First UU Columbus

Congratulations to long time SYC teacher, Ann Rigney for being honored as the 2013 Ohio Teacher of the Year by the Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children.  Ann is an early childhood professional in the best sense of the word professional. She takes her teaching seriously but always with nurture and support as a part of her curriculum.

On Friday, April 26, 2013 the Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children, the Ohio Department of Education, Office of Early Learning and School Readiness and the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services will celebrate and honor Ann and the other 2013 Ohio AEYC award recipients selected to be recognized for their dedication to early care and education and for the impact their work has had on behalf of children, families and professionals from across Ohio.

Read more about Ann on the SYC Website

We have two sessions of Peace Camp this summer. Each is multi-age. Peace Camp meets from 9 am to noon July 29 through August 2 and August 5 through 9. More details are available on the registration form. If you have questions contact Peace Camp Director Jenifer Bojanowski, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The registration form is here.

Capital Campaign: Going Green for a Sustainable Future: Together, let’s explore how we can make a Capital Campaign a signature time in the life of First UU.

Please plan to attend one or more of the following presentations: Thursday, May 9, 6:30-7:30 pm, Tuesday, May 14, 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Wednesday, May 15, 7:00 – 8:30 pm, Sunday, May 19, 12:30 – 2:00 pm.

This course will explore the history of the Arabic language, the Abrahamic religions, and the general development within this region. Real contribu-tions of the Islamic world with regards to education, scientific methods, economic systems, and legal practices will be examined. Finally, discussion will focus on the Arab world as it exists in the Modern Age.

Facilitator: Jennifer Nichols
Mondays- May 13, 20, & June 3, 7:00 pm

Please Register for More Information

From the Green Team: First UU is starting a journey to achieve certification as a "Green Sanctuary" under UUA criteria. The Board of Trustees has designated the church's Green Team as coordinator of this effort. All church members and organizations will be invited to participate, and the Green Team is looking for YOUR ideas and hands as we move toward a sustainable church operation.

For more information on this initiative, check out the UUA's Green Sanctuary Program here.

Please help us by becoming part of this effort!  Contact Tom Baillieul, Green Team Chair, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 614-447-1223.