Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens

The past fifteen months have presented many challenges. Three UUFA fathers/grandfathers reflect on the new dance steps they have learned in parenting/grandparenting long distance or in being a new grandparent. John Olive, Lee Reed, and David Sweat will share their stories.

The writer of Ecclesiastes reminds us that There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. As we emerge from more than a year of quarantine, let us reflect on what we need to mourn and what we need to celebrate. Former Lay Ministers Myrna Adams West and Herb West will lead this contemplative/celebratory service.

As part of our shared spiritual paths, UUFA is exploring white privilege. This exploration can be uncomfortable, but it is an important requirement of this Fellowship's covenant. Join members of UUFA's Social Action Committee in worship Sunday as this community takes the next steps to understand how white privilege has benefited and harmed each one of us.

Welcome to Sunday morning service at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens, Georgia! Reverend Adel Nagy joins us as our guest minister today and sheds light on the land "beyond the forest," Trans Sylvum, where Unitarianism was born. We wish you all a Happy Memorial Day tomorrow!

When Spiritual but Not Religious is Not Enough

See recent pictures of our sister church in Okland and Elod Kelemen!

Join UGA doctoral student Irami Osei-Frimpong as he discusses in this virtual forum the removal of Confederate statues occurring around the U.S. including the recent removal of the Athens Confederate monument and the Lost Cause philosophy behind the placement of these statues in the first place.

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The election has already happened. At this writing, we don’t yet know the outcome. Worse yet, the uncertainty and associated tension may last for some time. The service for today will be led by interim minister Rev. Lisa R. Schwartz, and its topic will remain relatively fluid until more is known about the state and the soul of our democracy. Cause of the Month: Economic Justice Coalition

After you vote, join us as we Hold Space this evening. Share with your friends or any who want a non-political, peaceful place to be. https://www.uuathensga.org/blog/2020/10/22/holding-space/

Dear ones, please share this widely. All kind people are welcome no matter how they voted (or whether or not they voted). We'll be holding calm supportive space in which everyone can find resilience to help in these wearying days.

It’s been a tough year. Autumn brings deeper darkness to the Northern Hemisphere and a high-stakes election to our nation. We are grateful for our November theme reminding us of the importance of strength and stamina. Today is the annual bulb ceremony, and we’ll remember those we’ve lost and plant hope for our future together. Our interim minister, Rev. Lisa R. Schwartz, is leading the service. ... Cause of the Month: Economic Justice Coalition

In this week's podcast, Rev. Lisa Schwartz and Rev. Don Randall talk about managing anxiety and staying connected in this tense time.

We had a great early turnout for the drive through self care event. There’s still time to come by. We will be here until 2:30!

Come to the drive thru self care event! Wear a mask of your choice.

The past few years have been long and have strained the fabric of society. The idea of civil discourse seems to be a naive dream. Will it ever be possible to move past isolation and fear and into relationship with folks who aren’t just like us? Interim Minister Rev. Lisa Schwartz delves into the ideas that might bring balance to our lives. This month’s Cause of the Month is Support for Immigrant Families in Crisis (SIFIC).