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A New Chorus for Women that performs on the Sunday service three times a year. We meet on the 4 Mondays previous to the Sunday we perform. |
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Mondays at
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Sanctuary |
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John Hubert |
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Church Organization > Governing Documents |
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Common Interests > Events |
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The Service Auction is a wonderful evening in which you can enjoy food and fellowship and bid on an intriguing array of items in both the silent auction and the live auction. This event requires many volunteers to help in a variety of ways. Planning, obtaining donations, decorating, set-up, clean up, computer data entry, ticket sales, cashiers and much more! |
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Jan O'Reilly |
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Camping with First Universalist offers participants the benefits of camping in Colorado's beautiful surroundings with other individuals who also value the outdoor experience. Freed from the hassle of coordinating individual reservations, one of the great beauties of camping with First Universalist Church is that campers may make a last minute choice to visit for the day or stay over night. This is a great opportunity that allows members of our community to get to know each other in a less formal setting. |
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Jan O'Reilly |
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If you’re an expert chili maker, submit your chili!
We’ll have chili tastings complete with celebrity judges, voting for people’s favorites
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Saturdays at
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Friendship Hall |
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The arts and crafts fair assembles a variety of UU artists selling their own handmade art and handy work. This is a weekend event, open to the public. An array of volunteers needed to plan, and staff the sale on both Saturday and Sunday |
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Colvin Commons |
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Jan O'Reilly |
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This holiday celebration is held on the second Sunday of December. Please bring an appetizer or a dessert to share with others and enjoy some steaming wassail to chase away the winter cold. John Hubert coordinates the concert. Musicians of all ages are invited to participate. |
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Sundays at
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Sancutary and Colvin Commons |
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Leader: |
John Hubert |
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The spring plant sale coincides with Mother’s Day and includes hanging baskets and bedding plants. Orders are taken from church members and friends and submitted to a grower who delivers the order the week of Mother’s Day. A plant sale which is open to the public is held the Saturday before Mother’s Day. An array of volunteers needed to assist with the public plant sale. |
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Jan O'Reilly |
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The church garage sale is an important source of income. It takes an entire village of volunteers to plan, sort, price, stage, sell and clean-up this one day sale. |
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Jan O'Reilly |
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Each summer the church sells Colorado Palisade Peaches to our congregation as a fundraiser for our many programs. |
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Wilma Woodson |
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People come together to enjoy tasting different wines combined with exotic cheeses, followed by a sumptuous dinner and dessert. An array of volunteers needed to plan and execute this fun evening. |
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Terri Connors |
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Common Interests > The Arts |
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Join in reading and discussing some of the greatest books ever written. Upcoming titles are publicized in the Unigram. The group usually meets on the Third Monday of the month. |
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Mondays at
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Room 3 |
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Anne Yondorf |
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The UU Movie group assembles 2-3 times a month, usually Friday or Saturday, and usually for independent/art films, with an occasional blockbuster. We often head for a watering hole afterward for discussion and it's sometimes even about the movie! |
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Sanctuary |
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Diane Pugh |
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Gather after church to watch and discuss an opera, and bring a brown bag lunch on the third Sunday of each month, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm when there are two services, 12:15 pm to 3:00 pm during the summer in Room 3. |
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Sundays at
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Gavin Mallett |
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Theater buffs share a potluck dinner and read an engaging one-act play on the third Saturday of the month. The potluck begins at 5:30 pm and play reading starts at 7:15 pm. |
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Saturdays at
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Jo Hehnke |
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Common Interests > Caring For Each Other |
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The members of this committee assist church members in times of need. A call to the church office from a member or friend enables this group to provide a helping hand. They call church members to congratulate them on their anniversary of joining the church. They also maintain a “watch list” of those who have special needs or are homebound. The committee acknowledges the illnesses of members of the congregation |
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Joyce Quigley |
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The Ministry to Seniors Committee coordinates a number of programs to better serve the seniors in the congregation. These include the Friday Morning Discussion Group, a support group for seniors, a monthly luncheon on the first Friday of the month, and Provide-a-Ride. |
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Aaron McEmrys |
