At the October & November 2021 meetings, the discussion topics of top importance were the pledge drive and the development of the 2022 DUUF budget. The board is concerned that donations are currently below the amount needed to support our social justice and programming plans. The board is committed to presenting a balanced budget for…
On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we mourn tragic loss. With joyful remembrance, the DUUF community shares a spirit of love and acceptance in support of transgender and non-binary individuals, their families, and their loved ones. Join with us as we continue to seek a more just world in the hopes that all people can live…
Please mark your calendars for the afternoon of Sunday, November 14, so you can participate in the fourth annual Transgender Awareness Panel, moderated by Amber Briggle! Click here for more details and to RSVP. We’re looking forward to a lively event highlighting issues of transgender social justice. Spread the word!
Thank you to everyone who has attended live worship services online and in the sanctuary! A special thank you to everyone who has shared feedback with the Worship Team. The number one issue reported has been sound levels. We continue to learn new ways to improve this for everyone, and many have found headphones or…
National Coming Out Day falls on October 11 each year. It is an observance that recognizes the importance of LGBTQ+ people living in an authentic and open way. Coming Out helps show the entire community that lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and non-binary people exist and that they are fundamentally just like everyone…
At the September 2021 meeting the board of trustees approved pursuing renewal as a Welcoming Congregation, received next year’s initial draft budget, planned fall fundraising, and discussed these topics: transitioning to hybrid worship, the minister’s activities including adult programming initiatives, upcoming tree care, and ways to improve the aesthetics of the grounds & building. Did you…
I was watching a movie recently and two of the characters were having a disagreement. They argued back and forth, and then one of them said, “Look me in the eyes and say that!” The other person refused at first, but the command was repeated with emphasis: “Look me straight in the eyes!” Finally, the…
As we slowly entered back into the building, I found myself first noticing the small things…the way the light entered the sanctuary through the windows, the sound of the ringing temple bell, and the chalice. As a person new to the UU faith a few years ago, I didn’t know anything about the chalice, and…
On Saturday, October 2, Denton supporters of women’s reproductive freedom will march in solidarity with the national Women’s March. A contingent of DUUF members will gather at Denton Chamber of Commerce (401 N Elm St, Denton, TX 76201) at 12:30 pm and walk together to the Denton Courthouse Square (arriving there at 1) to participate in the Denton march.…
DUUF’s second offering charity for September 2021 is Women for Afghan Women. This organization helps thousands of women and families in Afghanistan and the U.S. through education, counseling, vocational training, and other types of support. This month our second offering would usually go to PUUPs, but in light of the recent political changes in Afghanistan PUUPs wanted…