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“Finding the Light – Our Water Communion Service” – Rev. Sue Browning, Minister — In Person & Zoom

During the course of the pandemic many of the ways we connected formally and informally in our communities were interrupted. What in our relationships needs to be restored and revitalized? Why? At this service led by Rev. Sue Browning we’ll explore the ways our congregation can serve as roots and wings as we imagine our vision for … Continue reading “Finding the Light – Our Water Communion Service” – Rev. Sue Browning, Minister — In Person & Zoom

Ingathering Worship Service, “Where Do You Belong?”- Rev. Gary Chute, Guest Speaker — In Person & Zoom

Join us as we mark the end of summer and return to our traditional Sunday services on September 11. Rev. Greg Chute will begin the new church year with a sermon on “belonging.” We all belong to a vast array of groups: family, friends, political parties, nations, book clubs, tennis teams, denominations, etc. Some of these … Continue reading Ingathering Worship Service, “Where Do You Belong?”- Rev. Gary Chute, Guest Speaker — In Person & Zoom

“Summer Reading” – Amy Warner, Leader — Summer Discussion, In Person ONLY

Please select a fiction or nonfiction book you’ve read that you think others might be interested in reading too, and then prepare to share a two-three minute summary of it for our summer discussion. We’ll be sending around a list for you to add the author’s name and full title of the book so that we … Continue reading “Summer Reading” – Amy Warner, Leader — Summer Discussion, In Person ONLY

Sunday, August 14 — “Excellence and Perfection” – Rev. Sue Browning, Leader — Summer Discussion, In Person ONLY

Many of us have grown up placing a high value on excellence. We’ve been taught to dream big and then pour our energies into the perfect execution of plans. Is setting high standards useful? Are there pitfalls? At this summer discussion service with Rev. Sue Browning we’ll explore the role of excellence and perfection in our … Continue reading Sunday, August 14 — “Excellence and Perfection” – Rev. Sue Browning, Leader — Summer Discussion, In Person ONLY

July 24 — “Coping with Today’s Supreme Court” – Rev. Sue Browning — In Person ONLY

Recent Supreme Court decisions have changed foundational precedents. More significant decisions are expected to come. At this summer conversation with Rev. Sue Browning, together we’ll reflect on the ways our UU values guide us in challenging times, and in particular consider, “What questions are we now asking (and why)?” Rev. Sue Browning, Leader

July 17 — “Forest Bathing” – Diane Shields, leader — In Person ONLY

The Japanese phrase “Shinrin-Yoku” translates roughly to “forest bathing” or absorbing the forest atmosphere. Many studies show the physical and mental health benefits of this practice. There will be a short discussion of the concept, followed by practicing it in our Memorial Woodland Garden, weather permitting. Some may consider this a spiritual practice to better … Continue reading July 17 — “Forest Bathing” – Diane Shields, leader — In Person ONLY