First Unitarian Church of Dallas

08/31/2026

What does it mean to be rationally spiritual? In the second sermon of our 2026 UU Foundations series, Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter explores a faith that makes room for questions and welcomes the use of reason. At First Unitarian Church of Dallas, we bring our whole selves to the search for meaning.

What does it mean to be rationally spiritual? In the second sermon of our 2026 UU Foundations series, Rev. Dr. […]

08/27/2026

Dolly Parton gave so much of herself to the world. Her music brought joy, her generosity changed lives, and her fierce embrace of people who have felt like outsiders gave so many a place to belong.

Last summer, in our Artists Who Inspire sermon series, Rev. T. J. FitzGerald made a case for the Unitarian Universalist canonization of Dolly and we stand by these words today. As we collectively mourn her death, “may we be guided, like Dolly in all things, in love.”

Access the full sermon, on YouTube, your favorite podcast platform, or on our website here: https://dallasuu.org/072022025sermon/

08/25/2026

08/25/2026

In the first sermon of our 2026 UU Foundations series, Rev. T. J. FitzGerald looks at the rise of Islamophobia in North Texas and what it means for religious freedom. He also explores how fear and misinformation can shape the way we see our neighbors.

What does it mean to be genuinely inclusive when Muslims are being targeted because of their faith? In the first […]

08/22/2026

Introducing our 2026 UU Foundations Sermon Series:  
 What does it mean to be a Unitarian Universalist? This three-part series explores the foundations of our faith and the spiritual life we build together at First Unitarian Church of Dallas. We’ll ask what genuine inclusion looks like in practice, how reason can deepen our spiritual lives, and where joy can lead us into greater depth.

This week: Our faith is a final refuge for some, a birthright for others, and everything in between for many more. We explore the “genuinely inclusive” claim we make about our faith together.

Rev. T. J. FitzGerald is preaching.
Music provided by Grant Wareham.
In-person Worship at 9:30 am and 11 am
Livestream at 9:30 am, 11 am, and 7 pm.

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Inquirer’s Class – 11 am, Parlor. A weekly rotation of 9 conversations for newcomers about our church and Unitarian Universalism. This week: Worship and the Liturgical Year. 

Men’s Clothing Collection – After both services, Channing. First Church Men’s Group is collecting men’s shoes and clothing for the Tyler Street Community Service Outreach. See a list of needed items at dallasuu.org/tylerstreetcollection.

08/19/2026

What if the truest measure of a sacred text isn’t how it’s written or interpreted, but how it’s lived?

In episode 63 of Tiny Pulpit Talks, Rev. T. J. Fitzgerald reflects on the idea that the divine inspiration of scripture is revealed through the relationships it helps us build.

Access the full episode on YouTube, your favorite podcast platform, or on our website here: https://dallasuu.org/tinypulpittalks

   

08/19/2026

Poetry has a way of helping us see the world, and one another, with fresh eyes.

On Saturday, September 19, award-winning Palestinian American poet Naomi Shihab Nye joins us at First Unitarian Church of Dallas for a full day of poetry. Spend the day writing with Naomi in a workshop open to all ages and experience levels, then return that evening for a free public reading and conversation featuring her new collection, Sidekick. Childcare is available for both events.

Poetry Writing Workshop
Saturday, September 19 | 10 am–3 pm
$55 | Lunch + a copy of Sidekick included
Registration required. Space is limited.

Evening Poetry Reading & Talk
Saturday, September 19 | 7–8:30 pm
Free and open to all.

We hope you’ll join us for this memorable day of poetry with one of today’s most celebrated poets.

Details and registration can be found at dallasuu.org/naomishihabnye.

08/18/2026

How does your faith shape the person you are becoming?

For Unitarian Universalists, personal growth is deeply connected to how we live our values and show up in the world. In the final sermon of our Questioning series, Rev. Beth Dana explores self-culture, lifelong learning, and the ways our faith calls us to keep growing.

Access the full sermon, on YouTube, your favorite podcast platform, or on our website here: https://dallasuu.org/sermons

   

08/17/2026

How do we share what we love about our UU faith with others?

In the final sermon of our Questioning series, Rev. Beth Dana responds to questions from our members and friends about evangelism, faith development, self-improvement, and what it means to share the good news of Unitarian Universalism.

How do we share what we love about our UU faith with others? In the final sermon of our Questioning […]

08/14/2026

Our Questioning sermon series is built around the questions you submitted. Asking questions is at the heart of the Unitarian Universalist tradition, and together we’ll explore your questions about worship, our faith, our congregation, and living our values in the world.

This Sunday: Unitarian Universalism has good news for our lives and our world. How will you embody and express that message?

Rev. Beth Dana is preaching.
Music provided by Janis Deane, hammered dulcimer and Paul Dryer, guitar.
In-person Worship at 9:30 am and 11 am
Livestream at 9:30 am, 11 am, and 7 pm.

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If you’re enjoying learning more about Unitarian Universalism through this series, you will probably enjoy UU Elevator Speech, a Faith Forward class that will help you to craft a short, meaningful statement about your UU faith. The class starts this Sunday, August 16 at 11:15 am in Hallman Room 301. Register at dallasuu.org/elevatorspeech