“Each of us is meant to have a character all our own, to be what no other can exactly be, and do what no other can exactly do.”
William Ellery Channing, "Becoming: A Spiritual Guide for Navigating Adulthood"
UU members Kathy Muller, Gail Thompson, and Denice Rodaniche prepare to "Redd Up Altoona", a community clean up effort held May 6th, 2023.
A drawing of the Edith Davis Eve chapel made by Denice Rodaniche for the ArtsAltoona coloring book.
Video: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Blair County (UUFBC) Presents: “Congratulations, it’s a Boy! (A Transition Journey)". Click to watch on Vimeo.
Some members of the UUFBC leadership team in front of the Chapel.
Audubon member, George Mahon, searches for the warbler that has caught our ear while on the Ray Amato Trail in Blair County.
UU members posing at the trail head on a Fun Fifth Audubon Walk.
Currently an aquatics specialist with the PA Dept. of Conservation & Natural Resources, Angie inspired us with the origins of her passion for promoting and protecting all things natural.
Dr. Nema Diakite is a 2023-2024 Penn State Humphrey Fellow. She is here to develop her professional and leadership skills to apply at the Ivory Coast Ministry of Women and Children.
UU members participate in the PRIDE parade in downtown Altoona on Oct. 11, 2024.
March 2, 2025: PSU Humphrey Fellow Isaac Carranza Jaen presented the History of the Panama Canal and shared a Panamanian historical film covering 100 years.
UUFBC March 2025 Fun Fifth at Nature Works Park in Hollidaysburg, following brunch in town.
More March 2025 Fun Fifth at Nature Works Park in Hollidaysburg, walk and guided tour.
Fun Fifth Aug 31, 2025 Mary Anne Colledge & John Chester opened their lovely Ivyside home to us. What a wonderful way to share their tomato harvest with BLTs!
Mike, Ann and Frank in the yard near the stream.
Beautiful weather for UU ladies in the shade: Gail, Christa, Georgia, and Susan.
Post-picnic chatter on the patio: Steve, Denice, Shamim, Dwight, & Carol.
April 5, 2026: an Easter Conundrum Skit, script by Kathy Muller; performers Gail Thompson, Denice Rodaniche, Diane Osgood, John Grove, Dwight Kennedy.
Journalist Ed Mahon presented on March 15, 2026, describing the important investigative work being done by the nonprofit SpotlightPA.
On March 28, 2026, UUFBC proudly sponsored the Indivisible Blair County No Kings 3 rally at Heritage Plaza rally and a mile-long march across the 17th St Bridge in Altoona. Speaking on behalf of UU, Denice Rodaniche explained our close relationship to IBC. Click on the image to access the YouTube link.
April 15, 2026: WISE Women banquet. UU member Kathy Muller accepts the Arts & Letters award for her many outstanding community contributions. “Her vision is rooted in the belief that arts, education and the inclusion of all are vital in creating a community with pride and being connected.” Bravo, Kathy!
Many of our UU congregation were present to support Kathy Muller for her WISE Women Award for 2026.
On May 17, 2025 Kathy Muller presented Grit & Grace: Celebrating Women Equality. Kathy developed the script and directed the filming of this historical piece.
On Sept. 21, 2025, Carol Taylor, President of Indivisible Blair County, presented Million Rising: Community Organizing.
Nov. 2, 2015: Living In An Islamic Community. Shamim Rajpar and John Grove described their experiences with the Peace Corps and its impact on their lives.
Nov. 2, 2015: Living In An Islamic Community. Shamim Rajpar and John Grove described their experiences with the Peace Corps and its impact on their lives.
Nov. 16, 2025: Dr. Zane Gates received the semi-annual award from UUFBC for the foundation dedicated to the memory of his mother, Gloria Gates.
January 18, 2026: Navigating the Material World. Michael Allison shared the similarities and differences between UU principles and Buddism.
March 1, 2026: Harriet Gaston described the father of Black History Month, Dr. Carter Woodson.
April 19, 2026: The Dignity Collaborative - Sue Patterson of PSU Altoona described several initiatives supporting students in need.
May 3, 2026: Art Therapy: Local art teacher Elaine Baney described how to harness the power of art and creativity for self-improvement.