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SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday
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 6:30 pm.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/ash-wednesday/
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:20240211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20240206T153617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T190134Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a much loved and meaningful tradition – Youth Sunday! Our YRUU teens lead the service – sharing testimonials\, providing music\, and serving as greeters and ushers.\nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/youth-sunday-2/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20240103T184355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T193639Z
UID:11709-1707039000-1707048000@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:"Surprised by Joy" | Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
DESCRIPTION:Joy is one of the greatest spiritual gifts. How do we experience it? How do we share it? \nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching\, music provided by the Sanctuary Choir \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/surprised-by-joy/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activating Your Spiritual Life Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20240103T184117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T220303Z
UID:11705-1706434200-1706443200@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:"Saying No Is Something To Practice" | Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
DESCRIPTION:The spiritual practice of saying no is at the root of what a sabbath is. This spiritual discipline can be important as we dive deeper into what sustains us and keeps us going.   \nRev. Dr. Daniel Kanter 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/saying-no-is-something-to-practice-rev-dr-daniel-kanter/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activating Your Spiritual Life Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20240103T183655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T220229Z
UID:11700-1705829400-1705838400@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:"Five Ways to Save Your Spiritual Life" | Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
DESCRIPTION:Diving into the five disciplines we talk about as spiritual guides we will reflect on what works and why.  \nRev. Dr. Daniel Kanter is preaching\, music provided by the Sanctuary Choir \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/five-ways-to-save-your-spiritual-life/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activating Your Spiritual Life Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20240103T183154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T223200Z
UID:11695-1705224600-1705233600@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:"Whose Dream?" | Rev. Beth Dana
DESCRIPTION:This Sunday we honor the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. and recommit ourselves to the vision and the work of Beloved Community. \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching. Music provided by vocalist Marquis McBride and George Cornelius. \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/whose-dream-rev-beth-dana/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activating Your Spiritual Life Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240107T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231129T191934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T194330Z
UID:11573-1704619800-1704630600@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:"Refining Fire" | Burning Service
DESCRIPTION:We welcome all to our annual ritual of letting go of those things which do not serve us anymore. Please join us.\nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching\, music TBD. \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/refining-fire-burning-service/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activating Your Spiritual Life Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231231T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231129T190853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T211056Z
UID:11566-1704009600-1704042000@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:"First Watch" | New Year's Eve | Online Only
DESCRIPTION:On this last day of the year we consider what we’ve seen together this year and prepare our hearts and minds for what’s to come.\n\n\nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching\, music provided by the First Church Jazz Combo. \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST ONLINE ONLY – No in-person worship \n\n\n 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/first-watch-new-years-eve-online-only/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231116T181538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T181538Z
UID:11418-1703498400-1703502000@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Morning | Online Only | 10 am
DESCRIPTION:Tune in for a re-broadcast of the 9 pm Christmas Eve service. \nLivestream only: https://dallasuu.org/live/ \nView the complete holiday schedule here. \n 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/christmas-morning-online-only-10-am/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T220000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231116T173028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T165834Z
UID:11414-1703451600-1703455200@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Lessons & Carols | Christmas Eve | 9 pm
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and friends and celebrate Christmas Eve! \nIn-person worship only\, no livestream. \nView the complete holiday schedule here. \n 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/lessons-carols-christmas-eve-9-pm/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231116T172432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T165900Z
UID:11403-1703444400-1703448000@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Candlelight & Communion | Christmas Eve | 7 pm
