Every day, new things happen at 473 Oakwood! Here are some photos of the fixtures ready to be installed.
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Our Theme for April is “Emotional Intelligence”
Our monthly themes and Journey Groups are small reflection circles that enable us to go deeper into our monthly theme by sharing our thoughts with a small gathering of people.
Read moreSummer and 2025-2026 Minister
Rev. Linda Thomson will be joining FirstU as our summer minister. Rev. Linda will also serve as a part-time contract minister until next Spring,
Read moreWe’re Moving into 473! Join Us by Supporting FirstU!
As we prepare to finally cross the threshold, our excitement will likely be running high. But also maybe some butterflies, as we begin this exciting new chapter. We’ll need to be careful stewards of our beloved new building, taking care in all sorts of ways to make sure it is the welcoming place we have dreamed of for so long. There will be a bunch of new bills to pay as a result, along with staff and ministerial support.
Read morePeople and Stuff at 473 – March 2025
This week, our staff team visited 473 to see the progress and begin making plans for how to use specific spaces. Check out the photos showing work on the east windows, bathroom tiles, sanding the sanctuary floor, and getting ready to close in the ceiling.
Read morePeople and Stuff at 473 – February 2025
On Tuesday, February 11, there were 37 tradespeople on-site at 473! They were making things happen with drywall, wiring, concrete, welding, glass, insulation and more.
Read moreMission Discernment Workshops
The Transition Task Force is working with the congregation to look at our Mission and Vision statements to be sure they speak to us and to others in a way that truly represents FirstU in its new context.
Read moreUpdated Board Policies
This past year, the board and the administrator have been reviewing FirstU policies for clarity, for compliance with current legislation, and for consistency with current practices. These board-approved policies, reformatted […]
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