Riding the Wave of Progress: No Going Back. Calling all UUFSCC members and friends who want to join our contingency and march in the Sunday, June 1, 2025 Santa Cruz Pride Parade.  We have brought our liberating message and UU presence to this annual event for over 30 years and our presence is needed now more than ever. Out In Our Faith, … Continue reading It’s PRIDE Time!

Too many members of the LGBTQ+ community have been hurt by judgmental religious communities and biased Biblical scholarship. Today we’ll take a tour through the many LGBTQ+-affirming stories and texts in the Bible, creating space for all of us to see ourselves beautifully reflected in its pages. Minister:  Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig (via zoom) Worship Associate: … Continue reading Rainbow Bible: Lifting Up LGBTQ+-Positivity in the Jewish and Christian Scriptures

Is it a happy coincidence that our Fellowship is located on Freedom Boulevard? Founded as strictly a lay-led organization, we have a rich history of independence and congregants speaking their truth. Today we harken back to our origins, with reflections from two current members. A quarter of the way through the 21st Century, they will … Continue reading More Than the Absence of Restrictions