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and friends and celebrate Christmas Eve! \nIn-person worship only\, no livestream. \nView the complete holiday schedule here. \n 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/all-generations-candlelight-communion-7-pm/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231116T171755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T165933Z
UID:11394-1703437200-1703440800@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:All Generations | Christmas Eve | 5 pm
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and friends and celebrate Christmas Eve with us. All are welcome for this multi-generational service! \nIn-person worship only\, no livestream. \nView the complete holiday schedule here. \n 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/all-generations-christmas-eve-5-pm/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231116T011811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T165957Z
UID:11366-1703415600-1703419200@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Blues Christmas | Christmas Eve | 11 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us for worship as we celebrate Christmas with some great blues music and mini-homilies from the ministers on the “Christmas Blues.”  \nRev. Dr. Daniel Kanter\, Rev. T. J. Fitzgerald\, and Rev. Beth Dana are preaching. \nWorship at 11am CST in-person or online 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/blue-christmas-christmas-eve-11-am/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231217T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231217T131500
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231123T023626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T164436Z
UID:11455-1702815300-1702818900@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Parish Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Voting members are invited to enjoy pizza\, hear updates from church leaders\, vote on the 2024 budget\, and celebrate the 2024 elected leaders. \nChildcare is available for this event. Please register in advance by clicking here. \nLivestream available at https://dallasuu.org/live/ \n 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/parish-meeting/
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:20231217T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231116T011008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T193646Z
UID:11362-1702805400-1702814400@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Pageant
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual Christmas Pageant\, acted out by the children of the church. Child dedications will take place in both services. \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching “The Christmas Story”\, music provided by the Sanctuary Choir. \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY \n\n 
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/christmas-pageant/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T124500
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231115T212443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T192516Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Organ Recital with Bradley Hunter Welch
DESCRIPTION:Join us after the 11am service for a recital of seasonal organ music from Bradley Hunter Welch. This event will also be livestreamed at https://dallasuu.org/live \nAbout Dr. Welch \nHailed as “A world-class virtuoso” and “an expert at defining darks\, lights\, shadows and colors\,” Bradley Hunter Welch is increasingly in demand as a recitalist\, concerto soloist\, and collaborative artist. A native of Knoxville\, TN\, Bradley holds the Doctor of Musical Arts\, Master of Musical Arts\, Master of Music degrees\, and the Artist Diploma from Yale University where he studied with Thomas Murray and Martin Jean. He also holds the Bachelor of Music degree magna cum laude from Baylor University where he studied with Joyce Jones. \nDr. Welch is the 2003 First Place winner of the Dallas International Organ Competition and was also awarded the Audience Prize for the second time\, having previously won it in 2000. He was Director of Music & Arts at Highland Park United Methodist Church in Dallas\, TX from 2009 to 2014 and currently devotes his full-time attention to a thriving solo concert career. Between his concert and recording engagements\, Dr. Welch serves as Artist-in-Residence as Christ Church (Anglican) in Plano\, TX–one of the largest Anglican churches in the United States. In addition to these duties\, he performs approximately 20 concerts annually under the exclusive artistic management of Phillip Truckenbrod Concert Artists\, Hartford\, CT. \nHis premier recording is the first solo organ recording of the Cliburn Organ at Broadway Baptist Church. Bradley is married to Kara Kirkendoll Welch\, a flutist in the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and Adjunct Professor of Flute at Southern Methodist University. They have a son–Ethan Hunter Welch–and a daughter–Avery Kristine Welch.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/holiday-organ-recital-with-bradley-hunter-welch/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231115T211446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T221215Z
UID:11560-1702200600-1702209600@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Peace Breaks Out
DESCRIPTION:Amid the conflicts in our lives and our world we consider how peace enters the world and how we can nurture it.\n\nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching\, music provided by organist Bradley Hunter Welch\nWorship will be followed by a Holiday Organ Recital with Bradley Hunter Welch. Click here for details. \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/peace-breaks-out/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231115T211349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T182134Z
UID:11351-1701595800-1701604800@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:What Are We Waiting For?
DESCRIPTION:Advent themes are often apocalyptic but are they predictions or demands on our spiritual lives? \nRev. Dr. Daniel Kanter 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/what-are-we-waiting-for/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231019T185856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T220347Z
UID:11162-1701540000-1701543600@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Hanging of the Greens
DESCRIPTION: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 just 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!
