Paint was applied, bromeliads were trimmed and transplanted, drainage issues studied and addressed, mulch moved in the Community Garden, and more-and a reward of conversation and snacks at the end!
Church Events
The Joy of Flowers
The Pulpit Flowers Group and Flower Garden Team contribute so much to our members’ and friends’ joy. The following are photos of most of our Pulpit Flower givers. We thank them all.
Linda P., the force guiding our celebration of flowers, writes the following:
Our purpose is to provide fresh flowers for display in the sanctuary to enhance Sunday Services, and provide flowers for church meetings, church members, as well as the Care Team, Minister and others to take to those towhom they minister.
The flowers growing in our flower garden which is located at the front of the Enrichment Center are for all the church members/friends/staff and other associated folks/charities.
Some of the members of our group work in the Church Flower Garden help to grow flowers. Some of our members provide fresh flower arrangements from our garden and/or other sources to embellish our Sunday services.
We invite you to sign up to bring flowers once or more per year in memory of loved ones/causes or in celebration of memorable achievements, etc. Or, just because you want to bring flowers for all to enjoy! Email: flowers@orlandouu.org and Linda P. will respond to help you arrange for a specific date.
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Black Cat Café Open Mic
Friday, May 10th, 6:30 to 10:00 pm
The Black Cat Café will be live in Gore Hall at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando. Join others and share your love of live performance at the Black Cat Café for a positive experience. Or, just come and enjoy the show. Doors open at 6:30 pm for signup and performances begin at 7:00.
1U Book Club Continues!
Discussion of “On Repentance and Repair” ends April 18th, and “Disability Visibility” begins May 2nd!
Free Handbell Concert April 29, 2024
1U is proud to host the Magic of Bronze Handbell Ensemble as their home for rehearsals.
On Monday, April 29, 2024 at 7:45pm, they will be performing for us in Gore Hall as an open dress rehearsal for an upcoming concert series. The performance is titled, “Celestial Cadences, A handbell voyage in space and time” and will include music from Star Wars, Star Trek, and more.
Please plan to come support “our” handbell ensemble and enjoy an evening of beautiful music.
Beyond the Binary April 27, 2024
Beyond the Binary
To register go here: https://www.uua.org/southern/calendar/region/beyond-binary
Registration closes April 20th.
Join us for a day of creating community with transgender, nonbinary folx, and our allies.
Who is this for:
- LGBTQ+ Friends and Family, Straight and cis-gender
- Religious and non-religious community, who would like to learn more.
Programming Plans for Saturday, April 27th
(subject to change)
All the following as well as digital content recordings and materials from the other locations will be emailed to registered participants after the event.
Keynote Program will be:
- The Making of a King: Drag Workshop 101 – Streamed Live from Syracuse
with Buck Wylde - Discussion Groups live on premises.
- Lunch On The Premises
- Gender Education 101- Gender Identity, Language and Building Community
- Facilitated Discussions for the Trans and Queer Community: The Intersection of Gender, Sexuality and Spirituality
- Update on Legislation in our State
Information Session on Our Whole Lives Education.
THE PLEDGE Central Florida at 1U and Beyond
Commit at 1U and online at the website below.
“Hate cannot drive out hate,
only love can do that.”
— Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Right here in Central Florida, many in our community are living in fear — fear for their own safety, fear for the well-being of their children, and fear of practicing their religion and identifying with their culture.
This IS who we are
We are committed to the promise that Central Florida is a safe community for all who live here and for all future generations. We pledge to protect and value each of our neighbors, especially those who are being threatened or feel unsafe.
We are committed to the promise that Central Florida is a safe community for all who live here and for all future generations. We pledge to protect and value each of our neighbors, especially those who are being threatened or feel unsafe.
I WILL lead by example, treating all people, especially those with whom I disagree, with kindness and respect.
I WILL refrain from inflammatory words and actions, and actively support those being attacked.
I WILL report threatening incidents of hate and violence to 800-423 TIPS (8477)
I WILL educate myself about antisemitism, Islamophobia, racism, homophobia, and all other forms of discrimination, and help others in my circle of influence to do the same. I WILL lead by example, treating all. See website and learn more.
Celebrating the Sacred Web with Food and Information – Sunday, April 14
The Green Mini-Fair after The Sacred Web service was bountiful. Tables sharing information: Go Solar, Gardener’s Corner, GO Energy Efficient, Zero Waste Lifestyle,Mystic Grove Corner and the Right Place, Right Plant table (with plants to take home). Furthering the message of green, no paper products and vegetarian foods. Thank you Green Team. And, remember Earth Day at Lake Eola on April 20.
Save the Date for June 12 Blood Drive!
Lives can be saved through your blood donation! All blood types are needed!
Next donation date:
- June 12, 2024
Appointments are available from 8:30 am-1:30 pm. Make an appointment to reserve your spot at oneblood.org. First Unitarian is the sponsor of this event when you make your appointment.
Be sure to be well hydrated and eat well before you donate. This is particularly important when daily temperatures are high.
First Unitarian Church of Orlando is located at 1901 E. Robinson Street Orlando 32803.
PLAN AHEAD
We have the new dates for 2024-2025 scheduled!
- June 12, 2024
- August 7, 2024
- October 2, 2024
- November 27, 2024
- January 22, 2025
Contact blooddrive@orlandouu.org with questions. Thank you for giving!
The Pledge asks each of us to look out for each other.
The Central Florida Pledge is a call to action for residents of Central Florida who are tired of hateful discourse and want to create a safe and inclusive community for all. The Pledge asks residents to commit to treating all people with kindness and respect, especially those with whom they disagree.
The organizers ask residents of central Florida to commit to THE CENTRAL FLORIDA PLEDGE and help eliminate all forms of harassment, hate speech, or persecution directed toward any group who resides in our community!
Building a Better Community is the goal and THE PLEDGE asks you to sign in Agreement to be and act as follows:
I WILL lead by example, treating all people, especially those with whom I disagree, with kindness and respect
I WILL refrain from inflammatory words and actions, and actively support those being attacked
I WILL report threatening incidents of hate and violence to 800-423-TIPS (8477)
I WILL educate myself about antisemitism, Islamophobia, racism, homophobia, and all other forms of discrimination, and help others in my circle of influence to do the same
Go to the website to learn more and to sign. Check out THE PLEDGE in Gore Hall. Whether you sign or not, know about THE PLEDGE and protect others as is needed. Refer people to this effort who may be be helped knowing of this community support and those who want to build a better community.
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