Upcoming Services
This Sunday, December 15:
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Service at 10:30 am 
The past year, 2024, has been a year of upheaval for many. We wonder what lies ahead and stand at the precipice with weary eyes and heart asking, "What if?" As we venture into the unknown, we stand surrounded by stories - past and present - of hope in the midst of seemingly insurmountable hardships, and the belief in a better tomorrow that still shines through. Join us on December 15th as we explore the rekindling of hope in dark times and the power of community to brace against the storms.
Sermon by Dr Laura McGuire (in person) Dr. McGuire is a consultant, researcher and Unitarian Universalist seminarian who is working towards ordination as a UU minister. She is the author of the book "Creating Cultures of Consent." Our congregation recently unanimously approved hiring her as our ministerial intern. |
Dr. Laura McGuire
Music 
Stephen Downen, choir director, keyboard, soloist, Amy Rosebush, keyboard.
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Children's Religious Education at 10:30 am:
The Youth RE committee oversees the children's Sunday morning RE program, as well as special events during the year, including a one-week ANT (Art, Nature, Theater) Camp each summer. The children begin their Sunday in Friendship Hall with their families and after the opening hymn, come forward for the chalice lighting and the Children’s Affirmation before being sung off to the Sunday school room for their lesson and accompanying activities, provided by teacher Kim Kroflich. Lessons are provided for children ages 5-12, and child care for those younger than 5, concurrent with the adult Sunday morning service.
The committee is responsible for providing a teacher and a teen assistant for the children's RE and overseeing their work as well as maintaining the rooms where the children's activities take place to make sure they are attractive and welcoming as well as safe for children of all ages. For our curriculum, we use the Tapestry of Faith units available for downloading from the UUA website. Teen programs are also available whenever there is sufficient need and participation.
A final important job of the committee is to publicize the children's program and attract more young families to Friendship Fellowship. We welcome new members to the Youth RE Committee, so if you are interested in working with the children and joining us, please see chair Ruth Rodgers. Read more about our Youth Religious Education program...
The committee is responsible for providing a teacher and a teen assistant for the children's RE and overseeing their work as well as maintaining the rooms where the children's activities take place to make sure they are attractive and welcoming as well as safe for children of all ages. For our curriculum, we use the Tapestry of Faith units available for downloading from the UUA website. Teen programs are also available whenever there is sufficient need and participation.
A final important job of the committee is to publicize the children's program and attract more young families to Friendship Fellowship. We welcome new members to the Youth RE Committee, so if you are interested in working with the children and joining us, please see chair Ruth Rodgers. Read more about our Youth Religious Education program...
Coffee and Conversations at 11:30 am:
Enjoy coffee and other refreshments as you converse with old friends and make new ones.
December 22:
Christmas Music Service
This service, led by Stephen Downen, our choir director, will be a celebration of the songs of the season.
Christmas Music Service
This service, led by Stephen Downen, our choir director, will be a celebration of the songs of the season.
December 29:
The Most Important Presidential Elections in History
Not all presidential elections end up equal. In history’s judgment, some weigh far more heavily than others. Have you ever wondered which elections have been the most significant? In this intriguing talk, Florida Tech professor and presidential historian Yanek Mieczkowski will count down the most important elections in U.S. history. He will show that these select showdowns have had a profound impact, influencing the nation’s political system and campaign methods for decades, even permanently. Join Dr. Mieczkowski for this journey through history, as he examines the race for the White House, featuring contests filled with innovations, mudslinging, surprises, and suspense.
Sermon by Dr. Yanek Mieczkowski (in person)
Dr. Mieczkowski is the author of "Surviving War, Oceans Apart: Two Teenagers in Poland and Japan Destined for Life Together "(2024), "The Routledge Historical Atlas of Presidential Elections" (second edition, 2021)," Eisenhower’s Sputnik Moment: The Race for Space and World Prestige" (2013), and Gerald Ford and the Challenges of the 1970s (2005). He has contributed more than forty biographies to The American National Biography, and he has taught at five colleges and universities. Dr. Mieczkowski holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University and is currently a professor at the Florida Institute of Technology.
The Most Important Presidential Elections in History
Not all presidential elections end up equal. In history’s judgment, some weigh far more heavily than others. Have you ever wondered which elections have been the most significant? In this intriguing talk, Florida Tech professor and presidential historian Yanek Mieczkowski will count down the most important elections in U.S. history. He will show that these select showdowns have had a profound impact, influencing the nation’s political system and campaign methods for decades, even permanently. Join Dr. Mieczkowski for this journey through history, as he examines the race for the White House, featuring contests filled with innovations, mudslinging, surprises, and suspense.
Sermon by Dr. Yanek Mieczkowski (in person)
Dr. Mieczkowski is the author of "Surviving War, Oceans Apart: Two Teenagers in Poland and Japan Destined for Life Together "(2024), "The Routledge Historical Atlas of Presidential Elections" (second edition, 2021)," Eisenhower’s Sputnik Moment: The Race for Space and World Prestige" (2013), and Gerald Ford and the Challenges of the 1970s (2005). He has contributed more than forty biographies to The American National Biography, and he has taught at five colleges and universities. Dr. Mieczkowski holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University and is currently a professor at the Florida Institute of Technology.
January:
January 5: Dr Laura McGuire
January 12 Rev Kathy Rickey (mentor to Dr McGuire)
January 19 Dr Laura McGuire
January 12 Rev Kathy Rickey (mentor to Dr McGuire)
January 19 Dr Laura McGuire
January 26:
Technology Trends in 2025
Technology Trends in 2025
Scott Tilley, Ph.D.
The rapid pace of technological change continues to shape our lives profoundly. In 2025, artificial intelligence is advancing at an astonishing rate, redefining creativity and transforming industries from healthcare to education. Renewable energy innovations, including breakthroughs in small modular reactors, offer hope for a sustainable future amidst a growing climate crisis. At the same time, cybersecurity is evolving to counter increasingly sophisticated threats, as the race to protect sensitive information grows more critical. These advancements are not just technical marvels—they have far-reaching societal impacts, raising questions about ethics, equity, and the future of humanity. Join us to explore these pivotal trends and their implications for our shared future.
Sermon by Scott Tilley, Ph.D. (in person)
Scott Tilley is an emeritus professor at the Florida Institute of Technology, president of the Center for Technology & Society, president of Big Data Florida, president of Precious Publishing, and a Space Coast Writers’ Guild Fellow. His recent books include Addictive Poetry (2024), Advent Poetry (2024), Systems Analysis & Design (2024), Poems of the Moment (2023), and AFTERMATH (2022). He holds a Ph.D. in computer science from the University of Victoria.
Sermon by Scott Tilley, Ph.D. (in person)
Scott Tilley is an emeritus professor at the Florida Institute of Technology, president of the Center for Technology & Society, president of Big Data Florida, president of Precious Publishing, and a Space Coast Writers’ Guild Fellow. His recent books include Addictive Poetry (2024), Advent Poetry (2024), Systems Analysis & Design (2024), Poems of the Moment (2023), and AFTERMATH (2022). He holds a Ph.D. in computer science from the University of Victoria.
February:
2 To be determined
9 Dr. Laura Mcguire
16 Amanda Aikman
23 Dr . Laura Mcguire
9 Dr. Laura Mcguire
16 Amanda Aikman
23 Dr . Laura Mcguire
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