Matin on Inclusion
Traditionally, a “matin” is a service of song and prayer. Our version of a matin is a service of music, reflection, and blessings. Join us for meditations and music on Inclusion, our theme for August. Music by Candy Davis.
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Allowing our Endings to Become Beginnings
CUF member Mallory Keith reflects on her personal experiences of endings and beginnings to help cope with the uncertainties of today.
Living with Change
When things around us change — and they just keep on doing that! — we need to adjust, which can be thrilling, uncomfortable, awkward, and/or transformative. As a congregation, we’re in the midst of a major change, a ministerial transition with a significant degree of uncertainty. CUF’s Emeritus Minister Bill Sasso will help us explore together what might help us adapt, over the next few months, to this time of opportunity and challenge.
The Times They Are A-Changin’
CUF member Tim Hoke explores the philosophy of personal transitions and the psychological process of change, focusing on how individuals navigate shifts in their lives from one state to another. Emphasizing the internal journey of letting go of old identities and embracing new ones, often involving a “neutral zone” of uncertainty before a new beginning. Discussing acknowledging the inherent difficulty of transitions, highlighting the need for self-compassion and recognizing that growth and learning can emerge from these experiences.
A Matin Service
Traditionally, a “matin” is a service of song and prayer. Our version of a matin is a service of music, reflection, and blessings. Join us for meditations and music on Transformation, our theme for July. Music by Elana Floyd-Kennett.
Endings and Beginnings
Rev. Sarah’s final service at CUF will honor all that we’ve learned during our shared ministry. We’ll mark the end of her presence in the Fellowship with rituals of release and blessings and mark a beginning with the New Member Recognition ceremony. All are welcome … read more.
Seasons of Change
The only constant is change and transitions are in the nature of, well, Nature. CUF member Eric Terrell leads this service considering the Summer Solstice, Pride Month, School Break, Rev. Sarah’s new adventure, the Fellowship’s new adventure, and a whole host of other transitions. How … read more.
Interfaith Pride Service at First Christian Church
First Christian (Disciples of Christ) Church is the host of this year’s joyous interfaith celebration of LGBTQ+ inclusion. CUF will “decamp” to join with Church of the Good Shepherd (UCC), First Presbyterian Church, First United Methodist Church, St. Peter’s Church (UCC). Music by Interfaith Pride … read more.
Life Cycles
Every living organism experiences changes during the period between birth and death, however long it may be. The same is true for communities. Rev. Sarah leads this meditative service on the marking of life stages for individuals and for our Fellowship community. Music TBA
Flower Communion
Our annual multigenerational Flower Communion service will focus on those CUF people and experiences that have sustained us over the past year. We’ll create a bouquet of blessings for all of those folks and moments. Whether you’re participating online or in person, please bring a … read more.