Rev. Chute explains: “Sometimes it feels like things are running out of control, or at least not the way I expected. That can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, fear, and assorted other debilitating responses. Psychologists and self-styled internet gurus suggest lots of ways of coping; some valid, others not so much. Let’s explore together some of the more positive approaches to enjoying 2020.”
This congregation compassionately takes care of one another. This congregation creatively explores a life’s issues together. This congregation carries its values beyond our doors through acts of service, witness and advocacy. This is who we are. Join us for a service with Rev. Sue Browning where we’ll consider what it takes to sustain this community that matters to so many in so many ways. The service will be followed by our Stewardship Campaign kick-off.
Rev. Scrivo explains: “I’ve always loved to dance but there wasn’t money for lessons when I was a child. As an adult, I’ve taken a few ballet classes but never been part of a dance ensemble. That changed this fall when I joined the Chalice Dancers and learned about moving on after missteps and experiencing grace.”
Over the last five years racial justice has become central in the national and local conversation. Lots of talk and learning, but Is progress actually being made to dismantle the systemic aspects of racism? At this service with Rev. Sue Browning on MLK weekend we’ll take stock of the ongoing challenges and pockets of hope in … Continue reading Jan 19, Rev. Sue Browning, “Progress and Reality.”
We now have 10 years to make drastic changes in our modern world in order to ward off catastrophic disaster. While Climate activists like Greta Thunberg are winning awards for their work, they are not asking for accolades but for action. As we reflect on our own Integrity for the New year and New decade, how can we commit ourselves to the work of creating climate Justice? Let’s explore together.
We aspire to be people of integrity. We aspire to be authentic. Join Rev. Sue Browning as we reflect on the sense of peace that comes when we remember to bring our whole selves with us wherever we may go.
As the New Year approaches, we pause to explore “possibility” as a continuum we can navigate with awareness. To be effective but realistic, we need to avoid pessimism (“afraid to try”) on one hand and naive optimism (“Pollyanna couples”) on the other. The “sweet spots the dynamic middle ground of “pragmatic realism” that lies, elusively and yet playfully, somewhere in between.
“Holding Onto Awe.” Communities stay connected through rituals that remind us to pay attention. In particular Christmas rituals offer opportunities to sense kindness, mystery and joy all around us. Join the Unitarian Universalists of the Chester River for an evening of story and song (including Silent Night!) as all ages gather for our Eve of Eve service, December 23 at 7 p.m. The service will be followed by light refreshments.
Service will be tomorrow evening, December 23