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/11162/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas 2023,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231126T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231115T163809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T210034Z
UID:11345-1700991000-1701000000@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:On the Road from Greed to Giving
DESCRIPTION:As we travel the road together from Thanksgiving to Advent and Christmas\, we reflect on the spirit of generosity in us and in this season. \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching\, music provided by banjoist Ben King \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/on-the-road-from-greed-to-giving/
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:20231123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231031T175354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T175354Z
UID:11264-1700740800-1700751600@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:2023 Thanksgiving Dinner
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the First Unitarian Church of Dallas 2023 Thanksgiving Dinner at 4015 Normandy Avenue\, Dallas\, Texas 75205. Doors open at 11:30 AM\, Dinner at 12:00 noon on Thursday November 23\, 2023. \nWe have room for about 100 participants. Turkey & ham will be provided by the church.  \nIn addition to food items\, we need volunteers to help set up\, to act as greeters and to clean up after the dinner. If you can help\, please sign up for one or more of these categories (in addition to bringing a food item). We will also have a communal wine table. If you wish to contribute\, please bring wine to share. \nIf you encounter any problems signing up or want to modify your signup\,  contact either Krishna (krishnakavi@yahoo.com) or Theresa (tlumkavi@gmail.com)\, 972-863-8896. \nFor general questions about the event\, you can contact Margaret Gillett (gmgillett@sbcglobal.net)\, 214-808-6397. \n\nCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO BRING FOOD AND VOLUNTEER
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/2023-thanksgiving-dinner/
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:20231119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231101T192024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T192058Z
UID:11273-1700386200-1700395200@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Winter’s Faith: Grief\, Gratitude\, and Generosity\, and Justice with guest minister Rev. Mary Katherine Morn
DESCRIPTION:We welcome our longtime friend and President of the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee\, Rev. Mary Katherine Morn\, as we celebrate the Thanksgiving season together. \n \nAbout Rev. Mary Katherine Morn \nAfter 30 years in faith-based leadership\, the Rev. Mary Katherine Morn joined UUSC as President and Lead Executive Officer in 2018. She has helped to grow a number of progressive congregations serving their members and the larger community. \nMary Katherine contributed to efforts for economic\, racial\, and social justice in Macon\, Georgia at the Economic Opportunity Council/Headstart with the NAACP. She also worked deeply in the reproductive justice movement. In Nashville\, Tennessee\, she collaborated with the Interfaith Alliance and Industrial Areas Foundation. In Fairfax\, Virginia\, she worked with interfaith ministries addressing hunger and homelessness\, collaborated with LGBTQI+ advocacy organizations\, and served on the county’s homelessness task force. \nMary Katherine also served in volunteer leadership with the Unitarian Universalist Ministers’ Association and for four years as Director of Stewardship and Development for the Unitarian Universalist Association. \n  \n  \n  \nMUSIC: Sanctuary Choir \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/winters-faith-grief-gratitude-and-generosity-and-justice-with-guest-minister-rev-mary-katherine-morn/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rituals That Ground Us Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231119T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231019T181029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T181050Z
UID:11157-1700383500-1700398800@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Crafty Bake Sale
DESCRIPTION:Come shop for baked goods\, crafts\, and gifts benefitting charities supported by the Women’s Alliances.\nAccepting cash\, check\, and credit card.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/crafty-bake-sale/
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:20231112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231026T173643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T164205Z
UID:11234-1699781400-1699790400@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Listening Deeply with guest minister Rev. Justin Schroeder
DESCRIPTION:In this service\, Rev. Justin will explore the idea that life is always trying to engage with us\, is making invitations to us\, is trying to connect with us\, and that a spiritual practice helps us hear those invitations and bids for connections. \nAbout Rev. Justin Schroeder \nRev. Justin Schroeder has more than two decades of experience in spiritual leadership. From 2009-2021\, he served as Senior Minister and Co-Senior Minister at First Universalist Church of Minneapolis. In this role\, he led the congregation in centering a racial justice commitment as an expression of their faith. He has counseled couples\, led rites of passage\, and supported hundreds in deepening their spiritual practices. \nRev. Justin Schroeder and his wife\, Juliana Keen\, recently launched ‘“Holding Space for Change\,” a practice that accompanies and supports people through life transitions. They provide spiritual direction\, support groups\, retreats\, and individual therapy and coaching..  \nHe has an active daily spiritual practice\, which includes meditation\, writing\, and yoga. Justin enjoys gardening\, games\, biking\, baking\, running\, and spending time with his children. \n  \n  \nMUSIC: April and Les Sellers \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/listening-deeply-with-guest-minister-rev-justin-schroeder/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rituals That Ground Us Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231005T205907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T155645Z
