News and Events

Links to articles on special projects, current interests, new developments and upcoming events will be found here.

First UU supports Habitat for Humanity Interfaith Build

First UU Chalice Circles promote spiritual growth in community

First UU seeks child care coordinator

Current Events

 

All-Church Midwinter Retreat "Gathered Here": Saturday, February 11, 2012 / 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. / First UU Church. ž Workshops for adults and kids with topics including meditation, rain gardens, the Steger Expedition, church communications, green burial, saving the Indian Heights prairie, buckthorn walking sticks, and more! Childcare (ages 0-4).

Midwinter Retreat Registration Form

 

 

Heart-Warming Potluck Brunch: Sunday, February 19 from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. in the Commons. Connect at brunch with fellow UUs. Please bring a winter-warming dish to share.

 

 

Annual Women's Retreat "Namaste" March 9-11 at Villa Maria. Mark your calendars for this years Women's Retreat "Namaste" March 9-11 at Maria Retreat Center. Steeped in a rich history this interfaith retreat center sits on 70 acres of wooded campus conveniently located near the shores of Lake Pepin outside of Lake City, MN. Come and renew your spirit, retreat from life's    distractions & connect with other UU women as we share our sacred space. Through both structured and self determined activities we will explore what we hold sacred as well as explore what lies deep within.  Cost: $180.00. Includes meals, housing and all work shops. $80.00 non-refundable deposit, limited private rooms on a first come first serve basis. Limited number of partial scholarships available. Please complete the registration form and return to the church.  Registration Form  

Stay Healthy during cold and flu season

H1N1 flu activity is widespread in Minnesota and 20 other states so here are some health promotion tips:

  • Stay home if you or your children are ill. If you are responsible for one of the volunteer jobs on Sunday morning like RE teacher, usher, audio tech, coffee host, greeter, etc. please call the church and inform us.
  • Cover your cough with your arm, not your hand.
  • Wash your hands and wrists thoroughly with soap & running water for 20 seconds.
  • Use hand sanitizer if a sink is not nearby. Bottles of sanitizer have been placed on both sides of the sanctuary plus in the children's chapel and in the Commons Room.
  • Keep your hands away from your face.
  • Get a seasonal flu shot if it is indicated for you.

By following these simple tips, we can continue to enjoy each other on Sunday mornings and at other church events.

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November 2010 Venture Newsletter