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The Pastoral Care Task Force is responsible for developing pastoral care resources and programs to serve the members and friends of our church. |
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Barbara Snook |
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Common Interests > Connections |
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This is a wonderful way for families, individuals, and couples to share camaraderie, casseroles and community. The dinners are held in members' homes on the second Saturday of each month at about 4:30 pm. This intergenerational buffet style potluck is a way for all ages to get together to socialize in an enjoyable, relaxed atmosphere. |
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Dawn O'Neil |
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Discussions on interesting topics in any area imaginable and presentations by members and guest speakers. Coffee is served. |
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Fridays at
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Friendship Hall 4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Ed Schreiber |
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This is a series of eight monthly potluck dinners for 8 to 18 people (depending on the number that the host can accommodate). The dinners are held on the first Saturday of the month at host homes, October through May. The host sets the menu and asks participants to bring a specific dish to share (e.g. appetizer, salad, side dishes, dessert, wine, entrée, etc.). The host also sets the time for the dinner, which usually starts around 6:00 pm. The groupings each month are different, which makes this a good mixer. Participants include singles and couples. It is expected that a participant will host at least once. |
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Gene Jurado |
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“WAW!” dinners are held on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, beginning the 4th Wednesday in September and continuing through May. Meals are catered by ethnic restaurants or prepared by our Hospitality Committee. Dinner begins at 6:30 pm and concludes by 7:30 pm. Attendees are asked to RSVP. The cost of the dinner is $8 for adults and youth 13 and older, children 4 to 12 is $3. Newborns to 3 are free. |
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Wednesdays at
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4101 E. Hampden AVe |
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Carole Duncan |
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Common Interests > Games |
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We play bridge (Standard American Bridge, five card majors) at the church two evenings each month, scheduling each game in advance to have four players at each table. By reservation. |
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Mondays at
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Friendship Hall |
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Carmen Schwartz |
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We play bridge (Standard American Bridge, five card majors) at the church two evenings each month, scheduling each game in advance to have four players at each table. By reservation. |
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Joyce Quigley |
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Common Interests > Men's Programs |
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There is a monthly program on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm from September through June. Consult the Unigram for details. |
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Thursdays at
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Rick Granquist |
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First Universalist Men is lead by a Steering Council and decisions are reached by consensus. The men on the Steering Council meet monthly to plan programs. |
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Rick Granquist |
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The annual Renewal Weekend is held in late April or early May at Highlands Camp & Retreat Center in Allenspark, Colorado. Program themes have included: Finding Treasure (2005), Creating Your Own Balance (2006), and The Power of Passages (2007). |
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Leader: |
Rick Granquist |
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If you are interested in being apart of a men's support group, please contact us. We have several closed support groups that meet weekly and start new groups when we receive sufficient interest |
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First Universalist |
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Leader: |
Rick Granquist |
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The Pancake Breakfast is held on the Saturday morning of the Mother’s Day weekend from 8:00 am until 11:00 am. Good food and fellowship are on the menu. The pancake breakfast s hosted by First Universalist Men |
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Saturdays at
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Rick Granquist |
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Common Interests > Spiritual Exploration |
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Meetings are centered around readings and discussions to integrate key elements of Buddhism into one's life and practice. The group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays with stting meditation at 7:30, discussion at 8:00. |
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Thursdays at
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Gary Reser |
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Silent retreats are held 2-3 times a year at various retreat centers; some for a weekend, others for an afternoon. Elements include soul nurturing, silence and contemplation, hiking, drumming, and just being. Cost and other information are published in the Unigram. |
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Kathryn Jens |
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Common Interests > Young Adult Programs |
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Our soccer team plays with a local rec league. UUnited has been a force to be reckoned since bursting on the soccer scene in 2007! |
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Cody Hufstedler |
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This group offers social and spiritual activities for young adults (ages 18-35). Meetings are held at church along with other activities. Subscribe to our e-mail at http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=42879/*http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FirstU_YoungAdults |
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Tracy Maxwell |
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Connections > Administration |
