I have a cauldron, a very large, black, cast iron cauldron. I used to be able to squat down in it, but now, well . . . I found it in the woods when I was wandering around my grandparents’ property at age 13. It seemed absolutely huge in the chilly autumn air, filled with … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – February 24th, 2023
The February 2023 Share the Plate recipient is Niceville Sharing and Caring.
Our UUFEC Spring Cleanup Day is scheduled for Saturday, 11 March (rain date will be 18 March). Our plan is to trim a few shrubs and trees, rake up leaves and branches, and clean out and organize the basement and the tool/storage closet by the kitchen. Ice water and snacks will be provided, but bring … Continue reading Spring Cleanup Day on Saturday March 11th, 2023
When I was Methodist, I offered an Ash Wednesday service. I found it spiritually useful to gather with other flawed human beings to remember that we are all mortal. I would burn the dried leaves from the previous year’s Palm Sunday and mix them with a little olive oil. Then as my parishioners knelt or … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – February 17th, 2023
Learn how to write a sermon! Rev. Ruth will lead “The Shared Pulpit” in 8 sessions, mostly online, on Wed evenings at 6:30 beginning March 1. Please email minister@uufec.com to register and order your book ($14.80).
A huge thank you to those who pitched in on Sunday to help clear the Library and Music rooms to prep for painting. Our Library is now freshly painted and a few helping hands are needed this Saturday at 11 am to move books, chairs, and decor items back into the Library to be ready … Continue reading Help Needed Saturday February 18th, 2023
New playground equipment will be arriving soon! We need some helping hands to install it. Please see our DRE Liz Wilkins to sign up!
Here is a poem about finding welcome in a new community. The Stranger Seeks Love Did I reveal too much when you asked me how I am? Isn’t this a space where I can say my truth, Instead of just saying, ”Fine”? I am never really fine. Are you? My days are filled with disorienting … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – February 10th, 2023
Please excuse our progress in building improvements. Painting of the nursery, Piper room, and stage room should be completed this week. During the week of 13 February, 2023 the library will be painted and help is needed to prepare the room, i.e., taking down pictures, clearing the bookshelves of decor, and moving furniture away from … Continue reading Painting Update / Help Needed
A big Thank you to all who participated in last week’s town hall. The facilitators are going through all of the recommendations and ideas where you are willing to step up for UUFEC. As noted, we are at an exciting pivotal moment. We have some challenges are ready to get going! We will share all … Continue reading Thank You Town Hall Participants
