Speaker: Karen Baggott

International Day of Peace

In anticipation of International Day of Peace, Karen Baggott and Meganne Smith will be sharing thoughts and songs on the topic of peace. Peace is a noun, and it is a verb; it is a process and a destination.

If I Had a Hammer

Activist and musician, Pete Seeger, will be celebrated in our service on January 28th. Barb Thomas and Karen Baggott will bring back words and songs from a look at his life that was presented at UCF in 2015, one year after his passing. Through his music, he inspired many to do more for the environment … Continue reading If I Had a Hammer

Forks in the Road

Largely autobiographical, Tom Neilson’s talk is about choices and milestones in our lives. This will be a very musical service, so come ready to jam! BIO: Tom Neilson combines art with activism. Performing since the age of 3, he has received over two dozen awards, including two song of the year awards from Independent Musicians … Continue reading Forks in the Road

Wild Bird, Flowing Water – Celebrating Nature in Poetry

Susan Roberts and Karen Baggott will lead this service where poems, art and music are key elements. UCF members and friends have been invited to share their favorite poems. Susan will share her nature photography and Karen, with Meganne Smith will share Karen’s original composition.  Come prepared to choose a word or two during coffee … Continue reading Wild Bird, Flowing Water – Celebrating Nature in Poetry

One Vision in Two Voices

What is called the “first-wave” of feminism occurred about 100 years ago. Karen Baggott and Meganne Smith, from two different moments in that century, share personal stories, thoughts, and questions about the unique struggles of women. They hope for and envision a union of all people in eradicating these struggles for women of the future.