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The Membership Committee supports interested newcomers as they explore the path to becoming a member of First Universalist Church. They offer orientation programs and organize new member receptions four times a year. |
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Mondays at
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Room 4 |
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Leader: |
Mary Emlen |
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The Right Relations Task Force works to cultivate right relations within the congregation. This includes training involving Healthy Congregations, the right relations covenant, conflict resolution, and interventions involving mediation. |
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Charlie Campbell |
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This committee maintains our connections with the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and Mountain Desert District (MDD), makes recommendations for delegates to represent the church at various local, regional, and national gatherings of UUs, and conducts a parish poll on issues for the agenda of the annual General Assembly of the UUA. |
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Pris Ledbury |
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The Partner Church Task Force coordinates activities involving our partner church in Kövend, Transylvania, including raising funds for a scholarship program to help village children attend high school. |
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4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Jo Hehnke |
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Dream Summit > Dream Maps |
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Education > Leadership |
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This committee maintains records, documents, pictures, etc. of the history of the First Universalist Church of Denver. It educates members about our history and that of the Unitarian Universalist movement. |
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Larry Bohning |
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The Cole Book Store Team manages the operations of the Cole Bookstore, which is open every Sunday morning and at other selected events. |
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4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Diane Pugh |
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Education > Adult |
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This Sunday morning discussion group discusses topics ranging from the arts to politics to religion. Usually a guest speaker presents a lecture, which is followed by a spirited discussion. |
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Colvin Commons |
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Leader: |
Earl Staelin |
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Education > Leadership |
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The Religious Education Committee sets goals and policies for the church school, reviews curricula, supports planning for service projects and special events, helps recruit teachers, and helps welcome new families. The RE program is supported by more than 80 volunteers. These include teachers, youth advisors, office support, nursery volunteers, etc. For more information please get a copy of the annual Program Guide for Religious Education. |
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4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Erica Stetson |
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Getting Connected > Assimilation Workshops |
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Leader: |
Janice A Dau |
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Governance > Governance |
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The Board of Trustees is elected by the congregation at a congregational meeting in the spring. There are nine members on the Board, each of whom is elected for three years. The Moderator and Secretary for the coming year are elected by the Board to a one year term prior to the congregational meeting where new trustees are elected. The Board meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 pm. |
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Mondays at
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4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Jeff Baldwin |
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The Committee on Ministry has six lay members. The professional ministers are ex officio (non voting) members. Lay members are elected for two year terms with the election of three new members to the committee each year. The committee works with the ministerial staff and lay leaders to evaluate and promote the overall effectiveness of the ministry of the congregation. |
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4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Mimzy Tackney-Moen |
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The Nominations Committee is composed of seven members, all of whom are elected to two year terms, with annual election of four members alternating with election of three members. The Nominations Committee publicizes, solicits, and submits the names of all qualified candidates for vacant positions on the Board of Trustees, the Committee on Ministry, and the Nominations Committee. |
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4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Thomas Abood |
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This women’s discussion group reads and discusses books on topics of general interest. The group meets the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 9:30 am (year-round) in Room 4 at church. |
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Room 4 |
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Leader: |
Lois Howard |
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This women’s group shares joys and concerns in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Meets weekly on Tuesdays, year-round, at 7:00 pm in Room 3. |
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Meets on: |
Tuesdays at
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Room 3 |
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Leader: |
Mary Mallett |
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Our Chalice Circles are small groups that meet one to two times a month. Chalice Circles are closed, intimate groups of individuals committed to attendance, therefore creating a safe environment to share. These groups are opened from time to time to new members. Also, new groups will be formed as a need arises. |
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Kendra Quinn |
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WomenSong celebrates the sacred strength and wisdom of women. Our goal is to provide a time and a place for UU women to join together for meaningful sharing and bonding.
