Rev. Patricia Hart, with Erika Reif, New Members, the Choir, and more! As we approach the end of this congregational year, we will celebrate the Society’s abundant blessings with beloved traditions in slightly new forms – Flower Communion, New Member Recognition, followed by the annual June picnic, games, and art projects for all. Plus, the Choir … Continue reading “Welcome Back, Welcome In”
Unitarian Universalism teaches faith in justice, love, and goodness in the world – and especially in people. But what can we say when our beautiful world seems broken under the weight of everything that is the opposite of goodness? Some thoughts on what it might mean to say “evil” out loud. This Sunday’s worship service will be … Continue reading “What Shall We Do About Evil?”
Throughout human history wars have been fought, lands claimed, peoples conquered, grand new visions of the future declared – all, too often, in the name of religion. Much as we might lament this pattern, it’s not likely to change very soon. Some thoughts on the importance of knowing the truth of history, and the foundations … Continue reading “Religions and History”
Do you have a favorite tree in your life? Do you seek out the comfort of shade and the sounds of leaves in the breeze when you feel stressed? In these precious short weeks as trees and forests are once again teaching us about awe and beauty, we can also learn what science is teaching about trees’ … Continue reading “The Trees’ Truth”
We Unitarian Universalists talk a lot about making the world a better place. Our UU principles articulate specific ways such a “better” world might look, and feel, and act. So, how does change actually happen – in a person’s life, in a community, or even in the whole world? When has change happened to you? … Continue reading “How Does Change Happen?”
We will honor work on this Labor Day Sunday: the hard-won gains of those who organize to make life better for all workers; the faith and perseverance of all who work to make life possible for others. In this time of overwhelming and overlapping crises, when the world need so much, how can your work … Continue reading “Work, Justice, Meaning”
During the last 18 months, 14 members of First UU have died. In this time of pandemic and disruption, we have not been able to gather to mark and mourn each person’s passing. So we are remembering them all together in this service… celebrating some of the particular gifts each one brought to this congregation, … Continue reading “The People Hold the Congregation”
In this challenging world of ours, it feels good to be right – especially about things that matter. The uncomfortable truth, however, is that people can learn more from discovering that they’re not as right as they thought they were. Has this ever happened to you? All are welcome to join us on the lawn in front … Continue reading Outdoor Worship Service: “The Importance of Being Wrong”
Due to an unfortunate weather forecast, we have decided to cancel this Sunday’s Worship Service. Please join us for a special Online Coffee Hour. at 10 a.m. Live-streamed services begin weekly on August 15. Check the eNews and website for more information.
So much has changed; so much is changing still, all around us. All are welcome to FUUSB’s first in-person worship service in more than a year! We’ll share questions, stories, reflection and music together OUTSIDE the Meeting House. There will be chairs, but feel free to bring your own portable chair, or a blanket if you’d … Continue reading Outdoor Worship Service: “Sharing Questions”
