our vibrant church community\, we are each called to deepen our spiritual lives so that we can have a positive and meaningful impact on the world around us. In this series\, we’ll explore the five spiritual practices that light the path forward as we work toward a more just and peaceful world.  \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching. Music provided by the Sanctuary Choir. Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/weekly-worship-spiritual-practices-to-light-the-way-rev-t-j-fitzgerald/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon,Spiritual Practices to Light the Way
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T133000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240309T163047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T163508Z
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SUMMARY:Library Committee Author Talk - Rosalyn Story
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 9th\, 2025\n12:30 pm\, Tom and Charley Crow Library\nRegister in Realm. \nJoin the First Unitarian Church of Dallas Library Committee in the Tom and Charley Crow Library for a special author talk series featuring members of our congregation. Our own writers will share their books\, discuss the ideas that shaped them\, and offer insight into their creative journeys. \nOur first author in this series is Rosalyn Story\, author of Sing Her Name. Light refreshments will be served. \nAbout Rosalyn Story \nRosalyn Story\, author of Sing Her Name\, is a professional classical violinist\, journalist\, and author of both fiction and non-fiction. She plays violin in the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra in Fort Worth\, TX\, and divides her time between performing and writing about the visual and performing arts. \nSing Her Name\, a novel based loosely on the life of the 19th century black diva Sissieretta Jones\, is Story’s fourth book. Her articles have appeared in numerous magazines including Essence\, Stagebill (the magazine of Lincoln Center)\, The Crisis (the magazine of the NAACP) and Opera News. Her first book\, And So I Sing: African American Divas of Opera and Concert\, the first comprehensive book on the history of black women in opera\, was the inspiration for the PBS documentary Aida’s Brothers and Sisters: Black Voices in Opera. Her first novel\, More Than You Know\, was published in 2004. Her novel Wading Home\, set in post-Katrina New Orleans\, was an Essence magazine book club pick and “recommended read\,” and was also a 2011 nominee for the Hurston Wright Foundation Legacy Award. In 2012\, Wading Home was chosen by Clemson University (Clemson\, SC) as the “common read” book and was distributed to 3\,500 freshmen and new students. In August 2012\, she presented Wading Home before an assembly of all freshmen and new students at Littlejohn Coliseum on the campus. \nIn 2012\, Story was inducted into the Texas Literary Hall of Fame by the Friends of the Fort Worth Public Library in Fort Worth\, TX. In 2014\, she received a $40\,000 MPower artists’ grant from the Sphinx Organization based in Detroit\, MI to produce Wading Home: An Opera of New Orleans\, based on her novel. With a cast\, orchestra\, and chorus of internationally-recognized artists\, it was performed in Dallas and New Orleans\, and in Port Elizabeth\, Stellenbosch\, and Pretoria\, South Africa.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/library-committee-author-talk-rosalyn-story/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T120000
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SUMMARY:Daily Practice | Spiritual Practices to Light the Way | Rev. Beth Dana
DESCRIPTION:Our Lenten journey begins with what our days lived together may hold. We reflect on what daily attention to our spiritual life can mean to us. \nThis sermon is part of our Spiritual Practices to Light the Way series – Supported by the strong foundation of our living Unitarian Universalist faith and our vibrant church community\, we are each called to deepen our spiritual lives so that we can have a positive and meaningful impact on the world around us. In this series\, we’ll explore the five spiritual practices that light the path forward as we work toward a more just and peaceful world.  \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching. Music provided by Kindred Voices and Les Sellers. Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/daily-practice-spiritual-practices-to-light-the-way-rev-beth-dana/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon,Spiritual Practices to Light the Way
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240308T154125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T154405Z
UID:15337-1741426200-1741435200@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Remembering Black Dallas Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, March 8\, 2024\nGathering Time: 9:30 AM (Enjoy coffee & donuts)\nTour Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nMeeting Location: Preston Circle Driveway in front of First Unitarian Church of Dallas\nCost: $30 per person \nREGISTRATION IN REALM IS REQUIRED. \nStart your morning with coffee and donuts at 9:30 AM before we embark on a custom two-hour bus tour for First Church members and friends exploring Dallas’ Black history. This tour\, tailored specifically to the area near First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, will visit: \n1️⃣  Neighborhood near North Central and McKinney up to Caruth Haven\, which was a historic Black neighborhood\n2️⃣ Freedman’s Town  \nLed by Remembering Black Dallas Inc.\, an organization founded in 2015 by Dr. George Keaton\, Jr.\, this tour offers a powerful look at the past\, honoring the legacy and contributions of Black communities in Dallas. RBD continues its mission to preserve and promote African American life\, history\, and culture through education\, advocacy\, and historical research. \nHosted by the Racial Equity Task Force
