Join us on Monday, October 28, at 6 pm for a discussion of "Negroland," by Margo Jefferson. This discussion will be held online, and is hosted by the BIPOC Authors Book Group. Participation is open to all, whether or not you have read the book. Contact UUSS Congregational Life Coordinator Kristin Cleveland at clc at … Continue reading Discussion of Margo Jefferson’s book “Negroland”
Gather for a circle facilitated by Patti Two Ravens Gile. We will raise and ground our collective energy with drumming, singing, and a simple circle dance. Hand drums and rattles welcome. Patti is Metis (Native (Mohawk-Abenaki)/European) and follows an Earth-centered, and heart centered spiritual path. All are welcome. Questions? contact Rev. Wendy or Rev. Lynn
Grief is a human response to loss, and includes a range of emotions, including sadness, anger, overwhelm or numbness, denial, guilt, and despair. If you are grieving, you aren't alone. If you have experienced a loss, whether it be a relationship. a job, a health change/diagnosis, a death, a loss of identity or meaning, or … Continue reading Grief Group
The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group NEXT meets online Wednesday, October 30th from 10:00 am until 12 noon. This week we continue our exploration of John MacBeath Watkins' The Outlaw John Locke & why liberalism is worth fighting for. (Specific chapters noted below). Books we have read delve into the ideas and the written word about … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group
Join UU Schenectady member and mindfulness Buddhist practitioner, Tamara Geveci, for a shared, in-person, meditation and mindfulness practice. All are welcome for any or all of the Fall sessions in the Emerson Room (or maybe outside if the weather allows). This will be a time of connection through guided meditative and mindfulness practice, as well … Continue reading Mid-Day Meditations
Do you like watching movies? Talking about movies? Eating popcorn while watching and talking about movies? Then Popcorn Theology is the place for you! Join HB Steadham, UUSS Director of Lifespan Religious Education, for this Adult Faith Development program in which we watch amazing movies and have fantastic discussions about faith and ethics. If childcare … Continue reading Popcorn Theology
The fall Getting To Know UU program will be held on Oct. 20th, Oct. 27th, and Nov. 3rd, after the worship services. in the 10/20 session, which runs noon - 2 pm, UUSS Co-Ministers Rev. Wendy Bartel & Rev. Lynn Gardner will share information about UU theologies and worship, as well as about themselves. (lunch … Continue reading Getting To Know UU
Join in for an informal yet hopefully deeply meaningful and connective time of sharing with others. These gatherings include time and space for reflection, sharing, and deep listening with questions focused on our monthly theme, which for November is Living our UU Values. Light snacks will be provided (you are also welcome to bring a … Continue reading Sharing Circles
Join members of Schenectady Clergy Against Hate in a time of grounding, centering, prayer, and music as we prepare for the election. This multifaith and multicultural event will be hosted by the Unitarian Universalist Society of Schenectady 1221 Wendell Ave., Schenectady. Street parking is available. Please be considerate of our neighbors. Masks are welcome though … Continue reading Pre-election Vigil
Join UU Schenectady member and mindfulness Buddhist practitioner, Tamara Geveci, for a shared, in-person, meditation and mindfulness practice. All are welcome for any or all of the Fall sessions in the Emerson Room (or maybe outside if the weather allows). This will be a time of connection through guided meditative and mindfulness practice, as well … Continue reading Mid-Day Meditations
This is a time to be together ... a service with room for you and your feelings, whatever they may be. There will be music and embodied practices, a few words, and space for quiet. Please be gentle with yourselves and those around you. In the days ahead we will be planning and strategizing how … Continue reading Post-Election Vigil
Did you know that Literacy Volunteers training and tutoring sessions are returning to Schenectady -- thanks in part to grants from UU Schenectady? Come learn about how Literacy Volunteers has evolved over the years and what they are doing now when Nancy Benz speaks at the next Daytime Alliance luncheon at UUSS at noon on Thursday, … Continue reading Daytime Alliance Luncheon Program: “Working toward a Literate Community” with Nancy Benz
It's Time-Again-to Circle the Wagons! Yeehaw, cowpokes! Parenting Circle is planned for this Friday, November 8, from 6-8 pm beginning in the Emerson Room. Pizza will be provided for kids AND adults! Kids will enjoy watching Toy Story and playing games with our childcare staff while parents head to the Fireplace Room to discuss LOVE … Continue reading Parenting Circle
The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group NEXT meets online Wednesday, November 13 th 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. To obtain a list of books we have … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group
Join UU Schenectady member and mindfulness Buddhist practitioner, Tamara Geveci, for a shared, in-person, meditation and mindfulness practice. All are welcome for any or all of the Fall sessions in the Emerson Room (or maybe outside if the weather allows). This will be a time of connection through guided meditative and mindfulness practice, as well … Continue reading Mid-Day Meditations
The UUSS LGBTQ+ group will be having another game night on Friday, November 15th! All adults who identify within the LGBTQ+ community are invited to join us in the dining room, starting at 7pm. You are welcome -but not required- to bring your favorite game and a small snack or finger-food to share (nothing that … Continue reading LGBTQ+ Game Night
The Buildings and Grounds Team is sponsoring a fall work party to put the gardens to bed for the winter! On Saturday, November 16 from 10am – noon we’ll clear out the leaves and dead plant foliage and get everything nice and tidy. Everyone is welcome, all ages, and no experience necessary. We’ll have tools … Continue reading Gardens Work Party
Join the BIPOC Book Group sponsored Zoom conversation on Monday, November 18, at 6 pm. We'll discuss "The Bone People," by Keri Hulme. The book won the 1985 Booker Prize and Hulme was the first New Zealander to ever win the Booker Prize. For zoom info, contact UUSS Congregational Life Coordinator Kristin Cleveland at clc … Continue reading Discussion of Keri Hulme’s “The Bone People”
UUSS member Lois Porter developed an interest in Tarot during Covid. She will share her conviction that Tarot has the potential to help individuals explore challenges and everyday life issues. She considers herself a collaborative reader and believes, as Lao Tzu indicated, “At the center of your being you have the answer, you know who you … Continue reading Tarot Cards: Magic? Evil? Scam? Deception? A Mirror? Helpful? (EBWA November Program)
After worship on Sunday November 24th, we'll gather in the Great Hall & on Zoom for a fall meeting! Congregational members will soon receive an email through Breeze about this meeting. If you don't see it in your Inbox, it may be in your promotions or spam folder, so please check there. If you still … Continue reading Fall Congregational Meeting