UID:10896-1699722000-1699725600@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Concert in Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 11\n5 – 6pm\, Sanctuary \nThe Sanctuary Choir along with 10 members of the professional choir Orpheus Chamber Singers present this concert in remembrance in memory of our departed loved ones. \nThe 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 60-voice choir will perform from the stage\, and joined by the organ in the balcony\, will provide surround sound from the intimate to the thrilling. \nPrior to the concert\, you will also have an opportunity to light a candle in memory of a loved one. \nRepertoire:\nRequiem – Maurice Durufle\nSure on this Shining Night – Morton Lauridsen \nFeaturing Guest Musicians\nScott Dettra\, organist \n Scott Dettra is acclaimed as one of America’s outstanding concert organ virtuosos.  Hailed as a “brilliant organist” (Dallas Morning News)\, and an “outstanding musician” (The Diapason)\, his playing is known for its clarity\, rhythmic intensity\, and musical elegance\, and has been described by The American Organist as “music making of absolute authority and sophisticated expression.” He serves as Organist of Highland Park United Methodist Church in Dallas\, teaches on the organ faculty of Southern Methodist University\, and is organist for The Crossing\, the multi-Grammy-winning professional chamber choir based in Philadelphia.  \nThroughout 2022\, Mr. Dettra undertook a celebrated national tour of the complete organ works of César Franck in commemoration of the composer’s bicentenary. Recent and upcoming performances include appearances in New York\, Chicago\, Boston\, Washington\, San Francisco\, Atlanta\, and Kansas City. Festival appearances include the Lincoln Center Festival\, the Carmel Bach Festival\, the Arizona Bach Festival\, the Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts\, and the Piccolo Spoleto Festival. He has been a featured performer at national conventions of the American Guild of Organists\, the Association of Anglican Musicians\, the Organ Historical Society\, and the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians\, and is in demand as a clinician and adjudicator for master classes\, workshops\, and competitions. \nMaiya Williams\, soloist \nMaiya Williams\, mezzo soprano\, is a Graduate Artist Certificate student in Voice Performance at the University of North Texas. Currently\, she studies under the tutelage of Molly Fillmore. In 2021\, she earned her B.M. in Choral Music Education from Stephen F. Austin State University and most recently\, a Masters of Music in Voice Performance from the University of North Texas. During her studies\, Williams has been a recurring member of Vox Aquilae\, the Baroque vocal ensemble under UNT Choral studies. Past operatic roles include Mistress of the Novices (Suor Angelica)\, Háta (Prodaná nevěsta)\, Marcellina (Le Nozze di Figaro)\, Dido (Dido and Aeneas)\, and scenes from Cenerentola\, Falstaff\, La Boheme\, Puccini’s Madame Butterfly\, and an upcoming role as Dorothée in Massenet’s Cendrillon. She has also participated in the Luke Housner Summer Opera Workshop in Houston\, TX. As a DFW based musician\, Williams has made appearances with Orpheus Chamber Singers\, Fort Worth Opera\, The Puccini Society of Dallas\, and will appear with The Dallas Opera chorus in Spring 2024 for the production of Romeo et Juliette \nJason Awbrey\, soloist \nHeralded as having “one of the most gorgeous baritones on earth” by The Dallas Morning News\, baritone Jason Awbrey is an active vocal soloist and choral artist. His lyric voice has garnered critical acclaim for his performances of literature ranging from the early Renaissance period through the 21th century. In a recital of German lieder with Voces Intimae\, Scott Cantrell of The Dallas Morning News said “everything sounded so easy\, so natural” and “[it] was sheer magic.” \nHe has performed with various professional ensembles throughout the United States\, Mexico\, and Europe\, including Ars Lyrica of Houston\, Grammy® award-winning ensembles Conspirare and Roomful of Teeth\, Dallas Bach Society\, Dallas Symphony\, Northeast Symphony\, Crescendo\, Harmonia Stellarum\, Tactus\, The Orchestra of New Spain\, Orpheus Chamber Singers\, Rapides Symphony Orchestra\, San Antonio Symphony\, Santa Fe Desert Chorale\, Oklahoma Bach\, Verdigris Ensemble\, Texas Camerata and Vox Humana. Jason has recorded with a number of ensembles including Conspirare\, Orpheus Chamber Singers\, Verdigris Ensemble\, and Vox Humana. \nRecent and upcoming highlights include performances of Bach Cantatas BWV 4 & BWV 140 with Crescendo Bach Choir\, Bach cantatas BWV 10 & 147 with Oklahoma Bach\, Schütz Christmas Oratorio with Harmonia Stellarum\, and a tour of Germany and Portugal with Roomful of Teeth. \nRegister in Realm
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/concert-in-remembrance/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:RTGU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231105T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231003T172700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T181944Z
UID:10852-1699176600-1699185600@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Gesundheit!
