Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. via Zoom How about some good news for a change? KISS THE GROUND unveils a game-changer to our climate crisis: the Earth’s own soil. Here it is…we can reverse global warming. The solution is called “Regenerative Agriculture,” and this film presents the research, practice, and hope we need to … Continued
The Humanist Group has voted to adopt the following policy statement: As members of the Humanist group we believe that participatory democracy is essential in a society dedicated to the flourishing of its members. We believe in increasing participation in our democracy, not limiting or restricting access to the ballot box. Efforts to restrict voting … Continued
We’re highlighting members of the First Unitarian Board of Trustees so you can get to know them better! Your Board of Trustees includes Margie Gonwa, Amos Biggers, Tim Arehart, Richard Pardo, Cheryl Wegner, Ezrina Bradley, Evelyn Johnson, and Mary Clare Bietila (alternate Trustee). Born and raised in the Chicagoland area, Ezrina Bradley has a Bachelors in General and Integrative Studies with concentrations in … Continued
In June 2023, we will vote on the candidate we select to become our new permanent Minister. But many actions and activities must occur before we reach that point, and soon we’ll post an overview of the process so you know what will be happening and when and what your role is. Our first activity will be … Continued
First Unitarian is happy to welcome new members Daughon Langner, Virginia Pace, Ross Blythe, and Karen Brooker, who joined in December, 2021. We will feature our new members with their bios in the weekly email so you can get to know them. Today we introduce you to Ross Blythe. Ross Blythe has lived in the Midwest all his life … Continued
We’re highlighting members of the First Unitarian Board of Trustees so you can get to know them better! Your Board of Trustees includes Margie Gonwa, Amos Biggers, Tim Arehart, Richard Pardo, Cheryl Wegner, Ezrina Bradley, Evelyn Johnson, and Mary Clare Bietila (alternate Trustee). Cheryl Wegner, Trustee Years ago, Cheryl took an online test entitled “What is Your Religion?” … Continued
First Unitarian welcomes Elizabeth McCreless to our staff as the new Director of Lifespan Religious Education. This expanded position will support both our youth and adult religious learning programs. She brings 10 years of experience in education and nonprofit administration, including with churches and interfaith initiatives. She recently left her role at the Partnership to Educate … Continued
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of long-time First Unitarian member, Dr. Rosecrain Collins, Jr, on Sunday, Janaury 20, 2022, at the age of 92. Born in Nashville, TN, he attended public schools and graduated from Tennessee State University, receiving a B.S. degree in Biology in 1952. He served in the U. S. Army earning the rank of Sergeant before … Continued
The Board of Trustees has been monitoring the COVID-19 Dashboard for Chicago in order to assess the risk of holding in-person services and events on the church property. As of February 5, the COVID dashboard shows that Chicago is no longer at the Severe risk level. Accordingly, the Board has determined that we may resume in-person Sunday services as of February 13. … Continued
First Unitarian is happy to welcome new members Daughon Langner, Virginia Pace, Ross Blythe, and Karen Brooker, who joined in December, 2021. We are featuring our new members with their bios in the weekly email so the you can get to know them. Today we introduce you to Daughon Langner and Karen Brooker. Daughon and … Continued
