Renée delivers a service from one of our sources – Buddhism! The “Four Immeasurables” of Buddhism teach us about Love and how to be our best – for others and for ourselves.
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
2023 Sermons
July 16 – “Who Was Nelson Hackett?”
On Juneteenth 2023, Fayetteville changed the name of a major street from Archibald Yell Boulevard to Nelson Hackett Boulevard. Gene Vinzant tells us more about Hackett, an enslaved man who escaped from captivity in Fayetteville in 1841 and made it all the way to Canada, and why it’s important to remember Nelson Hackett today.
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
July 9 – “Are You Optimistic or Pessimistic About the Future?”
Is the world getting better or worse? Sometimes it’s hard to tell. So should we be optimistic or pessimistic about the future? Maybe there’s another alternative. NWACC Professor Doug Krueger, a beloved regular guest speaker for UUFF, addresses this timely topic.
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
July 2 – “UU General Assembly 2023 Service!”
General Assembly (GA) is the Unitarian Universalist Annual Conference. Join us as we watch together the Sunday morning worship service from last week’s GA. The theme of this year’s inspiring service is “Faithfully Becoming!”
For all public videos from the 2023 General Assembly, visit the UUA GA 2023 website page.
CLICK HERE to view the FULL order of service (note that we will be watching only parts of it together since it’s very long).
June 25 – “Pride and Possibility”
This is NWA Pride Weekend, and this Sunday is Rev. Stevie’s last as UUFF Minister, so let’s have a Pride service! Stevie speaks about Pride’s possibility and potential for all; and we enjoy music from Jori Costello and the UUFF Choir, as well as Skylar Conover.
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
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.
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
June 11 – “Shared Ministry”
The second-to-last service led by Rev. Dr. Stevie Gaines in their role as UUFF Minister. In their two messages this month, they speak on topics that they deem very important for us. This Sunday, they lead us in considering the idea of shared ministry. We’ll explore the feedback process that Unitarian Universalists typically think of as shared ministry, as well as a team approach to our work. The service was informative, encouraging, challenging, and uplifting!
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
June 4 – “Being the Right Person (Most of the Time)”
Dr. Marty Faitak talks to us about the advantages of forming and maintaining long term relationships, as well as some of the difficulties that could present themselves along the journey.
Full service:
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
May 28 – “The Healing Power of Art”
Musician Kim Petras says that music is her spirituality, and painter Michael Hubbard talks about creativity as an instrument of healing. In this service, the UUFF Choir shares the art of music, and Rev. Steven delivers a message about the healing power of creative processes.
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
May 21 – “Midterm Exam of Life”
At this time of year, many students take final exams. This Sunday, Rev. Steven leads us in considering another kind of exam, the midterm, and its implications for spiritual growth. We’ll explore a traditional spiritual practice called examen or self-examination and how it can help Unitarian Universalists.
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
May 14: “Flower Communion!”
Bring a flower (or a small bouquet if you have more to share) and join us for our annual Flower Communion. This year we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first Flower Communion!
Full service:
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
May 7 – “Seeding the Future: Cherokee Ethnobiology”
We are pleased to welcome Feather Smith, Ethnobiology Manager for the Cherokee Nation! Feather shares with us how the Cherokee people interact with their environment, including a discussion of Cherokee Heirloom crops and the Cherokee Nation Seed Bank. Join us for this uplifting and informative conclusion to our spring series on Earth Care.
Full service:
To view the Order of Service, CLICK HERE.
