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The Weekly Liberal, May 28, 2026
Allison: Taking Their Places | Trans Family Hosts Info Mtg | Congregational Meeting June 14 | Sign-Up Sunday June 7
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June 1, 2026
Sunday, June 14: Annual Meeting of the Membership
Members: Please register in advance for the Sunday, June 14 meeting. Friends and visitors are welcome to attend in person and do not need to register.
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May 28, 2026
Taking Their Places
As our youth reminded us on Youth Sunday, we are always changing. At every age we take our place anew in the circle of things. Join us this Sunday to cheer on our youth as they bridge to their new place in our community, and to receive blessings and support for the bridge you are inevitably crossing in this season.
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May 21, 2026
The Weekly Liberal, May 21, 2026
Seth: A Church for All Ages | Info Session: Support Trans Refugees | Allison won an essay contest! | Job Listing: Childcare Professional
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May 21, 2026
A Church for All Ages
A farewell reflection from Seth Anderson-Matz, who has served as our Intergenerational Justice, Service, and Leadership Coordinator for much of the last church year.
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May 21, 2026
Concert Series at First U
A four-part benefit concert series is coming to First U this summer. The first program is Friday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m. Get tickets!
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May 15, 2026
The Weekly Liberal, May 14, 2026
Rev. Jen: May the blessings of the poet be with us | RE on summer break | Annual budget preview | Submit a summer program idea
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May 14, 2026
May the blessings of the poet be with us as we are carried beyond the face of fear
We are in a time of transition, and marking them is one of the intentional things we do at church.
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May 8, 2026
The Weekly Liberal, May 7, 2026
Celebrate our youth on May 13 | Moving into a summer schedule at church | Submit a summer program idea
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May 7, 2026
Our Music Ministry Team: Bringing shared ministry to life at First U
As we continue stepping into this next chapter of shared ministry at First Universalist Church of Minneapolis, I’m glad to share some joyful news about our music ministry team. After a meaningful season of leadership and collaboration, Paolo is now settling into an ongoing role with our congregation. I’m deeply…
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