Classes
Chalice Circles
Friday Night Live!
Sunday Forums

Classes

The First Unitarian Universalist Congregation offers a wide variety of classes taught by ministers, staff, members of the congregation, and guest speakers. To register, complete the on-line registration form and either mail or drop it off at the main office. You may also call the Religious Education Office to request to be registered for a particular class.

We do not charge fees for classes unless food is provided or special materials are needed. If a fee is charged, you may provide payment by cash, check, or credit card. Checks should be payable to First UU Congregation with the course name included in the memo line. Full or partial scholarships are available upon request. Child care can be arranged at no charge, but you must request it one week before the event.

Chalice Circles

Join Us on the Quest for Spiritual Growth and Fellowship.

Are you looking for a way to deepen your spirituality and understanding of Unitarian Universalism in a small group setting? Consider a new eight month adventure which begins each fall when groups of 8-12 spiritual explorers gather to form a Chalice Circle. Trained co-leaders will guide the quest. Childcare is available.

As a member of a Chalice Circle you can expect to:

1. Develop deeper relationships with a small group of others within the UUAA Congregation.
2. Participate in meaningful conversations about what is important in life.
3. Discover what you really value and express those values in action.
4. Listen and to be listened to on a deep level.
5. Engage your heart, mind, and soul in conversation with others.
6. Experience a high level of caring and intimacy.
7. Identify and use your spiritual gifts.
8. Give back to the congregation through a one time group service project.

The program is guided by a steering committee, which coordinates the program, develops curriculum and facilitates training. Current members include Sally Hattig, Dixie Hibner, Jenny Kropf, George Lavoie. Shannon O'Day, Ginger Luke (Interim Minister of Religious Education), and Terri Wilkerson (Steering Committee Chair).

Chalice Circles will be formed this fall on a first applied, first assigned basis. As circles fill, a waiting list of interested participants will be maintained with the intent that additional Chalice Circles will be formed as co-facilitators volunteer, are trained, and offer additional opportunities.

If you are interested in learning more about the Chalice Circle program, joining a Chalice Circle, or becoming a facilitator, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Friday Night Live!

First and Third Fridays, October - May

All ages, with or without children, are welcome!

6-7 p.m. Dinner (vegetarian options available). Please sign up in the social hall after services or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . We need to know how many are coming to set up and purchase food. With a commitment to be as gentle with our earth as is possible, please bring your own table setting. There will be a minimum charge to pay for the food.

7-7:30 All Ages Worship

7:30 to 9:00 p.m. Activities, Classes and Movie

If you have ideas for a theme or activity, would like to teach a class or share a presentation, or offer ideas for food, please send e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Join us for an evening of fun and friendship!

Sunday Forums

Forums are held from September - June between services (at 10:45) and following second service (at 12:45) on designated Sundays.

These conversations with either First UU leaders or outside community leaders bring together the diverse resources of our community to provide a wellspring for inspiration, insight, and knowledge. A time for questions and discussion will follow the presentation by our speakers.