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Earth Day service: Climate Restoration

Humanity has an obligation to future generations to restore and maintain a safe climate. Folks will be encouraged to embrace the Climate Restoration resolution, which calls on us to restore our planet’s climate by 2050. Chuck Tomaselli is the Climate Change Ambassador to Rotary. He … read more.

Gerrit Smith and the Crusade for Social Reform

During the 1830-1865 Reform Era, Gerrit Smith fought for equal rights for all people, especially through the movement for the abolition of slavery and the women’s rights movement. Smith lubricated the wheels of change with his resources of time, money, pen, and oratory, with his … read more.

Symbols of Passover

Passover symbols represent slavery, freedom, renewal. Rabbi Bamberger will discuss the symbols that represent the Biblical Exodus from Egypt.

Awakening Together at Ostara

As the earth awakens from winter’s rest and life returns to the land, we reconnect with one another and the natural world. Join us for this Ostara (Spring equinox) service celebrating the bonds of community, the renewal of relationships, and the joy of coming together … read more.

We commemorate International Women’s Day

Lu Blanchard, currently on the Leadership Team of the League of Women Voters, will talk about where we came from, where we are now, and where the path leads in defending democracy and women’s rights. The Universalist Church was the first denomination to ordain a woman … read more.

Finding Resilience in Dark Times

Our guest speaker Tea Parker will share her personal story of strength and resilience, including surviving a near-death experience. This service will offer inspiration for anyone facing challenges, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, we can discover profound courage and renewed purpose. Tea … read more.

 Kneeling as an Art of Resilience

We explore how the cultivation of wonder can be a source of resilience. As a means to this, we’ll consider the art of Chiura Obata, his appreciation for nature, and his experience of being removed from his home to internment camps for Japanese Americans during … read more.