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“In-Person Outdoor Water Communion Worship Service”
“In-Person Outdoor Water Communion Worship Service”
There are as many different ways of engaging in worship as there are people. Join us, as the traditional water communion ritual is woven into a walking worship experience. Our beautiful outdoor sanctuary will form the background for this exploration of the inner landscape of our own hearts and souls and our connection to our … Continued
Coming of Age
Coming of Age
Session meeting for Coming of Age program, open to all youth grades 6th through 12th. Please RSVP for these in-person meetings. Registered youth qualify for the Boston Bounders program, with participation expectations. Contact Emily Emerson Paige at familyministries@boiseuu.org for more information.
2 events,
Monday Meditation
Monday Meditation
Start your week off with this Monday Morning Meditation lead by BUUF members. Meeting ID: 874 750 248 Passcode: chalice Virtual Meditation: https://bit.ly/37VcZxz
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3 events,
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Racial Justice Ministry informal time for sharing our experiences and questions as we come to terms with life in a white patriarchal culture. A time to support each other on this journey. Meeting ID: 852 7192 7329 Password: chalice Virtual Coffee Circle: bit.ly/3edqCcM
BUUF Choir
BUUF Choir
Choir meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at BUUF. All who have the desire to sing are welcome. Contact Carrie Bastian to find out if the choir will be meeting this day.
Womyn on the Verge 2
Womyn on the Verge 2
This is a closed small group meeting. For more information, please contact group organizers. Meeting ID: 712 624 092 Password: chalice Virtual Verge: https://bit.ly/39QYDPS
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“Cultivating Gratitude & Kindness” via Virtual Sanctuary
“Cultivating Gratitude & Kindness” via Virtual Sanctuary
Service by Rev. Sara LaWall & Rachel Murphy Did you know practices of gratitude and kindness make you healthier and happier? Isn't that what we all need right now? Not to mention that gratitude and kindness are vital factors in cultivating relationships (this month's spiritual theme). Join us as we kick-off this year's Annual Giving … Continued
Bylaws Revision Discussion
Bylaws Revision Discussion
Upcoming Congregational Conversation: Sunday, October 3rd, after worship in main zoom room Topic: Membership Bylaws Revision Congregational Engagement Process We have divided the discussion of the bylaws into five key areas (membership; meetings & decision making; meetings & voting; public statements & resolutions; and other topics). Beginning in October, we will host monthly congregational conversations … Continued
Boston Bounders Party
Boston Bounders Party
First official Boston Bounders event of the year, participating Bounder families are invited to join a opening party in-person on our grounds. Games and lunch provided.
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Monday Meditation
Monday Meditation
Start your week off with this Monday Morning Meditation lead by BUUF members. Meeting ID: 874 750 248 Passcode: chalice Virtual Meditation: https://bit.ly/37VcZxz
2 events,
Social Justice Council Meeting
Social Justice Council Meeting
This is the monthly meeting of the Social Justice Council. For more information, contact Jim Bigelow. Meeting ID: 830 8051 1162 Password: chalice Virtual Meeting: https://bit.ly/3mV263y
Men’s Covenant Group
Men’s Covenant Group
The BUUF Men’s Covenant Group invites all members and friends identifying as male to join us for this informal group. The group generally meets the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays of the month at 7:00pm, for socializing or to discuss a topic chosen by a rotating meeting leader. Starting 12/7/2021, we plan to resume meeting … Continued
2 events,
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Racial Justice Ministry informal time for sharing our experiences and questions as we come to terms with life in a white patriarchal culture. A time to support each other on this journey. Meeting ID: 852 7192 7329 Password: chalice Virtual Coffee Circle: bit.ly/3edqCcM
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1 event,
Pagan Nature Spirituality Group
Pagan Nature Spirituality Group
Newcomers and seekers welcome! The BUUF Pagan Nature Spirituality Group offers a space for those of Earth-centered belief to inform, explore and practice their traditions. Blessed Be! Meeting ID: 810 6920 7175 Passcode: chalice Virtual Exploration: https://bit.ly/3oGFjJT
1 event,
CCT Meeting
CCT Meeting
This is the monthly planning meeting of the Congregational Care Team. This is a closed group meeting. For more information about the Congregational Care Team, please contact Team leader, Debbie Foster. Meeting ID: 836 3101 7072 Password: chalice Virtual Meeting: https://bit.ly/2I4lThb
4 events,
“Cultivating Relationship with Yourself” via Virtual Sanctuary
“Cultivating Relationship with Yourself” via Virtual Sanctuary
with Rev. Sara LaWall & Gwyn Reid Who are you? If you could describe yourself without naming any of your roles, what would you say? What would it feel like if we asked each other "Who are you" instead of, "What do you do?" Certainly this pandemic has taught us much about our deepest selves … Continued
BUUF Town Hall
BUUF Town Hall
Reverend Sara, Board President Sarah Cox, and members of the Worship and RE Teams will be on hand to talk about our COVID guidelines, Worship and RE plans for the coming months, and whither goest BUUF. We will be open to your questions and give you our best answers. A Town Hall on Zoom is … Continued
Coming of Age
Coming of Age
Session meeting for Coming of Age program, open to all youth grades 6th through 12th. Please RSVP for these in-person meetings. Registered youth qualify for the Boston Bounders program, with participation expectations. Contact Emily Emerson Paige at familyministries@boiseuu.org for more information.
