We Welcome All to First Unitarian Church!
We are a caring Unitarian Universalist community in the centrally located Avondale neighborhood of Cincinnati. We meet in a warm and graceful building, built circa 1889, for worship services that nourish spiritual growth and learning throughout life. A self-governed congregation, we are an active force for personal and societal growth through a variety of activities that serve our members and our community.
Established in 1830, we have been an important part of the history of Cincinnati ever since. We strive to carry on the tradition of First Unitarian members throughout the years who have championed individual and civil rights, led educational and civic reform, and worked to promote justice in daily affairs. We seek to be Radically Inclusive, and are constantly looking for ways to extend our welcome to all people.
Established in 1830, we have been an important part of the history of Cincinnati ever since. We strive to carry on the tradition of First Unitarian members throughout the years who have championed individual and civil rights, led educational and civic reform, and worked to promote justice in daily affairs. We seek to be Radically Inclusive, and are constantly looking for ways to extend our welcome to all people.
Sunday Services begin at 10:00 a.m. These services are streamed live (and recorded) on YouTube. You can also view previous Sunday services there.
Upcoming Sermons:March 8
"Big Rock Candy Mountains"--Dr. Alexander Riegel Heaven, the great beyond, life after death… whatever we name it, has captivated human hope and imagination since the religious impulse first arose in us humans. We will explore some of the historical versions of heaven and end with Dr. Riegel’s suggestion of where one can actually find heaven. March 15 "Gifts for the Community"--Committee on Right Relations (Rescheduled from January 25, 2026) One of the most important things to First U Congregants is our loving community. We feel good when we're together, and we both validate and bring out the best in one another. What gifts do you bring to this community? How do you feel when you're being recognized for your gifts? This will be an intergenerational service where we will share our thinking about our gifts, and how this binds us together. March 22 "How Could You Do That? Thoughts on ICE, Group Dynamics, and Compassionate Resistance" --Rev. Dennis McCarty ICE's aggressive tactics in cities across the United States have frightened citizens and outraged activists. This begs the question: what kind of people could drag employees--many with work visas and some even American citizens--from workplaces, schools, and even their own homes? Rev. Dennis McCarty will return to our pulpit to discuss the dynamics of ethnic cleansing--and explore how our First Unitarian Principle can apply, not just to the persecuted, but also to those who persecute. Events and ActivitiesThe link above is an abbreviated calendar of events. Members can see the full calendar here. You can sign up for many events through links in our calendar. For others, please email the team sponsoring the event.
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Our Mission Statement Our urban community welcomes all with love, supports learning and spiritual growth, serves our wider community, and works for justice, equity, and inclusion. (Adopted in 2019) Learn more about the Unitarian Universalist Association,
the organization of independent UU congregations. |
