Holiday Hangout

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

On Sunday December 10th, hang out with UUSS after the service for some holiday fun! Sing carols and other holiday songs around the piano and then head to the dining room to create a wreath and other decorations and gifts while snacking on seasonal refreshments.

Philosophy Group Discussion

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, January 3rd from 10:00 am until 12 noon.  Books we have read delve into the ideas and the written word about - knowledge, truth, reality, reason, ethics, and government. NO prior knowledge of philosophy is needed to participate. NEW BOOK! PULITZER PRISE WINNG AUTHOR! - JON MEACHAM - … Continue reading Philosophy Group Discussion

UUSS LGBTQ Group

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

The UUSS LGBTQ group will have its next meeting on January 19th, 2024 from 7pm to 8:30pm in the Fireplace Room. We will be discussing the topic of gender this month. Please contact UUSS Congregational Life Coordinator Kristin Cleveland at clc@uuschenectady.org if you have questions.

Herbs for Winter Resilience

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

Bring your lunch and join UUSS members and home herbalist Donna Jennings and community herbalist Melissa MacKinnon for an afternoon learning about herbal support for the winter time. We’ll share herbal beverages you can taste, discuss their benefits, and if you like you can make your own blend to take with you. We’ll focus on … Continue reading Herbs for Winter Resilience

Philosophy Group Discussion

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online on Wednesday, January 10th from 10:00 am until 12 noon. Books we have read delve into the ideas and the written word about -  knowledge, truth, reality, reason, ethics, and government. NO prior knowledge of philosophy is needed to participate. Join us to discuss The Soul of America … Continue reading Philosophy Group Discussion

Philosophy Discussion Group

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, January 31st from 10:00 am until 12 noon. Books we have read delve into the ideas and the written word about -  knowledge, truth, reality, reason, ethics, and government. NO prior knowledge of philosophy is needed to participate. We are currently reading The Soul of America - … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group

Grief Group

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

Grief is our human response to loss, and losses can result from so many different things: a death, a change in employment, a relationship, a move, a diagnosis, an accident, and more. All of this can be complicated even more during and after holidays and in the winter. If you are grieving, you are invited to join … Continue reading Grief Group

Multigenerational Multicongregational Online Trivia Night!

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Gather with UUs from around the region on Friday, February 2nd, from 7-8:30 pm for a multigenerational, multicongregational trivia night! As in past years, there will be multiple rounds of questions covering a variety of topics, including a few questions about UU history, plus the ever popular “name that UU hymn,” music round. We’ll make … Continue reading Multigenerational Multicongregational Online Trivia Night!

Choir rehearsal

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

Do you like to sing with others? Join us at choir rehearsal, either Tuesday evening or Sundays before the worship service, or both! Then on occasional Sundays, the choir will sing as part of the worship service. Questions? Contact Maria Elmer, UUSS Music Director, at music@uuschenectady.org.

On Repentance and Repair Class (please register ahead)

Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave, Schenectady, NY

Tom Comparin, Rev. Wendy and Rev. Lynn will facilitate a three-session class on this year’s UUA Common Read, On Repentance and Repair by Danya Ruttenberg. It invites readers to explore practices for accountability that can bring us into wholeness and really make a difference in our personal, community, and national relationships. Participants are encouraged to … Continue reading On Repentance and Repair Class (please register ahead)