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/remembering-black-dallas-bus-tour/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Unitarian Church":MAILTO:info@dallasuu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240306T025141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T025346Z
UID:15352-1741197600-1741201200@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday Service
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/ash-wednesday-service/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240302T200214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T194021Z
UID:14819-1740907800-1740916800@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Easy Grace | Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
DESCRIPTION:We explore the roots of Mardi Gras and hold close the place that brings those traditions to so many\, even still\, New Orleans.\nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching. Music provided by the First Church jazz band. \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/easy-grace-rev-t-j-fitzgerald/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240223T195415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T195742Z
UID:14814-1740303000-1740312000@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Becoming | Youth Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a much loved and meaningful tradition –  Youth Sunday! Our YRUU teens lead the service\, sharing their musical gifts and reflections on the theme of “Becoming.” \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/becoming-youth-sunday/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240216T162335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T203131Z
UID:14786-1739709000-1739714400@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:The Untold History of Race with Frank Morris
DESCRIPTION:Frank will share about the discipline of history\, how it has been taught\, and the ways that understanding how history is taught can help us to push back against so much of history that is being erased and remains untold. \nClick to register in Realm.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/the-untold-history-of-race-with-frank-morris/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240216T194925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T195824Z
UID:14809-1739698200-1739707200@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:The Doctrine of Our Church | Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
DESCRIPTION:Love’s in need of love today. We gather to feel love’s power and discern what it calls us to do in hard times.\nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching.\nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/the-doctrine-of-our-church-rev-t-j-fitzgerald/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240209T174457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T174711Z
UID:14747-1739093400-1739102400@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Faith = Trust | Rev. Ruth MacKenzie\, Guest Preacher
DESCRIPTION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas is pleased to welcome guest preacher Rev. Ruth MacKenzie. \nFaith = Trust \nWhat is faith in such times as these? Caught in the spin cycle of tortured truths\, and the siren call of influencers\, where do we put our trust? How do we ground our faith? This Sunday we explore faith\, stripped down and essential. \nMusic provided by the Sanctuary Choir.\nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY \n  \nAbout Rev. Ruth MacKenzie \nRev. Ruth served First Universalist Church of Minneapolis for ten years as Minister of Worship and Pastoral Care\, and received Minister Emerita designation upon her retirement in 2020. Having served as Minister in Residence at First Unitarian of Dallas in 2021/2022\, Ruth is happy to return in February to this congregation that she holds dear during Rev. Daniel’s sabbatical. \nRuth has continued her ministry as Adjunct Minister at First Unitarian Universalist Church of Rochester MN\, adjunct professor of worship at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities and volunteers as a chaplain at Lino Lake prison of Minnesota. \nBorn and raised in Denver\, Colorado\, Ruth moved to Minnesota to pursue a singing career. She toured the country and began to write her own plays and music in her late thirties with much success\, produced by major theaters of the Twin CitIies. \nIn her late forties\, Ruth answered an insistent calling of a deeper spiritual life and ministry. She attended seminary and embarked on a new professional journey of discovery about how the arts and creativity can enliven the life of worship\, and the life of the spirit\, while bringing our imaginations and resolve to the work of racial justice\, and healing this broken and beautiful world. It is with much joy and anticipation that Ruth joins our community of faith.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/faith-trust-rev-ruth-mackenzie-guest-preacher/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240207T160031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T153205Z
UID:14665-1738886400-1739145599@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Clothes Encounters - Shop for lovely new and gently-used women’s clothing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a pop-up boutique the weekend before Valentine’s Day! Shop for lovely new and gently-used women’s clothing\, jewelry\, handbags and accessories donated by women in our church and their friends. Make a generous donation and take home a treasure! \n\n\n\nClothes Encounters is a Women’s Alliance Fundraiser for local charities and church programs. \n\n\n\nShopping Hours:\n\n\n\nFriday\, February 7\, from 4:30-7 pmSaturday\, February 8\, from 10 am – 2 pmSunday\, February 9\, from 9 am – 2 pm\, with a Clothing Bag Sale from 1 – 2 pm \n\n\n\nNew This Year:\n\n\n\nToffee raffle! Buy raffle tickets to win Rhonda Koetting’s legendary toffee! \n\n\n\nClothing Bag Sale! On Sunday from 1:00-2:00 pm\, shoppers can fill a bag with clothes for a donation of $20.  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/clothes-encounters-shop-for-lovely-new-and-gently-used-womens-clothing/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240202T165701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T161102Z
