This week across the world people are remembering and honoring the lives of loved ones who have died. Particular rituals and traditions bring comfort, as people remember friends and family members who were important to them. For many, the magnitude of loss as a result of the Covid-19 virus, has made these observances especially meaningful … Continue reading A Time to Remember
Multigenerational Water Communion with Rev. Alice and Sarah Stubbs, Religious Education Coordinator. All ages invited. As the summer season comes to a close we gather as an entire church community with renewed commitment to what we value most. Whether we travel or stay close to home, summer usually offers a change of pace, inviting time … Continue reading Ingathering Service
There are several philosophies about Life being a Journey; however, perhaps there is more to it than that. Perhaps we have experienced more journeys than we realize. What do we take with us and when do we arrive? UUCP Member Nancy Hagman will explore this with us, in the sanctuary and live on Facebook.
As we consider our theme of Story, in a time of many challenges, Rev. Alice is reminded of her own story of a trip to Egypt which included a middle of the night climb to catch the sunrise from the top of Mt Sinai. This Sunday, Rev. Alice shares the story and some reflections, as … Continue reading Virtual Service: Climbing Mt. Sinai
Spring time and Easter is a time of hope; a time when life and dreams are reborn, or resurrected. In a year like we have had, coming out of the tomb seems an appropriate image. We have been enshrouded by loss, grief, and unrest, over which we had no control. As I imagine renewal and … Continue reading Virtual Service: Dare to Dance Again
Sunday March 21 is our next Live Zoom Service. Please join us at 10am! The Story for All Ages is “Searching for Beauty.” In preparation we are asking you to look for something in your home that is cracked, broken or made in an unusual way. Keep it available for the story and when prompted, look around … Continue reading LIVE ZOOM SERVICE: Searching for Beauty
This Sunday marks one year since we became a virtual church community. We have definitely persevered in our commitment to support one another through the many challenges we’ve faced. In this time of spring and renewal, our Jewish and Christian friends consider the history and stories that offered hope and healing to their people in … Continue reading Virtual Service: A Season of Healing
The UUA Thirty Days of Love campaign continues this week with the theme of Hospitality and Inclusion. With the recent escalation of turmoil in our country, it’s easy to see what a challenge that can be. Still, with imagination and deep aspirations to find a way, we are hopeful. This Sunday we celebrate some of … Continue reading Virtual Service: Thirty Days of Love
