As we enter springtime, I have two thoughts: “How did we get to the end of April already?” and “So this is the new normal. …” As we near the end of the “program year,” we may be tired, but the spirit of our fellowship is strong! Even as ministry teams seek new members, our … Continue reading Minister Reflections – April 2024
Saturday, May 4, at 9:30 AMBarstow Airport Let’s get together and eat breakfast at the EAA’s Pancake Breakfast! Rev. Eric has graciously agreed to pay for our tickets if you sign up by Thursday, May 2. Meet up with Wendy at 9:30 AM in front of the EAA Building on Saturday, May 4, and we will enter together … Continue reading Pancake Breakfast – Saturday, May 4
One simple but powerful way we can build and strengthen our relationships is to formally recognize and dedicate ourselves as a congregation to our young people. Fellowship parents: if you would like to take part in a child dedication ceremony, Rev. Eric would be honored to officiate. Please contact Wendy at office@uufom.org if you have any questions … Continue reading Child Dedication Ceremony – Sunday, May 19
The Social Justice Team and the Anti-Racism Book Discussion Group are meeting with Rev. Eric on Sunday, May 19, at 12:30 PM, in person and virtually to discuss possible anti-racism actions for UUFoM. If you volunteered to follow up on an idea at our March meeting, please bring an update. All are welcome at the meeting. … Continue reading UUFoM’s SJT Anti-Racism Task Force Meeting
During the second half of the religious education year, our older youth has the opportunity to visit other religious organizations and learn about different faiths. Youth (middle and high schoolers) are invited to attend. Currently, Patricia Calahan and Carol Cooper will be transporting and supervising our youth. Buddhism – MayOn Saturday, May 18, our middle and high schoolers will … Continue reading UUFoM Middle and High Schoolers – Upcoming Trips
Perhaps no holiday highlights the interdependent web of existence like Earth Day. Join us for an Aldo Leopold-inspired ecology service, with ideas on how we might help slow climate change and heal the planet. Led by Rev. Eric Severson.
Known as the children of the prophet Abraham, Christians, Jews, and Muslims share a rich history of religious pluralism and interdependence. As the holy days of Ramadan end and Passover begin, we will explore the traditions, knowledge and progress of Judaism and Islam, and how we might continue to support interfaith dialog. Led by Rev. … Continue reading 4/14/2024 – Children of Abraham
When UUs think about our value of interdependence, we often think of the web of life. We also depend on technology, which depends on us. With news coverage of smart phones, social media, and AI, we sometimes feel like we depend too much on our technology and worry about how it affects us. Join fellowship … Continue reading 4/7/2024 – “Interdependence With Technology”
