UUFEC’s social justice committee thanks everyone who helped UUFEC be a very visible supporter of Okaloosa County’s LGBTQ+ community —way too of us to name. Check out photos from the June 10 Pride Walk on our website. And, our small but hearty July 4 crew raised over $250 for Healing Paws for Warriors, by requesting … Continue reading UUFEC shows up for our community!
Our volunteer team of caring responders is now available to reach out to members and friends in crisis and to celebrate milestones and big life events! Led by Linda and David Carson, members include Winky Sweet, Trudie Griffin, Kathy Roniger, and Jim Calumbo. Please contact any of these people if you know of a need … Continue reading Caring Committee Up and Running
Rev. Ruth will be on summer vacation and study leave for the month of July. In an emergency please contact President Miriam Williams president@uufec.com or Ericca the Administrator at 850-678-7197 (calls or texts).
TV Dinner Theater Fri, July 7 at 6:00 p.m. This is a community event open to all for sharing music, poetry, comedy and other brief amateur stage performances. Some material may not be appropriate for children.
My parents approached vacations differently. My dad loved his work and tended to over-commit. So he put in 70-80 hour weeks during my childhood, and we didn’t see much of him. When Mom convinced him to take some time off, he then felt a kind of obligation to fill up our vacations with as much … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – June 30th, 2023
She was recognized at General Assembly for having received her Full Fellowship credentials! She was accompanied by the wonderful Jennifer Doyle.
My cousin Martha flew over to Pittsburgh from New York yesterday to attend the Service of the Living Tradition at General Assembly. We played together as children and later had our first babies about the same time. She came to watch and cheer as I marched across the stage along with other colleagues to celebrate … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – June 23rd, 2023
There is a newly revised building usage policy, however we are in need of someone to take the lead in being the main point of contact. This duty could be shared between several people. If this sounds like an area that you would like to help out in, please contact Miriam Williams, Rev Ruth, or … Continue reading Building Usage Coordinator wanted
Pride Prom for all ages Saturday, June 24, 2023: 6:30pm-10pm The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach Join us this Saturday for a totally free Pride Prom for all ages at the Island Resort on Okaloosa Island! Please see the updated parking information below. This upscale prom will feature table-service with drinks and elegant food, … Continue reading Pride Continues! June 24th, 2023 Pride Prom
Well, I am preparing to travel to Pittsburgh on Monday for two back-to-back national Unitarian Universalist events: Ministry Days (collegial event for ministers) and General Assembly, the annual denominational gathering for strengthening connection, continuing education, and decision-making. Your other delegates, Jennifer Doyle, also attending G.A. in-person, and Joshua Moore online, will also be representing UUFEC … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – June 16th, 2023
