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Trans-gressions of the Heart

On this Trans Day of Remembrance, we gather in love and solidarity to honor the lives of transgender individuals lost to violence and injustice. While we hold space for grief, we also turn our hearts toward hope—envisioning a future where every trans person is celebrated, … read more.

Resist!

In a world where many are oppressed, human rights defenders and activists step forward with courage, often risking their own lives to safeguard the dignity and freedoms of others. Their sacrifice is a profound testament to the power of community and dogged determination. Let us … read more.

Ancestor Honoring and Fire Service

Join us as we gather to honor the ancestors who have shaped our lives and communities. Through reflection, ritual, and the symbolism of fire, we will remember those who came before us—whether family, cultural, or spiritual ancestors—and celebrate their influence. This special service will include … read more.

No Tricks, All Treats!

This service will be unlike any before! Join us for extended story time on the practice of gratitude in harvest, and trick or treat during the service! Come dressed in your best Halloween costume or Samhain harvest clothing. Rev. JeKaren Olaoya provides our sermon for … read more.

Making Gratitude a Part of our Everyday Lives

As we explore this month’s theme of “Gratitude,” this Sunday we will consider practical ways that we can intentionally make gratitude a foundational part of our lives. The service includes the opportunity to craft your own thank you cards! Erin Parish facilitates the service, while … read more.

Meditation on Gratitude

In response to the storms that are rolling across the land, we will provide reflective space for gratitude, in silence, in poetry, and in community sharing. Bring your gratitudes and hallelujahs. Rev. JeKaren Olaoya is in the Fellowship’s pulpit, and Sue Boone serves as Worship … read more.

Question Box and Water Service

Just as water flows together to form a greater whole, so too do we unite in community, supporting one another in the spirit of love and mutual respect. Join us for water communion followed by a Question Box where we answer your themed questions about … read more.

A New Beginning

The Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, is not about drinking and revelry. It focuses on looking at our lives and what we can do better. It is a celebration of a new beginning and what we can become. Steve and Elise Atlas explore this theme … read more.

Hope in the Dark

When the world feels heavy and shadows seem to fall around us, hope can be our guiding light. Join us as we delve into how we can find and nurture hope even in the darkest times. Through reflection, shared stories, and community support, we will … read more.

Social Justice Democracy Service

Robert “Hutch” Hutchinson, the former three-term Alachua County Commissioner, will share pros and cons of the amendments on the November 5 ballot. This Sunday’s service is coordinated by our Fellowship’s Social Justice Democracy Committee. Erin Parish serves as worship associate. James Chase provides our story … read more.