Activities 2024
UUFBR enjoys hosting a great variety of activities for our members and friends.
Please contact either of our Co-Presidents if you would like information about any of our activities or would like to propose a new one.
If you would like to add your name to our regular email notifications for activities, please use this page to add your contact information.
Calling all Snack Angels
Volunteers need to arrive at 10 AM to start heating coffee water. Full instructions are in a folder near the coffee maker.
We all thank you for stepping up to make Sundays more welcoming and delicious. Contact Rona Solomon
AUCTION FINALE AND LIVE BIDDING
Sunday, November 24th 12 noon – 2 PM
Our stunning showcase of goods and services in the auction includes exquisite fine art, gourmet dinners, music excursions of concerts and lessons, luxurious designer perfume, and unique experiences which can only be found in the Sunshine State.
https://givebutter.com/c/2024UUFBRAuction
Email Rona Solomon with questions.
🌞 Winter Solstice Celebration 🕯️ 🎄
Celebrate the seasons change! The winter solstice marks the exact moment when half of Earth is tilted the farthest away from the Sun. Over the world, many groups from many different faith traditions observe this moment of the longest night. At the UU Fellowship of Boca Raton, we host a Winter Solstice Celebration: a special service of song, stories and stillness. In the midst of winter, come discover within what Albert Camus described as “an invincible summer.”
🥞 An A-MAZE-ING Pancake Breakfast & Labyrinth Walk
NO morning service on Sunday, December 22nd. However doors will be open at 10 AM for an a-MAZE-ing pancake breakfast. We will be making pancakes for anyone who comes to UUFBR that morning. We will also walk the labyrinth (weather permitting), sing carols and enjoy warm cider, hot chocolate, and the warmth of community. If you plan to attend, please bring a pancake topping to share (like blueberries, butter, or bacon).
Christmas Eve Candlelight and Carol Service
Sunday, December 24 at 6:30 PM
It came upon the midnight clear,
That glorious song of old,
From angels bending near the earth
To touch their harps of gold;
“Peace on the earth, good will to men
From heaven’s all-gracious King” –
The world in solemn stillness lay
To hear the angels sing.
Merry Christmas! Join us on December 24th at 6:30 PM to celebrate the birth of Jesus, a Jewish leader whose life and words have changed the minds and hearts of many to the side of goodness, generosity and caring. This evening service will be full of beautiful music, words, accompaniments and carols, culminating in singing “Silent Night” and lighting of congregants’ candles. It will be intergenerational so bring children of all ages and your visiting relatives and friends.
Please note: no food or beverage hospitality following the evening service.
MLK Day Parade 2025
The City of Boca Raton commemorates the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day of free community events and celebrations on Monday, January 20, 2025. https://www.myboca.us/1468/MLK-Jr-Day
At 10 AM, we will march the mile from the MLK Jr. Memorial, 200 Ruby Street, to the Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, along Federal Highway. Trolley service is available for those requiring assistance.
New Volunteer Opportunities
Sunday Services
This is a summary of our regular Sunday activities with links to participate in the on-line service with interactive ZOOM. Past services are available via our Facebook and Spotify pages. The page is updated each week with current descriptions of services. You can bookmark this page as a ready way to join the service. Links for online service are active about 10:20 AM Eastern each Sunday and the service begins about 10:30 AM.
Small Group Ministry (aka Soul Matters)
Becoming and Belonging: Membership 101
UU Midweek Meditation
Pagan Study Group (BRAce of CUUPs)
🧙♀️ Wiccans welcome! Explore Earth-centered spirituality and paganism with fellow UUs. Meetings on 1st and 3rd Monday: the 1st Monday meeting of the month is virtual via Zoom, and the 3rd Monday is in-person in the Parker Room.
Education and Social Justice
The Forum
Healing Justice
Healing Justice is a small group that works together to counter racism wherever it occurs. We recognize that racism is complex and exists at all levels, from individual to societal. Action taken recently includes education for our own congregation about why we are considering incorporating a proposed 8th Principle. More direct recent action includes supporting UU the Vote as a precursor to upending structural racism in our nation. Healing Justice meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month, except for November 2024, when it will meet on November 19th.
Movie Group
The Movie Group is on hiatus for the summer. Watch this space for more info.
Never leave the comfort of your home. Make your own popcorn! Watch a movie that’s free on Netflix at any time during the week then join the group on Saturday afternoon for a sharing of views and discussion. The movies are suggested by group members and selections are by group vote. This page is updated weekly. You can bookmark it as a reference.
Book Club
The Book Club is on hiatus for the summer. Watch this space for more info.
The Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month to discuss a book selected by the presenter for that month. We read fiction and non-fiction and varied genres. It’s a great way to enjoy books and meet new people.
Friday Night Social
Game Night - First Fridays
Join us at UUFBR for a GAME NIGHT on the first Friday of each month from 7:00-9:00 PM.
We’ll provide pizza and water… and lots of games! Feel free to bring a favorite game and/or other food and beverages of your choice.
RSVP to Membership
UUFBR Ukulele Group
Meeting on the second Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m. at the Unitarian Fellowship.
New members welcomed.
Chalice Choir
🎼 Our Chalice Choir is open to all members and friends. Rehearsals are on Wednesday Evenings at 6:30 p.m. in the sanctuary
The choir helps lead Sunday morning worship each Sunday. The choir also participates in the Solstice and Christmas Eve services.
Endowment Fund
Share The Plate
Sharex
| Sharex offers affordable meeting space including classrooms, a large hall with kitchen access , an outside patio and our sanctuary which has seating for 200 persons. Current Sharex partners include non profits and Tai Chi classes, Acupuncture, a symphony and other local organizations. | |