The International Rescue Committee has partnered with the Greater Gainesville International center with refugee resettlement . They have been given the extraordinary responsibility to resettle many families in the Gainesville area, with more projected to come in 2025. This work is extremely demanding, time-intensive and … read more.

All over the world many people fear that we are on the verge of a third world war. How is this possible? What do military thinkers feel the possibilities are? And why is it that religious people are often part of the cause and the … read more.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.