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Virtual Realities and Essential Ministries: What Makes a Congregation?

In this month of exploring “thresholds,” our state has begun the process of moving from “stay at home” orders to gradually “reopening.” What does this mean for houses of worship? The UUA has recommended that congregations offer vitual ministry until May of 2021. What informs this recommendation? How should we respond? And, as we consider … Continue reading Virtual Realities and Essential Ministries: What Makes a Congregation?

“No Caravan of Despair”: Faith for the Frontlines

Memorial Day is a time of collective mourning for those lost in service to their country. Often, it is the clergy who companion the traumatized and the grieving through their pain. As we honor those who died in active service, we also explore the history of Unitarian Universalist chaplains – how they have influenced the … Continue reading “No Caravan of Despair”: Faith for the Frontlines

Youth Sunday

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This Sunday is Youth Sunday, our special annual service that includes our beloved graduating seniors’ statements, and a bridging ritual that will mark their transition to Young Adulthood in the UU faith. The rest of the youth group will be contributing with readings, musical performances, and more. The service will focus on the ways love … Continue reading Youth Sunday

Nurture Your Spirit

Mother’s Day can be a complex holiday. Yet, there is simple goodness in the archtypal Mother, the nurturer. This meditative service will center experiences that invite us into comfort, healing and peace. “Wading in the Water” May 10, 2020 The Rev. Heather Janules How are you? This is a seemingly simple, three-word question. How are … Continue reading Nurture Your Spirit

Sacred Space Everywhere

Wendell Berry observes that “There are no unsacred places; there are only sacred places and desecrated places.” As we worship from our homes, together and apart, this service will explore what makes a place sacred, the nature of sanctuary (within and beyond dedicated sanctuaries) and how we might inhabit wherever we dwell in meaningful ways. … Continue reading Sacred Space Everywhere

Earth Day: Many Paths to Hope

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Earth Day invites us to consider our relationship with the environment. While the news as of late has been sobering, hope remains. Our Green Sanctuary Committee will lead this service, inviting us into spiritual connection and mutual relationship with the earth and affirming the need to act as grateful stewards. “Earth Day: Many Paths to … Continue reading Earth Day: Many Paths to Hope

Endings and Beginnings

For every beginning there is an ending; just as for every ending there is a beginning. Crossing these thresholds is a sacred time of letting go of the familiar and taking a leap of trust into the unknown future. How do we honor these thresholds and cross them with intention? This service is Marianne DiBlasi’s … Continue reading Endings and Beginnings