Speaker: Rev. Lynn Gardner

When Communities Grieve

Sunday Nov. 16th, 10:30 am Rev. Dr. Linda Anderson, Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Margie Allen

November’s theme is grief and gratitude. We can grieve the loss of someone or something we care about and sorrow might be felt in the recognition of that loss. Gratitude … Continue reading When Communities Grieve

Covenants: The Promises We Make

Sunday Oct. 26th, 10:30 am Maria Elmer, Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel

Unitarian Universalism is a covenantal faith. Rather than requiring a statement of belief, sometimes known as a creed, we are invited into a free and responsible search for truth and … Continue reading Covenants: The Promises We Make

Forgiveness: A Practice for the Long Haul

Sunday October 5th, 10:30 am Lars Dahl, Maria Elmer, Rev. Lynn Gardner, UUSS Choir

Whether a relationship is with friends, family, a partner, a community, a congregation, with ourselves, the Earth, or with humanity/the Holy/Mystery/Spirit of Love, they will need some attention and care … Continue reading Forgiveness: A Practice for the Long Haul

Confirming our Coordinates

Sunday Sept. 21, 10:30 am HB Steadham, Maria Elmer, Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, Tom Comparin

In these tumultuous times, how might we get our bearings so that we can understand where we are, how we are, and where we belong. In a world of fake … Continue reading Confirming our Coordinates

Ingathering Water Communion: Get on Board!

Sunday September 14th, 10:30 am Maria Elmer, Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, UUSS Choir

Times are tumultuous. We need one another. Bring a little water to symbolize your summer! We’ll commission our UUSS Board of Trustees! Come to church! Invite a friend! Bring a … Continue reading Ingathering Water Communion: Get on Board!

Give Thanks for Beauty — Flower Celebration

Sunday June 8th, 10:30 am Maria Elmer, Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, UUSS Choir

As this fiscal year begins to wind down, we’ll celebrate our congregation, our Religious Education (RE) teachers and other volunteers, and share in the flower celebration ritual in a multigenerational … Continue reading Give Thanks for Beauty — Flower Celebration

How do We Become?

Sunday May 4th, 10:30 am LB Hannahs, Liam Decker, Maria Elmer, Rev. Lynn Gardner

What roles do intention and accident have in how our lives unfold? When there is upheaval in the world, how might we choose between resistance, reform, and revolution? “Your path … Continue reading How do We Become?

Thinking Like a Fullback, a Honeybee, or Margaret Mead

Sunday Feb. 2, 10:30 am Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, Tamara Geveci

As we begin our month exploring our theme of “We are Many, We are One” we consider what might we learn from a team player, an insect, and an anthropologist. … Continue reading Thinking Like a Fullback, a Honeybee, or Margaret Mead

Journeys of Healing & Repair

Sunday January 12, 10:30 am Jackie Citriniti, Maria Elmer, Rev. Lynn Gardner, Robyn Salvin

So much can be broken or in need of healing: relationships, our bodies, our spirits. How might we be part of moving toward healing and repair? How might we care … Continue reading Journeys of Healing & Repair

A Thrill of Hope

Christmas Eve, Tuesday Dec. 24th, 7 pm Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, with Music Director Maria Elmer and soloist John Spinelli

All are welcome for this evening service celebrating hope in the darkness with an ancient birth story, glorious music, and the warmth of community. The offering will be shared between … Continue reading A Thrill of Hope

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