Dear Reader,
This is the Thursday, May 14, 2026 full edition of the Tapestry newsletter of upcoming events and announcements. All events are open to anyone who wishes to join, except where otherwise noted.
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Upcoming Sunday Service at 11:00 AM:
Fromm the Generous Heart
by Eric Huckabay
Optimism is a feeling, and we can never be positive about how we’ll feel. Sometimes integrity means we fake it til we make it. Even when we don't feel like it. If we pretend long enough, never giving up, it just might be who we are.
If you're unable to join us in person, Zoom is still an option by clicking HERE.
Announcements:
SEE Justice Blog: NAMIWalks Greater Houston
by Geoff Sanders on 5/14/2026
First Unitarian Universalist Church has a team for the NAMIWalks Greater Houston event on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:30a -2p. https://www.namiwalks.org/teams/81601
It takes courage to admit you need help with your mental health; it’s pretty common knowledge by now. Statistics remind us that the average delay between symptoms’ onset and treatment is 11 years. That's far too long for anyone to wait, and it's why your support matters.
It also takes bravery to break out of your routine and step into the role of caregiver, or in the case of joining NAMIWalks 2026, becoming a hope-giver.
But it’s worth it. Ask anyone whose life has been made better through the services, programs, guidance, and education of NAMI, the beneficiary of the funds you raise.
We participate as a team, teaming up against impossibility. We believe with our voices, which ask for a donor’s support, and with our movement, however we show up - carrying us to the NAMIWalks finish line.
We think that you might be the “you” in unity, and a building block for our community at large.
Please, join our ranks today. Only together can we be NAMIWalks.
Read More and Comment on the SEE Justice Blog
Cooking Covenant Group: June: Yogurt! A Demonstration
by Tracy Cook on 5/5/2026
June: Yogurt! Demonstration
Yogurt is quite easy to make, but it *does* take some time! I will demonstrate the technique I have used many times. But since it takes 12 hours to mature, I will also have some ready to consume.
In addition, I will try my hand at coconut yogurt made ahead of time, if anyone would like to taste some. I am not a big fan of coconut milk on its own, so I’ve never made it into yogurt before. I use coconut milk in soups all the time, though.
If you would like to bring along some toppings or mix-ins, that would be lovely! Maybe some fruit, or granola? I will have honey, maple syrup, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Who knows what kinds of fruit or jellies I will have at that time, ha!
Meet at my/Tracy’s house on Saturday, June 6 from 3:00-4:30 PM.
Read More and Comment on the Cooking Covenant Group Blog
Share-the-Plate
May's share-the-plate offering is going to Transgender Law Center, the largest national, trans-led organization working to set all people free. They champion the right of all transgender and gender-nonconforming people to make their own choices and live freely, safely, and authentically. Prioritizing BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) , disabled, and HIV+ communities, they advance community-driven strategies that harness trans knowledge, power, and joy to ensure that we all not only survive but thrive at all ages and phases of life.
GA - UUA General Assembly June 19-20-21, 2026 Virtual Meetings
This year, GA is fully virtual. Unitarian Universalists in the Greater Houston area are invited to join together for the worship and learning components from June 19 through the 21 . You can join in with other UUs at:
- Fri. June 19th at 6:30 - 8:30 PM
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 5200 Fannin St., Houston, TX 77004 - Sat. Jun. 20th at 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, lunch provided
Ware Lecture 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church 1900 Bering Dr., Houston, TX 77057 - Sun. Jun. 21st 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Bay Area Unitarian Universalist Church 17503 El Camino Real, Webster, TX 77058 - Sun. Jun. 21st 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Northwoods Unitarian Universalist Church 1370 N. Millbend Dr., The Woodlands, TX 77380
Tapestry Disc Golf!
