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Our mission is to create community, to nurture spiritual growth, and to act on our values to help heal the world.
Nuestra misión es crear comunidad, fomentar el crecimiento spiritual y vivir nuestros valores para ayudar a sanar el mundo.
View our aspiration, principles, and sources.
Nuestra misión es crear comunidad, fomentar el crecimiento spiritual y vivir nuestros valores para ayudar a sanar el mundo.
View our aspiration, principles, and sources.
Hillcrest Campus
Sundays, 9:30 am on the Hillcrest Patio
In-person outdoor services AND simultaneous online livestream - both with ASL Join us online via our live stream on YouTube . To watch past services go to our Messages page. Hillcrest Virtual Social Hour: Sundays at 11 am
Next Sunday Worship Service:
Enjoy General Assembly Worship Service at Hillcrest Sunday, June 26, 2022, 9:30 am PST Join Rev. Suzelle Lynch to enjoy the largest annual gathering of UUs joining in worship! On the Hillcrest Patio, we’ll view the livestream of this powerful, communal worship experience coming to us from Portland, OR and the annual Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly. Just imagine: tens of thousands of UUs from across the nation and across the world will share this experience with us! Come as early as 9 am for best seating and to grab a cup of delicious coffee and a snack before the service begins, or to chat with Rev. Suzelle – it’s her last Sunday with us! You can view the service online, too, in the comfort of your own home via our YouTube channel. Get more details about the service. PLEASE NOTE: The General Assembly service is 90 minutes long – please plan accordingly! |
South Bay Campus
Saturdays, bi-weekly, 4 pm
In-person indoor services July 9, and July 23. Feel free to hang out for outdoor social hour afterwards. South Bay Virtual Social Hour: Sundays at 11 am
Next Saturday Worship Service:
"PRIDE! ¡EL ORGULLO Y FE EN ACCIÓN!" Rev. Dr. Omega Burckhardt, Assistant Minister Saturday, July 9, 2022, 4 pm PST |
New to First UU?We warmly welcome you! Visit our Welcome Newcomers Page.
CalendarJoin us for the next Board ChatSunday, June 5 at 12:30 pm. Launch Board Chat
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Current Employment Opportunities
Youth & Young Adult Program Coordinator
To apply for this position please send a cover letter, resume and related materials to careersfirstuusd@gmail.com including the position title in the subject line.
To apply for this position please send a cover letter, resume and related materials to careersfirstuusd@gmail.com including the position title in the subject line.
News
A Fond Farewell From Rev. Suzelle
6/15/22 - Dear Members and Friends of First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego! As the end of my time with you as Minister in Residence (June 30) draws near, let me simply say that it has been a pleasure to serve as one of your ministers during this year of transition. I love the spirit of your church, your talented and hardworking staff, your caring and committed Board and lay leaders, and the curiosity and warmth of the members I’ve met from both campuses. Though I met only about 1/3 of the members, and only experienced three months with you, I can still say with joyful authority that though you’ve been having some painful struggles, your congregation has great strength at its core! Read more.
6/15/22 - Dear Members and Friends of First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego! As the end of my time with you as Minister in Residence (June 30) draws near, let me simply say that it has been a pleasure to serve as one of your ministers during this year of transition. I love the spirit of your church, your talented and hardworking staff, your caring and committed Board and lay leaders, and the curiosity and warmth of the members I’ve met from both campuses. Though I met only about 1/3 of the members, and only experienced three months with you, I can still say with joyful authority that though you’ve been having some painful struggles, your congregation has great strength at its core! Read more.
Unfolding Peace Healing Process - Read the Latest
6/15/22 - Our Unfolding Peace healing and restorative process continues, including the recent in-person visit with the Rev. Dr. Denise Graves, who, with the Rev. Deanna Vandiver, is co-facilitating Unfolding Peace. During her six-day visit, Rev. Denise met in small groups or one-to-one conversation with 50 FUUSD members, former members, ministers and staff. Please see the report and next steps.
6/15/22 - Our Unfolding Peace healing and restorative process continues, including the recent in-person visit with the Rev. Dr. Denise Graves, who, with the Rev. Deanna Vandiver, is co-facilitating Unfolding Peace. During her six-day visit, Rev. Denise met in small groups or one-to-one conversation with 50 FUUSD members, former members, ministers and staff. Please see the report and next steps.
