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Our Touchstone Theme for June – Ritual
Petition for Reproductive Freedom
On Sunday, May 28, consider signing a petition to protect reproductive freedoms in Florida. Look for our Social Justice table after service during coffee hour. We will offer other opportunities to sign the petition this summer.
A coalition of organizations led by Floridians Protecting Freedom is … read more.
Common Read: The Climate Book by Greta Thunberg – Discussions start June 4, 3 pm
If you want the scientific language of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) translated for non-scientists, this is the book for you.
This anthology with an all-star cast of writers on climate is the UUFG Social Justice common read for the
Summer. We will discuss … read more.
Vets for Peace Poetry Awards Ceremony – May 6, 2 pm
Each year, Vets for Peace sponsors a poetry contest in Alachua County schools. The winners are invited to read their compositions at this annual celebration held in UUFG’s Sanctuary on Saturday, May 6 at 2 pm. Reception to follow.
For more information, visit https://vfpgainesville.org/
Chalice Choir Showcase Concert – May 6, 6:30 pm
Members of our Chalice Choir are busy preparing for a concert at our Fellowship on Saturday, May 6, at 6:30 pm. Please “mark your calendars” and watch for more information!
Annual Congregational Meeting – May 7, 12:15 pm
Our annual meeting will be held Sunday, May 7, in the Sanctuary following service (12:15 pm). Members, please be sure to attend as you are able. At this meeting, you will have the opportunity to vote on the following:
· Our operating budget for fiscal year 2023-2024
· The … read more.
Beltane – Fire Circle Ritual April 30, 7 pm
Our Sacred Oak CUUPS chapter facilitates a Beltane ritual celebration at our Fire Circle, starting at 7 pm on that Sunday evening. All are welcome to attend. Please bring a portable chair if you wish for comfortable seating. Our Fire Circle is located south of … read more.
Common Read Discussion of Stayed on Freedom, April 2, 2 pm
Please join us for lunch and the discussion that follows at 2 PM on Zoharah Simmons’s biography Stayed on Freedom: the Long History of Black Power Through One Family’s Journey. Dr. Simmons will facilitate discussion using a question-and-answer format so if you are reading the … read more.
Gainesville Area Aids Project Collection begins Sunday, April 2
Toilet paper and laundry detergent! The Social Justice Committee is collecting these items for the Gainesville Area AIDS Project (GAAP) starting Sunday, April 2, then on April 9 and April 16. GAAP provides many direct services to people with HIV/AIDS, one of which being free … read more.
Electric Car Show – April 2, 12:15 pm
Our Social Justice Council is sponsoring an Electric Car Show this Sunday, April 2, from 12:15 to 1 PM with cars from our own members.
You will be able to browse the cars including hybrids, plugin hybrids, and EVs (all electric) in our Electric Car Grove … read more.