Come join us in a time of remembrance as the veil grows thin, for an Ozark Samhain!
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Holidays and Holy Days
September 24 – Autumn Equinox: “The True Thanksgiving.”
In honor of the ancient harvest celebrations and our ancestors who withstood unknowable hardships, we have lovingly dubbed today’s service, “The True Thanksgiving.”
Full service:
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September 10 – “The Gathering of the Waters”
There are many things to celebrate this Sunday at UUFF! Let us join together as Gene Vinzant and Rev. Renée Janski lead us in our annual water ritual and honor the kick-off of our fall programming. We also officially welcome Rev. Renée to her new role as Associate Minister/Music Director!
Full service:
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August 6 – “Lúnasa”
At the start of August, we celebrate the first harvest of the year as part of the Lúnasa or Lammas festival. The plants of spring have withered and left seeds to ensure future crops. Grains are ready to be harvested and the fruits are ripe for picking. We gather to enjoy nature’s bounty and to give thanks for the food on our tables and for the blessings we have received throughout the year so far.
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June 18 – “Midsummer Service!”
The Longest Day approaches! Join us in sacred circle and community as we celebrate the Life-giving Sun and turn the Wheel of the Year.
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April 30 – “May Day Service!”
This is the time of Nature’s full bloom! We honor the Spirits of Love and Bliss. Come with joy in your heart and flowers in your hair! We begin indoors for the service, then process outside to weave a dance of blessing and magic around our brightly-ribboned May pole!
Service excerpt: Maypole Dance
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April 23 – Earth Day Service
Led by Rev. Dr. Steven Gaines. Saturday is Earth Day, and this message, the 2nd in a series of three “Earth Care” services organized by the UUFF Justice Team, focuses on how we can (and should) show appreciation and care for our Earth home. We also welcome UUFF’s New Members!
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April 9 – “What’s in Your Egg?”
Many people celebrate Easter by dressing up, hunting eggs, eating candy, spending time with family, and remembering Jesus. Unitarian Universalists have various and often conflicting thoughts about Jesus. What can we all learn from the story of the resurrection of Jesus, even if we don’t accept it as historical fact? In this service, Rev. Steven helps us think about how Easter can empower us to live more fully in alignment with our principles.
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March 19 – “Spring Equinox Service!”
Awaken all you dreamers! The time of Spring and of balance quickly approaches. Come celebrate the fertility of the land and the joy of life renewed! The UUFF Choir sings, directed by Renée Janski.
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
February 19 – “The Scandal of Valentine’s Day”
In this Valentine’s Day service, Rev. Steven speaks about the holiday’s fascinating history. The story could be a horror movie but is presented in a PG way with an exploration of love as more than candies, cards, and flowers. The UUFF Choir sings uplifting songs!
Full service:
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January 29 – “Imbolc”
Come all you magical creatures and beings! Slip in from your dreams and wild places and join us in the liminal time of Imbolc! We are halfway between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. Light is growing, seeds are stirring! Celebrate with us as we pour the waters of blessing and light candles to welcome the sun.
Full service:
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January 1, 2023 – “A UU Way to Holiday: Winter Solstice and Christmas on New Year’s Day.”
Weather and other situations beyond our control prevented us from enjoying some planned holiday services, so this Sunday we’ll make up for it by combining holidays! On this New Year’s Day, our service contains Winter Solstice rituals, led by our Web of Life group, and a message from Rev. Steven.
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