Sunday Worship: Decoding Coded Racial Language

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

Join UUSS Worship Associates Tom Comparin and Lars Dahl as they lead this Sunday's worship service, exploring the messaging that distorts our understanding and hinders progress toward justice, equity, and compassion in human relations.

Summer Potluck Picnic!

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

Stay after the worship service on Sunday August 6th for a Potluck Picnic! In addition to the great food and conversation opportunities, we’ll have board games, lawn games, and ping pong! Click HERE to RSVP, and also to sign up to help with setup or cleanup if you can. RSVPs are very helpful for the setup crew, … Continue reading Summer Potluck Picnic!

Philosophy Discussion Group

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, August 9 th from 10:00 AM until 12 noon. We will discuss:  "Thucydides.” The discussion will be facilitated by Dave Lambert. 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 … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group

Sunday Worship: Learnings from BIPOC Authors

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

Over the past few years, members of UUSS have read memoirs, novels, poems, and other works written by Black, Indigenous and other People of Color, and then gathered on Zoom for a discussion about that month's reading selection. Come on Sunday August 13th to hear members share some of the insights gained through these readings … Continue reading Sunday Worship: Learnings from BIPOC Authors

Philosophy Group Discussion

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, August 16thth from 10:00 AM until 12 noon. We will discuss:   "Sources – suggested books or discussions””  Facilitated by the Group members.  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 … Continue reading Philosophy Group Discussion

Movie Night: Love Simon

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

The UUSS LGBTQ group will be hosting a movie night on August 18th in the Great Hall at 7pm. This event is open to all! We will be watching Love Simon. The movie will start at 7pm. Just a reminder no food or drink in the Great Hall. Please contact Jenifer Pritchard with any questions … Continue reading Movie Night: Love Simon

Sunday Worship: Wellspring – Deep Questions

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

Participants of the Wellspring program's Deep Questions class will share learnings from their year-long exploration of UU principles.

Sunday Worship: In Search of the Sovereignty Goddess

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

About the guest worship leader: For the past 8 years Melissa has been part of a group in Schenectady growing urban farms and urban farming; attending to regenerative growing practices thru the lens of food justice and food security. Schenectady Urban Farms is currently one of Schenectady Community Ministries’ (SiCM) programs and Melissa serves as … Continue reading Sunday Worship: In Search of the Sovereignty Goddess

Philosophy Discussion Group

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, August 30th from 10:00 AM until 12 noon. We will discuss: "Locke- Thoughts on Democracy in the Trump Era"   Facilitated by Gabrielle Reals. Books we have read delve into the ideas and the written word about - knowledge, truth, reality, reason, ethics, and government. NO prior … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group

Philosophy Group Discussion

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The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group meets online Wednesday, September 6th from 10:00 AM until 12 noon. We will begin to discuss our NEW book: "Humanly Possible: 700 Years of Humanist Thinking….   Sarah Bakewell - Facilitated by Robb Smith Books we have read delve into the ideas and the written word about - knowledge, truth, … Continue reading Philosophy Group Discussion