Congregation News
Sandwich Making for St. George Place
Sandwiches, Fellowship
And Feeding our Neighbors
Every 3rd Sunday at Noon Minister’s Hall – October 20th
Saint George Place in Riviera Beach provides 150 sandwiches for its guests everyday. Those sandwiches are donated by local churches, synagogues and other organizations. Last spring 1stUUPB made over 200 … read more.
Fellowship Fridays in Minister’s Hall
We gather to share a potluck meal and celebrate the arts!
First Friday Film Festival: 6:00 p.m. Dinner/7:00 p.m. Movie
Second Friday Art Night: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Third Friday Music Jam: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Contact Henry Gruen for additional information.
The Racial Justice Subcommittee 2023-24 Film Series Presents “Origin” by Ana DuVernay
Thursday, April 18th at 6:00 PM
Minister’s Hall and Zoom
Film, Dinner and Discussion
Origin is based on the life of Isabel Wilkerson as she writes the book Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents (which was our Racial Justice Congregational Read in 2022). Over the … read more.
1stUUPB Annual Luncheon & Meeting
You’re Invited To Our Annual Meeting & Luncheon,
Sunday, April 7th –
Congregational Annual Meeting after the Service 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.,
Luncheon in Minister’s Hall 12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
In-person and via Zoom (other meetings link)
Childcare will be provided
2025-26 Stewardship Online Pledge Form
Our Stewardship Campaign is now underway. YOU CAN SUBMIT YOUR PLEDGE ONLINE
In Memoriam: Martha T. Holden (1948-2025)
Martha T. Holden (1948-04/16/2025)
SCHENECTADY – Martha T. Holden, 77, died in the ICU at Ellis Hospital in the early morning hours of April 16, 2025. Her husband and daughter were both with her. Martha was born in Schenectady to the late Ralph and Martha Barlow … read more.
In Memoriam: John J. Considine (1948-2024)
John J. Considine (07/18/1948 – 09/17/2024)
Former Florida State Representative, John Considine, III, died September 17, 2024 in hospice care and surrounded by his family. His last moments with his family were beautiful.
He was born in Detroit, … read more.
First Friday Film Festival (FFFF) “PK”
Friday, November 1th in Minister’s Hall
Potluck Dinner @ 6:00 p.m.
Movie @ 7:00 p.m.
A stranger in the city asks questions no one has asked before. Known
only by his initials, the man’s innocent questions and childlike curiosity
take him on a journey of … read more.
Election Eve Vigil For Democracy
Monthly JAM Meetings
Saturday, November 2nd @ 10:30 a.m.
“Other Meetings” link on the Website
Please join us for important updates and to help plan our next justice actions!
All are welcome!
HEALING CONVERSATIONS
Sponsored by the Racial Justice Subcommittee
Facilitated by Rev. Latifah
Monday November 18th at 7:00 p.m.
Via ZOOM “Other Meetings” website link
Please join us if you are interested.
All are welcome!
SECOND SATURDAY BOOK GROUP 2024-25 THEME: “AT A CROSSROAD”
Saturday, November 9th at 10:00 a.m. via ZOOM “Other Meetings” link
Discussion Leader: Shirley Bloomquist
The Women, 480 Pages
by Kristin Hannah
Our Vietnam, combat nurse heroine, Frankie, profoundly personifies this year’s theme of “CROSSROADS.”
Frankie crosses from a life of privilege to a life … read more.
1st “BOO BOO” HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT
Friday, October 25th @ 1stUUPB
Wisdom Walk Book Study: Spiritual Practices from World Traditions
November 14th @ 7:00 p.m. via ZOOM “Other Meeting” Link (on the 2nd Thursday of the Month.)
Rev. Latifah Griffin leads a discussion focused on one spiritual tradition each month to deepen our knowledge and understanding of spiritual practices from around the world. The … read more.