Why?
When we have a sense of why, it becomes a bit easier to discern the what and the how. But if we never ask the question, we don’t know what’s … Continue reading Why?
Speaker: Rev. Wendy Bartel
Tutu, King, and the Roaring Engine of Delight
Desmond Tutu stood on the broad shoulders of Martin Luther King. King was inspired by the peace and disobedience of Henry David Thoreau. All three were committed to justice. All … Continue reading Tutu, King, and the Roaring Engine of Delight
Leaning In: the Courage to Connect
Courage invites us to live with heart. When things are hard, some of us tend to withdraw, or hunker down trying to take care of it ourselves. Living with heart … Continue reading Leaning In: the Courage to Connect
Blessings of Love and Wonder
We gather online to share an ancient story of hope and possibility, light candles in the darkness, and sing songs of joy and peace. There will be a special collection … Continue reading Blessings of Love and Wonder
The Longest Night Nears…
As we approach the longest night, what are you noticing? What are you longing for? Are the blues moving in? Has reverence visited? As autumn turns to winter, shall we … Continue reading The Longest Night Nears…
Bridging Families & Traditions
As Unitarian Universalists we welcome and celebrate families of all shapes and sizes, and among us, we celebrate different holidays and holy days. Join us for a special service that … Continue reading Bridging Families & Traditions
A Simple Complex Faith
Staying present in liminality requires vulnerability and open minds, hearts, and will. Our seven principles provide some touchstones when life gets hard. Yet, living those principles can also be challenging … Continue reading A Simple Complex Faith
One Wild and Precious Life
On Sunday, UUSS will celebrate its annual Flower Communion and also our annual Youth Bridging ritual. On Saturday, June 12th, if you are able, stop by UUSS between 9:30 am … Continue reading One Wild and Precious Life
The Power of Love
How has the power of love been experienced and expressed by LGBTQ members and allies at UU Schenectady? We reflect on the power of love of self, others, community, the … Continue reading The Power of Love
I Owe God a Death!
Our American culture remains death-defying, and our UU movement failed, a decade ago, to embrace mortality during our re-visioning of our Purposes and Principles. We have work to do. If … Continue reading I Owe God a Death!