Speaker: Rev. Beverly Waring

Christmas Eve Morning Service

Join us Sunday morning for a no-rehearsal telling of two stories. One story is the traditional story told from scripture on Christmas Eve (but in more modern language) and intertwined will be a story from the perspective of Little One, a donkey and beloved pet of a young boy. As you enter the sanctuary, young and old alike will have the opportunity to choose a costume as participation in telling this story is encouraged. Feeling … Continue reading Christmas Eve Morning Service

The Christmas that Unitarians and Universalists Saved

Did you know that Christmas was banned by our Puritan and Congregational forebears? Have you heard the stories of how Unitarians and Universalists like Catherine Sedgwick, Charles Follen, Margaret Fuller, and others helped re-imagine a Christmas celebration that we still enjoy today? Come Sunday and hear more about the origins of and opposition to this widely anticipated holiday.

Festivals of Light; Diwali and Hanukkah

Join us this morning as we explore the meaning and wonder of two holidays that center around light and its importance in our lives. Through music, readings and reflections we will once again discover the power of light as it relates to Diwali and Hanukkah. 

Accessibility; A Quaker-Style Service

Join Rev. Bev this Sunday for a Quaker service commonly known as a programmed service. This type of service has time for silence and getting in touch with your inner voice and sharing those thoughts but also has some readings or meditations to reflect on and respond to. The readings Rev. Bev will choose will be on the themes of accessibility and radical hospitality – focusing on concerns beyond ramps, handrails and large print hymnals … Continue reading Accessibility; A Quaker-Style Service