The much-loved tradition of “Flower Communion” comes to us from the Unitarian congregation in Prague, whose minister and members created this ritual to remember the beauty that lives in every community, and every time. Even when life is hard, and the future uncertain. Bring a flower and come “play” with us on the Meeting House … Continue reading “Joy and Beauty, Even Now!”
Rev. Patricia Hart, Rev. David Ruffin, Caring & Belonging Leaders In this time of transition, expectation, and continued uncertainty, it is very good to have a community to talk with – about what has changed, and what a “new normal” might be. It’s good to talk, and it’s good to listen… though not always easy, … Continue reading “Talking and Listening Together”
We will celebrate Memorial Day through stories of some who fought and died in battle (and those who loved them), and stories of some who brought artistry and faith to the essential work of remembering the wars that have defined us, and the warriors who fought. Join us for worship at uusociety.org/worship-and-music/online-sunday-worship or on our YouTube channel! Following … Continue reading “Warrior Stories”
Youth take the lead this week, reflecting on what it means to practice humility as UUs. What does it look and feel like to be neither too big or too small, but the right size in our community? A Bridging Ceremony celebrates our graduating seniors as they cross over into their adult lives. Join us … Continue reading Youth Service
Rev. David Ruffin with Rev. Patricia Hart, Linda Patterson and Vespers Team Members “Tell me about despair, yours, and I will tell you mine.” – Mary Oliver How do we experience another’s care? How do we feel that we really belong? One thing that seems clear is it doesn’t happen when we’re busy pretending everything is … Continue reading “True Stories”
Another “first” in this year of changes: a worship service led by the ministers, musicians, and members of two congregations – First UU Society in Burlington and First Unitarian Church in Baltimore. Our focus this Mother’s Day is on the remarkable “Mother Jones” – mother, teacher, organizer and activist who inspired thousands in the labor movements in the … Continue reading “Mother Jones, and Mother’s Day”
It seems, sometimes, that we’re living in a threshold time in our country’s history – or maybe even in the world. So much has happened and is happening still… so many important stories are unfolding. We all have roles to play, whether we feel ready or not. A story-filled service for our time. Join us … Continue reading “Changing Stories”
A vital response to our changing times calls forth our creativity perhaps unlike any recent moment. Judy Brook offers an artistic meditation about “directions for a richer life” and Maeve McBride’s focus is “a reflection on lasts” — melting ice pools on the beach, grief, and connection to land and spirit. Join us for online … Continue reading “What’s Calling Us Now? Be Creative.”
Many of us found a first, last, or most sustaining spiritual connection through a love of nature. At this crucial moment in time, nature needs our attention, our voices, and our action as much as our love. How are you called to respond to the climate crisis, as an individual? How are we called, as … Continue reading “Climate Crisis and Spiritual Call”
Much has changed in this past year: assumptions about what’s “normal;” people’s ways of interacting; measures of success; expectations about… well, almost everything! Including how religious communities show up in the world. For more than 200 years, this Society has been synonymous with its Meeting House. What will it be like to re-imagine this congregation … Continue reading “Beyond These Walls”