UID:14744-1738488600-1738497600@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Stepping into Risk and Landing in Trust | Rev. Ruth MacKenzie\, Guest Preacher
DESCRIPTION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas is pleased to welcome guest preacher Rev. Ruth MacKenzie. \nStepping into Risk and Landing in Trust \nWe often want to know the answers before we are tested. We want to know the ending before the story has even begun. Yet that is not the way of life\, nor the way of faith. Risk and trust are entwined in an intricate webbing we navigate everyday. In the days ahead\, how will we risk trust and trust risk? \nMusic provided by pianist\, saxophonist\, and vocalist Matthew Babineaux.\nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY \n  \nAbout Rev. Ruth MacKenzie \nRev. Ruth served First Universalist Church of Minneapolis for ten years as Minister of Worship and Pastoral Care\, and received Minister Emerita designation upon her retirement in 2020. Having served as Minister in Residence at First Unitarian of Dallas in 2021/2022\, Ruth is happy to return in February to this congregation that she holds dear during Rev. Daniel’s sabbatical. \nRuth has continued her ministry as Adjunct Minister at First Unitarian Universalist Church of Rochester MN\, adjunct professor of worship at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities and volunteers as a chaplain at Lino Lake prison of Minnesota. \nBorn and raised in Denver\, Colorado\, Ruth moved to Minnesota to pursue a singing career. She toured the country and began to write her own plays and music in her late thirties with much success\, produced by major theaters of the Twin CitIies. \nIn her late forties\, Ruth answered an insistent calling of a deeper spiritual life and ministry. She attended seminary and embarked on a new professional journey of discovery about how the arts and creativity can enliven the life of worship\, and the life of the spirit\, while bringing our imaginations and resolve to the work of racial justice\, and healing this broken and beautiful world. It is with much joy and anticipation that Ruth joins our community of faith.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/stepping-into-risk-and-landing-in-trust-rev-ruth-mackenzie-guest-preacher/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240126T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T165404Z
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SUMMARY:Warmth of Community | Kindle the Spirit | Rev. Beth Dana
DESCRIPTION:The flaming chalice of Unitarian Universalism is a symbol of the warmth of community. We will explore our experiences of religious community and how this connection deepens our spiritual lives. \nThis sermon is part of our Kindle the Spirit series – A new year calls us to ignite our spiritual lives in impactful ways\, bringing the rich history and core principles of our faith into our daily lives. We begin by burning away that which no longer serves us\, then we find meaning and motivation in the symbolism of the chalice. Together we’ll ignite the light of truth\, build a fire of commitment\, and bask in the warmth of a community that fuels us to act with integrity as spiritual people. \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching. Music provided by Kindred Voices. Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/warmth-of-community-kindle-the-spirit-rev-beth-dana/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kindle the Spirit,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240119T181118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T181656Z
UID:14612-1737279000-1737288000@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Fire of Commitment | Kindle the Spirit | Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
DESCRIPTION:The flaming chalice of Unitarian Universalism is a symbol of the fire of commitment. On this Sunday when we remember the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. we reflect on what kindles our fire of commitment and calls us to act for justice. \nThis sermon is part of our Kindle the Spirit series – A new year calls us to ignite our spiritual lives in impactful ways\, bringing the rich history and core principles of our faith into our daily lives. We begin by burning away that which no longer serves us\, then we find meaning and motivation in the symbolism of the chalice. Together we’ll ignite the light of truth\, build a fire of commitment\, and bask in the warmth of a community that fuels us to act with integrity as spiritual people. \nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching. Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/fire-of-commitment-kindle-the-spirit-rev-t-j-fitzgerald/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kindle the Spirit,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T184530
CREATED:20240112T180755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T182130Z
UID:14607-1736674200-1736683200@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Light of Truth | Kindle the Spirit | Rev. Beth Dana
DESCRIPTION:The flaming chalice of Unitarian Universalism is a symbol of the light of truth. Let’s explore how the light of truth guides our faith and our actions.  \nThis sermon is part of our Kindle the Spirit series – A new year calls us to ignite our spiritual lives in impactful ways\, bringing the rich history and core principles of our faith into our daily lives. We begin by burning away that which no longer serves us\, then we find meaning and motivation in the symbolism of the chalice. Together we’ll ignite the light of truth\, build a fire of commitment\, and bask in the warmth of a community that fuels us to act with integrity as spiritual people. \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching. Worship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/light-of-truth-kindle-the-spirit/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kindle the Spirit,Sermon
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