Locavore Lunch

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

Members of the Green Sanctuary team will be preparing main dishes, bread and coleslaw. Please bring a side dish or dessert. Here's the link to a sign up so we can estimate the amount of food: https://bit.ly/.locavorelunch2024  Don't stay away if you forget, or are not able to cook for some reason. Admission is a contribution … Continue reading Locavore Lunch

Event Series Mid-Day Meditations

Mid-Day Meditations

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

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

Philosophy Discussion Group

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

The UU Schenectady Philosophy Group NEXT meets online Wednesday, October 16th from 10:00 am until 12 noon. This week, Bob Bosca facilitates a discussion of Chapters 16 & 17 of The Outlaw John Locke & why liberalism is worth fighting for, by John MacBeath Watkins. Books we read delve into the ideas and the written … Continue reading Philosophy Discussion Group

Game Night!

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

On the 2nd Friday of October, December, February, April & June, gather at UUSS to play board games or ping pong and corn hole toss, or just to watch and enjoy conversation! All are welcome to these fun connection events. Feel free to bring snacks -- simple finger foods are best, so that we don't … Continue reading Game Night!

Sharing Circles

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

Sharing Circles 1st Sunday of the month, 12-1:00 pm. Join in for an informal yet hopefully deeply meaningful and connective time of sharing with others. These gatherings will include time and space for reflection, sharing, and deep listening with questions focused on our monthly theme. Light snacks will be provided (you are also welcome to bring a … Continue reading Sharing Circles

Popcorn Theology!

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

Gather with friends from UUSS to watch a movie together and then discuss the spiritual and theological themes that arise from that movie. We'll meet in the Emerson Room -- just follow the smell of the popcorn!! On 10/4 we'll watch The Hunger Games.

Daytime Alliance Luncheon: Eleanor Aronstein speaking on “Exit Choices: End of Life Decisions”

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

No matter what our age is, we all have questions about the end of life. All are invited to join the Daytime Alliance at noon on Thursday, Oct. 3, in the church Dining Room for a catered lunch and a factual presentation on end of life choices by Eleanor Aronstein. Eleanor Is an upbeat speaker who … Continue reading Daytime Alliance Luncheon: Eleanor Aronstein speaking on “Exit Choices: End of Life Decisions”

UU Climate Justice Revival: Worship & Advocacy Hour

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

We will join with several hundred other UU congregations in this historic moment! Sat. Sep 28th, 9:00-1:30 & Sun. Sep 29, 10:30 worship then Advocacy Hour “The UU Climate Justice Revival is about more than just “climate!” Climate justice is racial justice, is gender justice, is disability justice, immigration justice, LGBTQIA+ justice, economic justice, mental … Continue reading UU Climate Justice Revival: Worship & Advocacy Hour

UU Climate Justice Revival: Programs and Facilitated Reimagining Conversations

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

We will join with several hundred other UU congregations in this historic moment! Sat. Sep 28th, 9:00-1:30 & Sun. Sep 29, 10:30 worship then Advocacy Hour “The UU Climate Justice Revival is about more than just “climate!” Climate justice is racial justice, is gender justice, is disability justice, immigration justice, LGBTQIA+ justice, economic justice, mental … Continue reading UU Climate Justice Revival: Programs and Facilitated Reimagining Conversations

EBWA September program: My Story About Two Revolutions in Iran

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

“My Story About Two Revolutions in Iran”—September 26, 7-9pm, in the church dining room Speaker: Elahe Gol Pari, Multimedia Cross-Cultural Documentarian Elahe Gol Pari is a native of Iran and a U.S. citizen the Capital Region.  She will share her experiences and observations from two significant revolutions in Iran. One took place during her childhood in … Continue reading EBWA September program: My Story About Two Revolutions in Iran