There are many interesting holiday traditions that we grow up with or they are introduced into our lives as our circle of family and friends grows and changes. Some of these involve decorations or favorite foods or simply how we think about this time of year. Join Rev Bev as she shares three such traditions involving birds’ nests, pickles, candles and Christmas trees. Come prepared to share one of your favorite, funny or unusual traditions. … Continue reading Birds’ Nests and Pickles

Join us In-person or on Zoom for a Christmas Eve Service of prose, carols and music. Enjoy the story of Christmas from scripture, from poetry and modern readings, through music and with a story for all about the best Christmas gift ever. We will end the service with a candlelit singing of Silent Night. 

Many of our traditional stories, songs and beliefs surrounding this time of year have deeper meaning and lessons when looked at through the lens of Unitarian Universalism. Join us this Sunday and explore some of our most beloved stories as they relate to our Unitarian Universalist principles and values. During the time for all ages, there will be a baby/child dedication.

Do you know the history of Jingle Bells? Like many songs and books and other written material from the mid-19th century, it is not without its controversy. We do know it was written by the son and brother of a Unitarian minister. Where he wrote it is one of those disputed “facts.” A fun fact is that one researcher compares Jingle Bells to the “fast car songs” of the twentieth century. Without ignoring the controversy … Continue reading Jingle Bells; A Multigenerational Service

Our Unitarian Universalist faith is rooted in universal love. Our values, our actions, our practices center on love; that is what we say. Sometimes, being a person of faith is hardand this is one of those times. How do we live this faith when our hearts are broken, and every day the news makes it harder for us to feel hope, peace, and love? History can help us here. Rent, premiered on Broadway in 1996. … Continue reading Seasons of Love