Celebrating our sesquecentennial!First Universalist Church of San Diego was founded in 1873 so 2023 marked our 150th year of carrying the torch for liberal religion in San Diego. Our sesquicentennial celebration slogan "Remember, Reflect, Realize/Recordar, Reflexionar, Realizar", which conveyed nostalgia for our early days, taking stock of where we are now and dreaming about the future. From speakers to music and community events we celebrated with a year of thought-provoking, fun, inspiring events.
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A Year of Celebration
Year in RevUUe and Farewell to Rev. Omega!
7:30-9pm pm Friday, June 9
Bard Hall at First UU Hillcrest
Save the Date for our RevUUe! At this 150th fundraiser we'll be bidding a fond farewell to our beloved Rev. Omega as her terms comes to a close with a variety of songs performed by our own First UU Staff. We'll also have a pop-up shop featuring cool UU commemorative items (and a few surprises) along with a dessert and beverage bar. We hope you'll contribute to our generosity offering supporting our year-long 150th Anniversary celebrations.
7:30-9pm pm Friday, June 9
Bard Hall at First UU Hillcrest
Save the Date for our RevUUe! At this 150th fundraiser we'll be bidding a fond farewell to our beloved Rev. Omega as her terms comes to a close with a variety of songs performed by our own First UU Staff. We'll also have a pop-up shop featuring cool UU commemorative items (and a few surprises) along with a dessert and beverage bar. We hope you'll contribute to our generosity offering supporting our year-long 150th Anniversary celebrations.
Progressive liberal religion now and in the future
7:30-9pm Saturday, April 1st, 2023
In celebration of our 150th anniversary, we've invited Theologian and ordained Lutheran pastor Nadia Bolz-Weber to speak to us about progressive liberal religion now and in the future. A former stand-up comic and a recovering alcoholic, she founded the House for All Sinners & Saints in Denver, created and hosts the popular podcast The Confessional and is the author of three New York Times best-selling memoirs. Registration is free but required, sign up for your free tickets.
7:30-9pm Saturday, April 1st, 2023
In celebration of our 150th anniversary, we've invited Theologian and ordained Lutheran pastor Nadia Bolz-Weber to speak to us about progressive liberal religion now and in the future. A former stand-up comic and a recovering alcoholic, she founded the House for All Sinners & Saints in Denver, created and hosts the popular podcast The Confessional and is the author of three New York Times best-selling memoirs. Registration is free but required, sign up for your free tickets.
You're Invited to Melanie DeMore's Song as Worship Free Workshop on March 3rd
Melanie DeMore is a 3 time Grammy-nominated singer/composer, choral conductor, music director and vocal activist. She facilitates vocal and stick pounding workshops for professional choirs and community groups as well as directing numerous choral organizations. We are thrilled to welcome Melanie DeMore for a whole week of music and YOU are heartily invited to her Song as Worship Workshop, Community Sing concert AND our Music of the Heart Sunday service - all free. Read more and reserve your free tickets.
Melanie DeMore is a 3 time Grammy-nominated singer/composer, choral conductor, music director and vocal activist. She facilitates vocal and stick pounding workshops for professional choirs and community groups as well as directing numerous choral organizations. We are thrilled to welcome Melanie DeMore for a whole week of music and YOU are heartily invited to her Song as Worship Workshop, Community Sing concert AND our Music of the Heart Sunday service - all free. Read more and reserve your free tickets.
Melanie DeMore's Community Sing March 4th
7:30 pm Saturday, March 4th 2023
Join us at 7:30pm on Saturday, March 4th for Melanie DeMore's Community Sing. Melanie is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and social-activist who will have you singing in your seat in an unforgettable interactive evening of story and song presented by Front Street Productions. Open seating, registration required . Get your free tickets.
7:30 pm Saturday, March 4th 2023
Join us at 7:30pm on Saturday, March 4th for Melanie DeMore's Community Sing. Melanie is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and social-activist who will have you singing in your seat in an unforgettable interactive evening of story and song presented by Front Street Productions. Open seating, registration required . Get your free tickets.
150th Festival a Hit!
Our 150th kickoff celebration on January 28th was a big hit. In the morning, members gathered to visit on the lower patio and enjoy the sunshine. Our sound therapist Terry provided healing sound sessions, which were very popular, while others enjoyed the meandering magician and fascinating historical art show by John Keasler, which lined the walls of Bard Hall.
Soon enough it was time for our short program in the Meeting House with special music and visiting dignitaries. Highlights included a message from council member Chris Ward (a church member) and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, who delivered a special proclamation. Read more and view photos.
Our 150th kickoff celebration on January 28th was a big hit. In the morning, members gathered to visit on the lower patio and enjoy the sunshine. Our sound therapist Terry provided healing sound sessions, which were very popular, while others enjoyed the meandering magician and fascinating historical art show by John Keasler, which lined the walls of Bard Hall.
Soon enough it was time for our short program in the Meeting House with special music and visiting dignitaries. Highlights included a message from council member Chris Ward (a church member) and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, who delivered a special proclamation. Read more and view photos.