Food, Food Everywhere But Not Enough to Eat?
6/15/22 - By Rhea Kuhlman. Church member Adrienne Kaplan wanted to do something for people who don’t have a lot of the material advantages that she and her husband Matt are fortunate to have, so she volunteered to help out at the Food Pantry. Every Friday morning for the past year, Adrienne has picked up food from a Food for Less market in Chula Vista that would otherwise have been disposed of. It’s food that may be nearing its “Best By” date but is still perfectly good, or food that is judged to be surplus for a variety of other reasons. Read more.
6/15/22 - By Rhea Kuhlman. Church member Adrienne Kaplan wanted to do something for people who don’t have a lot of the material advantages that she and her husband Matt are fortunate to have, so she volunteered to help out at the Food Pantry. Every Friday morning for the past year, Adrienne has picked up food from a Food for Less market in Chula Vista that would otherwise have been disposed of. It’s food that may be nearing its “Best By” date but is still perfectly good, or food that is judged to be surplus for a variety of other reasons. Read more.
D4$ 2022 is Here and it's Time to Bid!
6/1/22 - 74 events and services have been created and the bidding is open through June 30, 2022. Bidding help will be available on the Hillcrest patio every Sunday - come and see Robie Evans or Dan Paul at the tech table after service! If you remember your bidding number from 2019, it's the same! For ease in registering and bidding online, download our How To Guide. We appreciate your participation in this important fundraiser and community-building project. Questions, email Dave Hunt or Robie Evans. Register and view the catalog at our Auction website.
6/1/22 - 74 events and services have been created and the bidding is open through June 30, 2022. Bidding help will be available on the Hillcrest patio every Sunday - come and see Robie Evans or Dan Paul at the tech table after service! If you remember your bidding number from 2019, it's the same! For ease in registering and bidding online, download our How To Guide. We appreciate your participation in this important fundraiser and community-building project. Questions, email Dave Hunt or Robie Evans. Register and view the catalog at our Auction website.
Financial and Budget Forum Video now available!
Please go to our Members Section to view the video from June 6th's FY 21-22 Financial Update and FY 22-23 Budget Forum. Under the "About" tab, go to "For Members" then on the Members Login. If you're having trouble logging in, please contact Rose.
Please go to our Members Section to view the video from June 6th's FY 21-22 Financial Update and FY 22-23 Budget Forum. Under the "About" tab, go to "For Members" then on the Members Login. If you're having trouble logging in, please contact Rose.
Congregational COVID-19 Priority Survey Results
5/26/22 - Join First Church member Dr. Rebecca Fielding-Miller on June 21 at 6 pm to learn about the results of our recent congregational COVID-19 priority survey. This townhall will cover congregational priorities, recommended strategies to keep ourselves safe, and some recent updates on scientific knowledge on the state of the pandemic. Among other qualifications, Dr. Fielding-Miller is an Assistant Professor of Public Health at the UC San Diego School of Public Health, with a joint appointment in the UCSD School of Medicine.
Join the Meeting at https://bit.ly/C19SurveyResults.
5/26/22 - Join First Church member Dr. Rebecca Fielding-Miller on June 21 at 6 pm to learn about the results of our recent congregational COVID-19 priority survey. This townhall will cover congregational priorities, recommended strategies to keep ourselves safe, and some recent updates on scientific knowledge on the state of the pandemic. Among other qualifications, Dr. Fielding-Miller is an Assistant Professor of Public Health at the UC San Diego School of Public Health, with a joint appointment in the UCSD School of Medicine.
Join the Meeting at https://bit.ly/C19SurveyResults.
Safe ReopeningFirst Church is preparing for our new normal. A great team has been tasked with preparing our church for a safe return. Read more and sign the Health Safety Covenant.
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Social JusticeLet service be your prayer.
View Social Justice Actions. FacilitiesPlanning a wedding or special event? Visit our Facilities page.
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Staying ConnectedFrom our weekly live stream worship service and online social hour to our Family Ministry activities, Facebook Groups, meditation videos and online meetings, we are thriving together virtually until we can be together in person again. We heartily invite you to turn isolation into inspiration by joining us online. For a growing collection of ways to connect, Staying Connected page.
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