May 5, 2019 is the 200th anniversary of William Ellery Channing’s landmark sermon delivered in Baltimore, addressing the criticisms of the established order and embracing the accusation of heresy. This is a good opportunity to look back and to consider what it was that our liberal spiritual ancestors were rejecting and affirming, and to consider what we … Continue reading May 12, Rev. Greg Chute,  “Unitarian Christianity at 200.”   

Many of us proclaim curiosity as a valued trait. Have you ever considered why? Where has curiosity taken you, of late? At this service with Rev. Sue Browning we’ll explore the benefits and risks of leading a life guided by curiosity. The service will include our annual Flower Communion.

The biggest question at the end of Mark’s gospel is not “What happened to Jesus’ body?” but “What will happen to his inner circle — heirs to his social justice project?”  Likewise, modern UUs need to face our own uncertainties now, to ready ourselves to defend and promote restorative and distributive justice, no matter the cost.

Symbols are powerful. From what we wear, to what we display, symbols shortcut our communications with one another. At this service with Rev. Sue Browning together we’ll ask, ‘When we see the cross of Christianity displayed, what comes to mind?’ and we will consider ways some Unitarian Universalists understand the cross.

When a child returns home after facing a challenge, we might say, “I’m proud of you.” We foster a child’s sense of pride in who they are and affirm their sense of power in the world. At this service Rev. Sue Browning will explore the ways we learn to take pride in our full identities … Continue reading Apr 7, Rev. Sue Browning, “Claiming Pride.” Special music by harpist Meredith Hadaway

Rev. John Ames will explore the Old Testament story of Ruth. Her journey from her own country to Israel is a testimony in favor of inclusivism in ancient Israel as opposed to the exclusive theology that tended to prevail. Ruth, a foreign, non-Jewish woman, was welcomed into Israel and became an ancestor of King David … Continue reading Mar 31, Rev. John Ames, “Ruth – The Handmaiden of the Lord.”

Mahatma Gandhi published a list of Seven Social Sins almost off-handedly in 1925. But in this short list is great wisdom. During this interactive service we will discuss Gandhi’s list of “social sins” and its implications in the current world environment. They are: Wealth without Work; Pleasure without Conscience; Knowledge without Character; Commerce (Business) without … Continue reading Mar 24, Gary Jackoway, Mahatma Gandhi’s Seven Deadly Social Sins. Special music by Philip Dutton.

Has your life ever included a transformative journey? Was it physical travel, or maybe a lifestyle change? When on a pilgrimage we intentionally leave ordinary patterns of life with a destination in mind. At this service with Rev. Sue Browning we’ll reflect on the ways we are changed as we move toward our destination and … Continue reading Mar 17, Rev. Sue Browning, “Learning from the Journey.”   

Armond is a familiar face and voice in our community working for Social Justice. He was raised on Cannon Street and lived the experience of an earlier Chestertown with its segregated neighborhoods, schools, restaurants, movie theater-even hospital. Armond was present when the Freedom Riders came to Chestertown in 1962, and his unique perspective is important … Continue reading Mar 10, Rev. Armand Fletcher, “The Good News of Hope in Challenging Times.”