DESCRIPTION:What are the blessings in our lives that really matter? We will bless the 25 and 50 year member anniversaries as part of a service of blessing one another. \nThis is the final sermon in our Rituals That Ground Us series\, during which we are exploring the resources that sustain us on our spiritual journey. \nRev. Dr. Daniel Kanter is preaching MUSIC: Kindred Voices \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/gesundheit/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rituals That Ground Us Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231029T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231003T172409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T172409Z
UID:10848-1698571800-1698580800@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:All Souls
DESCRIPTION:Together we remember and honor the lives of those who have died this year in our annual service of All Souls. \nThis is the fourth sermon in our Rituals That Ground Us series\, during which we are exploring the resources that sustain us on our spiritual journey. \nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching MUSIC: Sanctuary Choir \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/all-souls/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rituals That Ground Us Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231003T170748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T181246Z
UID:10845-1697967000-1697976000@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:At-ONE-ment
DESCRIPTION:Rituals of repentance\, repair\, and atonement are radical in the context of our unapologetic world. What do these rituals look like for us as Unitarian Universalists and how do they ground us? \nThis is the third sermon in our Rituals That Ground Us series\, during which we are exploring the resources that sustain us on our spiritual journey. \nRev. Beth Dana is preaching MUSIC: violist Desiree Elsevier \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/at-one-ment/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rituals That Ground Us Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20231003T170303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T170334Z
UID:10840-1697362200-1697371200@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Liberty in Action
DESCRIPTION:The ways we support the work of the church are close to our hearts. We share together the roots and the fruits of this important act. \nThis is the second sermon in our Rituals That Ground Us series\, during which we are exploring the resources that sustain us on our spiritual journey. \nRev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching MUSIC: Sanctuary Choir \nWorship at 9:30am and 11am CST in-person or online • 7:00pm ONLINE ONLY
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/liberty-in-action/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rituals That Ground Us Series,Sermon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T133517
CREATED:20230914T141310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T141506Z
UID:10631-1696768200-1696773600@dallasuu.org
SUMMARY:Front Porch Conversation with Dr. Brian H. Williams
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter for a conversation with Dr. Brian H. Williams about his new book “The Bodies Keep Coming: Dispatches from a Black Trauma Surgeon on Racism\, Violence\, and How We Heal.” \nDr. Brian H. Williams led the trauma team that treated police officers ambushed by a sniper in Dallas\, Texas\, on July 7\, 2016\, the largest loss of life for US law enforcement since 9/11. At a press conference days later\, his heartfelt comments about the tragedy touched thousands\, and Huffington Post named it one of the most memorable television moments of 2016. With more than two decades of experience treating urban gun violence victims in Tampa\, Boston\, Atlanta\, Dallas\, and Chicago\, Dr. Williams has served as a congressional health policy advisor and now serves as a professor of trauma and acute care surgery at the University of Chicago. \nDr. Williams graduated from the United States Air Force Academy with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering. After six years on active duty\, he enrolled at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine and then completed a general surgery residency at Harvard Medical School and a fellowship in trauma and surgical critical care at Emory University. After the Dallas shooting\, Dr. Williams became an international spokesperson for racial justice. In 2017 Mayor Rawlings appointed him chair of the Dallas Citizens Police Review Board. His leadership helped unite the Dallas Police Department\, community activists\, police associations\, and City Council to revamp the role Dallas civilians play in police oversight. \nA conversation will be followed by a book signing. \nHow to get your copy of “The Bodies Keep Coming:” \n· You can pre-order the book from Interabang Books at this link. Choose the pick up option and write “First Unitarian Event” in the notes. \n· Interabang Books will also be on site on Oct 8th from 11am-2pm selling books in person. \n✨ Click here to register in Realm. \nIf you are unable to attend in-person\, the event will be livestreamed at https://dallasuu.org/live/.
URL:https://dallasuu.org/event/front-porch-conversation-with-dr-brian-h-williams/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church of Dallas\, 4015 Normandy Ave.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:RTGU,Special Events
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