Speaker: Rev. Wendy Bartel

Beginning Again for the First Time

March 6, 2022 at 10:30 am Rev. Wendy Bartel

What? How can we do something again for the first time? We are exploring paradoxes and polarities this month. Let’s find out, together! To watch this worship service, click HERE … Continue reading Beginning Again for the First Time

Why?

February 13, 2022 at 10:30 am Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, Robyn Salvin

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?

Tutu, King, and the Roaring Engine of Delight

January 30, 2022 at 10:30 am Rev. Dr. Leon Dunkley, Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel

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

January 16, 2022 at 10:30 am Rev. Wendy Bartel

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

December 24, 2021 at 7:00 pm Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, UUSS Choir

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…

December 19, 2021 at 10:30 am Rev. Wendy Bartel

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

November 21, 2021 at 10:30 am Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, UUSS Members

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

September 26, 2021 at 10:30 am Rev. Wendy Bartel

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

June 13, 2021 at 10:30 am Ethan Emerson Harder, Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, Robin Ahearn, Will Comparin

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

June 6, 2021 at 10:30 am Barbara Cornell, Joel and Francisco Gomez-Dossi, Martina and Gigi Gabriel Dillman, Rev. Lynn Gardner, Rev. Wendy Bartel, Rosie Lewis

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

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