The Other Book Club
The Other Book Club
Join other book enthusiasts for lively conversation on a monthly book title. Oct. 10th we will be discussing The Friend by Sigrid Nunez. Sheryce Davis will lead the discussion. Meeting ID: 884 0196 6059 Password: chalice Virtual Club: https://bit.ly/2U0Jhz3
3 events,
Monday Meditation
Monday Meditation
Start your week off with this Monday Morning Meditation lead by BUUF members. Meeting ID: 874 750 248 Passcode: chalice Virtual Meditation: https://bit.ly/37VcZxz
Engaging Space Implementation Task Force
Engaging Space Implementation Task Force
Closed Task Force meeting. Meeting ID: 841 8600 8500 Passcode: chalice Virtual meeting: https://bit.ly/3kG1CQu
Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
“Misconceptions of Native North Americans and Their Relevance for Boise.” In recognition of Indigenous People’s Day and our Indigenous neighbors, the Racial Justice Ministry of Boise Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will host a program featuring Dr. Kimberly Marshall addressing “Misconceptions of Native North Americans and Their Relevance for Boise.” The meeting is open to all wishing … Continued
2 events,
Drop-In Poetry Workshop
Drop-In Poetry Workshop
Join Deb Smith for this opportunity to discuss and explore poetry. If you are new to BUUF or new to poetry, this may be the connection you are looking for. Each session starts with a topic or theme, and then attendees will listen, read, write, and share poetry as they desire. We are all poets--some … Continued
Moms Demand Action
Moms Demand Action
Contact MOMS DEMAND ACTION Boise Chapter for more information. Monthly Chapter meeting- group will continue to meet outdoors with Covid precautions until further notice. We welcome anyone interested in what we do! We are an open inclusive group that would welcome anyone to join our movement to end gun violence. We value diversity, equity and … Continued
3 events,
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Racial Justice Ministry informal time for sharing our experiences and questions as we come to terms with life in a white patriarchal culture. A time to support each other on this journey. Meeting ID: 852 7192 7329 Password: chalice Virtual Coffee Circle: bit.ly/3edqCcM
Wednesday Chalice Circle
Wednesday Chalice Circle
Chalice Circle based on the Soul Matters Monthly theme based Curriculum. The group takes time to share with one another and participate in activities during the meeting. Some work on optional exercises between groups as well. This group meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month. All are welcome! Meeting ID: 880 5199 … Continued
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Safety Preparedness Committee
Safety Preparedness Committee
Monthly meeting of the Safety Preparedness Committee. For more information, contact team leader Allie Gooding. Meeting ID: 168 871 886 Password: chalice Virtual Team Meeting: https://bit.ly/3mQmvq8
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“When a Stranger Appears at Your Door” via Virtual Sanctuary
“When a Stranger Appears at Your Door” via Virtual Sanctuary
Hospitality is an ancient cultural and religious practice, one that roots and flowers particularly in harsh climates. We can find this in places from the Middle East to Newfoundland, Canada. In this time of so many challenges, what do rituals of hospitality have to offer us here and now? Rev. Monica Jacobson-Tennessen is the minister … Continued
Courtyard Conversations
Courtyard Conversations
It’s been a long slog over the past year and a half! Fortunately, BUUF has adapted admirably to the Covid pandemic by imaginative uses of virtual meeting spaces via Zoom. We see our smiling faces each Sunday on our computer screens, iPads, and phones. And our enthusiastic presence has been welcomed in this manner at … Continued
3 events,
Monday Meditation
Monday Meditation
Start your week off with this Monday Morning Meditation lead by BUUF members. Meeting ID: 874 750 248 Passcode: chalice Virtual Meditation: https://bit.ly/37VcZxz
Adult Ed Team
Adult Ed Team
Closed Meeting of the Adult Ed Team. For more information, contact Sarah Googe. Meeting ID: 826 9439 4881 Passcode: chalice Virtual Meeting: https://bit.ly/3maIfy7
Climate Action Team
Climate Action Team
Monthly meeting for those interested in climate justice. Meeting ID: 848 9517 3815 Passcode: chalice Virtual Meeting: https://bit.ly/3gQuHVg
1 event,
Men’s Covenant Group
Men’s Covenant Group
The BUUF Men’s Covenant Group invites all members and friends identifying as male to join us for this informal group. The group generally meets the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays of the month at 7:00pm, for socializing or to discuss a topic chosen by a rotating meeting leader. Starting 12/7/2021, we plan to resume meeting … Continued