All women are warmly invited to join us any First Sunday of the Month from 6:15 to 7:45 pm for our Drop-In Meetings. There will be a topic to consider and time to share. |
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Sundays at
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Location: |
Room 12 |
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Leader: |
Kendra Quinn |
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There is a monthly program on the third Thursday of the month at 7 pm from September through June. Consult the Unigram for more details |
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Thursdays at
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Leader: |
Rick Granquist |
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I want to volunteer! > Sundays |
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The Ministry of All Members is comprised of simple tasks necessary for our Sunday morning services to be warm and welcoming. As members, it is reasonable to volunteer four times a year. Please check it out! It is that easy! |
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Leader: |
Terri Connors |
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Intergenerational Music > Instrumental |
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Musicians of all ages are invited to rehearse music in preparation for the early service on Christmas Eve and Easter. |
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Sundays |
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Sanctuary |
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Music > Administration |
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Works with the Artistic Director of our concert series to promote and facilitate upcoming concerts. |
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John Hubert |
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In conjunction with the Director of Music, the Music Committee will coordinate, advise, and serve as an advocate for all the music programs at First Universalist. |
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Sundays at
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Location: |
Room 4 |
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Leader: |
Judy Phillipe |
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Music > Choral Music |
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A group of 16 auditioned voices that sing early music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
We rehearse Wednesdays at 6:15 pm in the Sanctuary and perform once a month from September through May. |
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Wednesdays at
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Location: |
4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
John Hubert |
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A group of 50+ people who sing repertoire from the many genres of Classical music, Musical theatre, music from other cultures, and vocal jazz. We are a delightful group of people who like to have fun while making wonderful music. We rehearse Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:45 pm in the Sanctuary and perform twice a month on Sunday morning from September to May. All are welcome! |
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Wednesdays at
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
John Hubert |
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Music > Children's Music |
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Open to all children grades 2/3-5. Our purpose is to continue developing the voice and to introduce the children to melodic and percussive Orff instruments. The Chalice Flames meet on Thursdays from 5:45-6:30pm in the Sanctuary and perform at both worship services on Sunday once a month. |
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Thursdays at
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
John Hubert |
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Open to all Youth in grades 6 though 8. Rehearsals are the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month from 1:30 – 2:30. We sing and perform on the Sonor Orff instruments during the Sunday services once a month. |
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Sundays at
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
John Hubert |
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Open to all children grades K-2. We will introduce each child to the interactive wonders of music through games, songs, and experiences. We will have fun learning all the parts that make up music and deepen the desire to sing!
The Chalice Sparks meet on Thursdays from 5:00-5:30pm in the Sanctuary and perform at the first worship service on Sunday once a month. |
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Meets on: |
Thursdays at
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Location: |
4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
John Hubert |
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Music > Small Music Groups |
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The Jazz Band meets about twice a month and performs two times in the fall and two times in the spring/winter. We are working up an impressive catalogue of standards that we love to perform. |
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Leader: |
Mark Jennings |
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Anyone is welcome to join and sit in with our rock band. We rehearse on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from 7:00 to 9 pm. |
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Mondays at
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Location: |
4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Pam Donnelly |
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The trio is an innovative group of musicians who always provide unique arrangements of a wide array of tunes. There influences include the blues, gospel, and classical genres. |
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Leader: |
Barry Albright |
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Music > Musical Theatre |
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Each year, we have a Christmas pageant/ musical on the third Sunday in December. |
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4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
John Hubert |
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Each year, members of our music program compile a musical revue to kick-off our annual canvass. The musicals are guaranteed to make you laugh as you empty your pocketbook! |
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Leader: |
John Hubert |
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Operations > Finance & Fund Development |
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Members of the Finance Committee work with the senior minister and management team to oversee the financial practices and procedures of the church, including budgeting, budget monitoring and pledge monitoring. |
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Leader: |
Janice A Dau |
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Description: |
Team members sell grocery certificates for King Soopers, Safeway, and Vitamin Cottage as a fundraiser for the church every Sunday morning. The church earns 5% on the face value of each grocery certificate or card. |
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Leader: |
Jo Hehnke |
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Members and friends of First Universalist Church of Denver who have made a special gift are eligible to be members of the Legacy Society. An annual reception will be held and special recognition given. For those who wish to remain anonymous, their wishes will be respected. |
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Leader: |
George Belsey |
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Operations > Office Support |
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The Office Volunteers and volunteer receptionists assist in staffing the office, answering the telephone, preparing mailings, filing, data entry and other tasks critical to the support of the church office. |
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Location: |
4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Paul Belden |
