The History of the Universal Singers

Posted by Michele Kelly on  August 23, 2023
The Universal Singers at the FUSF Pride Service 2023The FUSF choir, officially known as “The Universal Singers,” has been in existence since the early 1990s.  Our Minister Emeritus, Rev. Carol Rosine, suggested the name, thinking that it sounded more welcoming and less intimidating than “FUSF Choir.”  Over the last 30 years, many singers have come and gone and several FUSF volunteers have led the group including Phil Hall, Sue Bencuya, Rick Duthe, Lyndie Laramore, and

Savers FUNDrive

Posted by Laura Cerier on  July 9, 2023
The First Universalist Society in Franklin is holding a Savers FUNDrive. Please drop off your gently used, CLEAN clothing, accessories, shoes, books, and SMALL household items to the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin on Wednesday, August 9th; Thursday, August 10th; or Friday August 11th, between 9 am and NOON. Please BAG clothing and other soft goods; BOX books, small household items, and media. DO NOT INCLUDE: ENCYCLOPEDIAS, ELECTRONICS, FLAMMABLE PRODUCTS, FURNITURE, MAKE UP,

Summer 2023 Worship Service Schedule

Posted by Laura Cerier on  June 14, 2023
The First Universalist Society in Franklin (FUSF) is pleased to announce its summer worship services. These services will explore the theme of individual spiritual practices.  The series starts on July 9 and runs through August 27, 2023.  Services begin at 10 a.m. and all are welcome to attend. Each Sunday, members of FUSF will share a spiritual practice that resonates deeply within them.  Attendees will have the opportunity to explore practices such as prayer; mindfulness meditation as
Thank you so much for your generosity! The Welcoming Congregation Initiative Team is so appreciative of your support and so excited to see rainbows popping up on campus.  Our Pride Visibility Fundraiser has raised $618 so far!  Your generosity has paid for: 1 rainbow feather flag – $2502 rainbow sign decals – $1201 progressive pride flag and wall-mounted pole for the outside corner of the building – $845 adirondack chairs – $150FUSF showing their LGBTQIA+ welcoming status  – pricelessOur

FUSF Art Wall

Posted by Dave Gerlits on  May 12, 2023
100% of the proceeds from the sale of the photos will be donated to the First Universalist Society in Franklin  Barbara Evans, photographer