3 events,
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Racial Justice Ministry informal time for sharing our experiences and questions as we come to terms with life in a white patriarchal culture. A time to support each other on this journey. Meeting ID: 852 7192 7329 Password: chalice Virtual Coffee Circle: bit.ly/3edqCcM
Verge IV with Wanda
Verge IV with Wanda
Women's covenant group. This is a closed group. Meeting ID: 881 7523 8474 Password: chalice Virtual Group: https://bit.ly/35GWCmE
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Board of Directors Monthly Meeting
Board of Directors Monthly Meeting
The BUUF Board meets monthly. Meeting ID: 837 6888 5396 Passcode: chalice Virtual Board: https://bit.ly/373tgP9
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3 events,
“Question Box Service” via Virtual Sanctuary
“Question Box Service” via Virtual Sanctuary
Sunday Service by virtual meeting 10:00am One of our hymns says “even to question truly is an answer.” Ask Rev. Sara your burning questions about life, theology, spirituality, religion, Unitarian Universalism and she’ll offer her reflections (not necessarily answers) to as many as possible.
Coming of Age
Coming of Age
Session meeting for Coming of Age program, open to all youth grades 6th through 12th. Please RSVP for these in-person meetings. Registered youth qualify for the Boston Bounders program, with participation expectations. Contact Emily Emerson Paige at familyministries@boiseuu.org for more information.
2 events,
Monday Meditation
Monday Meditation
Start your week off with this Monday Morning Meditation lead by BUUF members. Meeting ID: 874 750 248 Passcode: chalice Virtual Meditation: https://bit.ly/37VcZxz
Engaging Space Implementation Task Force
Engaging Space Implementation Task Force
Closed Task Force meeting. Meeting ID: 841 8600 8500 Passcode: chalice Virtual meeting: https://bit.ly/3kG1CQu
1 event,
The Climate Action Team Presents the Carbon Buddy Project
The Climate Action Team Presents the Carbon Buddy Project
The Carbon Buddy Manual: Your Practical Guide to Cooling Our Planet (CBM) Sessions for Learning Together with John & Paula Warren October 26, 700pm - 830pm Meeting ID: 864 3999 2706 Passcode: chalice Virtual Session: https://bit.ly/39MOEdd Session 1 – Focus: CBM and the Carbon Buddy Project (Informal overview) Introductions who is here and what do … Continued
5 events,
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Wake-Up! Coffee Circle
Racial Justice Ministry informal time for sharing our experiences and questions as we come to terms with life in a white patriarchal culture. A time to support each other on this journey. Meeting ID: 852 7192 7329 Password: chalice Virtual Coffee Circle: bit.ly/3edqCcM
Wednesday Chalice Circle
Wednesday Chalice Circle
Chalice Circle based on the Soul Matters Monthly theme based Curriculum. The group takes time to share with one another and participate in activities during the meeting. Some work on optional exercises between groups as well. This group meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month. All are welcome! Meeting ID: 880 5199 … Continued
Womyn on the Verge 2
Womyn on the Verge 2
This is a closed small group meeting. For more information, please contact group organizers. Meeting ID: 712 624 092 Password: chalice Virtual Verge: https://bit.ly/39QYDPS
1 event,
1 event,
Travel Bugs
Travel Bugs
Monthly Travel Bugs presentation. Hey, BUUF Travelers! The BUUF Travel group is looking for folks who want to share their travel adventures. They could be recent or, perhaps, your older favorite adventures. Digital pictures are a plus for the current ZOOM presentation format. Please contact Karen Raese (craigraese@cs.com) to discuss this fun opportunity. Meeting ID: … Continued
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“Love in the Time of Monsters” via Virtual Sanctuary
“Love in the Time of Monsters” via Virtual Sanctuary
Gem Emerson Paige & Rev. Sara LaWall Multi-generation service for Halloween! Celebrate the love and vulnerability that dwells at the heart of all that's spooky and creepy. UUs are called to find tenderness and compassion even in the darkest, most haunted corners of the heart.
Coming of Age ~ Community Service Sunday
Coming of Age ~ Community Service Sunday
Weekly meetings for Coming of Age program, open to all youth grades 6th through 12th. Meet in the North wing until further notice. Registered 8th & 9th graders qualify for the Boston Bounders program, with participation expectations.