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Operations > Finance & Fund Development |
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Description: |
The mission of the Stewardship Committee to provide sustained congregational awareness of the importance of generous giving as part of one's spiritual life. Our most important activity is handling our Canvass wherein most of the money is pledged to support the annual operating budget. |
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Location: |
4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Charlie Lyon |
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Operations > Office Support |
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Description: |
Every two weeks on Monday, a group of volunteers get our bi-monthly newsletter (the Unigram) ready for mailing. |
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Meets on: |
Mondays at
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Leader: |
Marc Goodbody |
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Operations > Facility |
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The Art Committee organizes art shows several times a year in Friendship Hall. They choose the artists, assist in displaying the art, provide publicity through church publications, and raise money for the church from the 20% commission that the church receives on all works sold during the exhibit. |
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Leader: |
Ann White |
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This Committee meets monthly to coordinate work that needs to be done on our building and the grounds surrounding it. Members of the committee do some of the actual physical work, obtain bids for larger jobs (e.g., the parking lot, sidewalk repair), and coordinate a work day once or twice a year. The committee also works closely with companies who provide ongoing services to the church (e.g., landscaping, snow removal, etc.) |
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Location: |
4101 E Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Terry O'Reilly |
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Operations > Hospitality |
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The Hospitality Committee provides support for church events involving food including the coordination of What a Wednesday dinners. They plan the Holiday party held in December, the reception following the Christmas Eve services, the church's annual birthday celebration, the all church picnic held on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend, the ice cream social held on ingathering Sunday, and much more. |
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Leader: |
Carole Duncan |
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Social Justice > Task Forces |
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This Task Force works to provide information on end-of-life care issues. |
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Leader: |
Nancy Bale |
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Description: |
This task force has been educating the public about GLBT issues. |
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Leader: |
Pris Ledbury |
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Description: |
The task force adapted an environmental guide for use in Denver, which is being promoted by the Mayor’s Office. The guide is being used by Green Teams to help people adopt more environmentally positive lifestyles. |
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Leader: |
Martha Davis |
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Description: |
This task force is educating people about the health care crisis in America and the benefits of a universal health care system to make sure that every person has access to affordable health care. |
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Leader: |
Lois Schafer |
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Description: |
Working with the Habitat Interfaith Alliance, the task force is preparing to build their 5th home with the Luna family at 3511 Williams in Denver. |
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Leader: |
Crystal Reser |
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Description: |
The Human Rights Task Force raises awareness of current social injustices and emergency crises on both a local and national basis. Its primary focus is on Economic Justice, Environmental Justice, Civil Liberties, and Rights in Humanitarian Crises. Past efforts have included the Gulf Coast clean-up following |
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Leader: |
Dan Moen |
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Social Justice > Economic Justice |
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This is Denver’s only daytime center for homeless women & children. We sell greeting cards made by homeless women who then receive the proceeds. |
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Leader: |
Charlene Davis |
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Our donations of food, clothing, and money support people and families in need. |
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Leader: |
Jean James |
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Description: |
The holiday giving tree provides Christmas gifts to deserving people in metro-Denver. |
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Leader: |
Pris Ledbury |
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Description: |
Urban Peak operates a shelter to serve homeless and runaway youth. We serve dinner at the shelter five times a year. |
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Description: |
The Market supports artisans, especially women, in third-world countries. |
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Leader: |
Janet Melody |
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Social Justice > Human Rights |
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Youth & adults from the church march to witness against racism. |
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Location: |
City Park |
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Leader: |
Roland Halpern |
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Our annual Halloween Carnival raises money for UNICEF. |
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Leader: |
Peggy Nagle |
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Social Justice > Education |
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Our members volunteer to tutor adults from diverse communities seeking a GED and other skills to obtain a job. |
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Leader: |
Toni Nading |
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Social Justice > Health and Human Services |
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Description: |
Youth and adults participate in the annual AIDS walk to raise money to combat AIDS. |
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Leader: |
Kendra Quinn |
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Provides counseling and financial support for poor women considering abortion. |
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Leader: |
Rhoda Whitney |
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Social Justice > Environmental Justice |
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This group holds this annual event in Magna Carta Park next to the church. Exhibitors come from all over the state to educate and enrich all ages with information to work toward a sustainable future. |
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Location: |
4101 E. Hampden Ave |
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Leader: |
Marilyn Halpern |
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Stewardship & Financial Support > 2010-2011 Canvass |
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Worship > Worship |
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Description: |
The Worship Committee works with the senior minister to create meaningful worship services and to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of the services. Members of the committee serve as worship associates. The committee also plans and coordinates the summer services. |
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Leader: |
Gretchen Haley |
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