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Amplifying Voices: The Power of Oral Histories in Community Engagement

Joe Kinzer, Ph.D., Community & Oral History Archivist and Curator of the Fife Folklore Archives at USU Libraries, will present Amplifying Voices: The Power of Oral Histories in Community Engagement. This talk explores how oral histories preserve personal narratives, foster interfaith dialogues, and empower communities. Drawing from projects like Resonant Care, which documents the experiences of music therapists, their clients, and communities, Dr. Kinzer will demonstrate how storytelling connects us and celebrates everyday lives. The presentation will include actionable steps for engaging with oral histories and amplifying underrepresented voices in your community. Meet in person at CVUU or online through Zoom on Sunday at 10:00 AM.

Inauguration and Martin Luther King Jr. Day

This Sunday, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and reflect on its relevance today. As we navigate the challenges of this moment—including the holiday and the inauguration of the 47th president—we’ll explore strategies for moving forward together. Your thoughts and concerns are welcome in this important discussion. Join us for a time of reflection, dialogue, and shared commitment to justice and hope. Meet in person at CVUU or online through Zoom on Sunday at 10:00 AM.

Soul Matters Discussion

Humans are beings of story. We use stories to remember the past, to prepare our children for the present, and to imagine the future. Join us this Sunday for a discussion service focused on the inseparable nature of stories and their effects on our lives. Meet in person at CVUU or online through Zoom on Sunday at 10:00 AM.

Fire Communion

This Sunday, January 5th, join us for a meaningful and powerful ceremony to kick off 2024. During the service, you’ll have the chance to write down something you want to let go of—whether it’s a bad habit, a painful memory, or anything else holding you back. You can choose to share what you’re releasing with the congregation or simply place your paper in the bowl. Then, we’ll head outside together for the dramatic and symbolic burning of these slips of paper, setting our intentions for a fresh start. Don’t miss this unique and inspiring tradition—let’s release the old and welcome the new, together! Meet in person at CVUU or online … Continue reading Fire Communion

Hootenany, Potluck and Planning

Get ready to sing your heart out and/or play your instrument if you have one (tambourine, maracas, accordion, ukulele, or whatever). CVUU is excited to bring back our fun hootenanny. All are welcome to bring instruments and song ideas (within reason), and all levels of singing expertise are encouraged to join in for this raucous good time. Bring a potluck dish to share if you are willing and able. If not, we hope you will come anyway! We will also have a planning meeting after for anyone who would like to stay and help us decide the schedule for the next three months. If you can’t stay but you are … Continue reading Hootenany, Potluck and Planning

Soul Matters: The Gift of Presence

This Sunday, December 22, we will have a presentation and discussion on “The Gift of Presence” with Shannon Barton. To Remind Ourselves What Is Real by Elena Westbrook In a world ravaged… sometimes the only thing we can do is be still for a moment… be present in each moment as it unfolds. Your simple attention is what makes these moments holy. A Calm, Clear Place by Jezebel Anat Let us come into a calm, clear place Where we can relinquish our clutter and relax from busyness into being… Where we can breathe in peace And center ourselves in love… Meet in person at CVUU or online through Zoom on … Continue reading Soul Matters: The Gift of Presence