Disc Golf Signal app group SIGN-UP
Interested in getting together for disc golf? If you'd like to play disc golf some early Saturday morning then join the Disc Golf Signal app group for notifications on the day(s) before the game. Then if you are available show up with some water and a hat. There will be discs available so there is no need to buy or bring discs. The game takes less than 2 hours and is free.
You can email dg@uutapestry.org with your Signal app phone number or userName to get an invite to join the Signal app Disc Golf group. If you have the Signal app installed you can send a message to: oldwippersnapper.01 to join the group. Then you'll get a Signal app Disc Golf group event notification whenever anyone posts an upcoming disc golf game event with the date, time, and location for the game. If you see the event notification just show up on Saturday to get some exercise, to spend some time in nature, and to enjoy playing disc golf with friends.
Disc Golf is good fun, companionship, and a great way to get out in nature. All skill levels are welcome, and loaner discs are available. There are a variety of attractive and challenging courses in the NW Houston area (no fees required), and we sometimes organize road trips to sample other venues. See our Disc Golf group slideshow at: https://uutapestry.org/DiscGolf. We also meet on Zoom Fridays at 4 pm CT to talk and plan future events.
The Group is open to current and former members and friends of Tapestry UU Church of Houston who are interested in playing disc golf. Games and other outings are organized on the Tapestry Disc Golfers Facebook private group page and via the Signal app. To learn more, request to join the Tapestry Disc Golfers Facebook group, or email dg@uutapestry.org. See you on the course!
Tapestry Board Meetings
Your Tapestry Board of Trustees is meeting monthly.
When: 2nd Saturday of each month beginning at 3:00 pm.
Where: Location will vary. Email board@uutapestry.org for more meeting specifics.
View the upcoming agenda by clicking HERE.
We're Looking for More Liturgists!
Covenant Groups
The following groups are currently accepting new members:
- Cooking Covenant Group
- Gardening Covenant Group
The Women Aligned Spiritually Group is currently closed, but it may reopen to new members next summer.
For more information, please see https://uutapestry.org/CovenantGroups or to suggest a new group, email pastpresident@uutapestry.org.
Tapestry Caring Team
Upcoming Events From Our Calendar:
May 15 (Friday), 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Disc Golf V-Beer Meeting
Weekly Friday 3 PM to 4:30 PM disc golf v-beer Zoom meeting. Contact dg@uutapestry.org for more information.
May 17 (Sunday), 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Annual Congregational Meeting
Tapestry Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston will conduct its annual congregational meeting on Sunday, May 17th at 12:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall at CJCN. The meeting will also be available via Zoom at this link. A quorum of twenty percent (20%) of the Voting Members of the Church is required for votes to be recognized and the proceedings to be valid. Town hall meetings have all been completed.
Questions regarding the agenda and other attachments were posed during the town halls for in-depth discussion, and will not be discussed during the congregational meeting. The meeting is for voting and celebrating. Links to relevant documents can be found here:
In Faith,
Tapestry Board of Trustees
May 17 (Sunday), 1:45 PM - 4:45 PM: Brew CrUU
Hello there, drink enthusiasts!
Brew CrUU will be meeting this week at Hero's, a veteran-owned neighborhood bar with some great food options. They do have a kids menu for the little ones, and outdoor seating is available for those with pets, so bring the whole family along!
We'll be meeting there around 1:45 ish after service, so feel free to stop by. Address below, see you all there!
3301 Louetta Rd,
Spring, TX 77388
May 19 (Tuesday), 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Worship Team Meeting
This meeting is to discuss ongoing Worship Team tasks
May 15 (Friday): UU Consolidation Anniversary
https://www.uua.org/southern/blog/happy-may-lets-celebrate-consolidation-day
May 16 (Saturday), 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM: NAMI Walk
First Unitarian Universalist Church has a team for the NAMIWalks Greater Houston event on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:30a -2p.
https://www.namiwalks.org/teams/81601
Thank you for your interest and readership...
Newsletter editor, Tapestry Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston
newsletter@uutapestry.org