Max Gaebler , who served the society as parish minister frona 1952 to 1987, was voted minister emeritus upon his retirement. Religious education is a lifelong process through which we find meaning and purpose for our lives, along with encouragement to live the truths we come to know. Channing Murray, long established on the University of Wisconsin campus, holds weekly meetings. The Alliance A longstanding organization at First Society is the Alliance, which is a member of the Unitarian Universalist Women's Federation. For more than 100 years, it has held regular meetings and sponsored summer picnics, workshops and service projects.
Groups meet during the day and in the evening.
There is also an active group for parents with young children. We strive to maintain an atmosphere of friendship and mutual support. In addition to the fellowship hour following each worship service and a First Sunday get-together for newcomers, a number of special events are held throughout th year for fun and informal interaction. These range from circle suppers, outings and monthly folk dances, to our Christmas pageant, Passover seder, Cabaret and Secret Friends programs. An active kids choir rehearses weekly and performs frequently.