Archives: Services

Fear and Other Siblings of Courage

Fear, like any strong emotion, can show us what we value most. When we treat our fears with grace, we can get closer to our own humanity—and maybe find needed reserves of courage. Fear does not have to hold us back. Sometimes, fear and … read more.

Coming Out At CUF

In recognition of LGBTQIA2S+ History Month in October and National Coming Out Day, celebrated every October 11, the Welcoming Congregation Team will present a worship service to share our authentic stories and to invite you to reflect on your own authentic experiences! Wear rainbow … read more.

Blessing of the Animals

Our lives depend on animals. They can inspire our sense of wonder, hold the ecosystem in balance, and bring comfort and companionship to our days. Inspired by the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi (1182-1226), we will celebrate a blessing of the animals we … read more.

Readings on Beginnings

The Sunday Service Team presents a readings service about our monthly theme of Beginnings. All are invited to share readings, poems, music, etc. on our theme. Ann Levin will be our facilitator with music by Stephanie Reece-Palermo.

Mishaps and Mistakes: Beginning Again in Love

Sometimes, we choose to begin again, to make a fresh start—on our own or with others. How does letting go help us to hang on? How does making mistakes help us to cultivate love? Speaker: Rev. Karen Van Fossan; Musician: Beth Davis

Water is Life

We celebrate the beginning of the church year in joyous ritual and song. Water Communion symbolizes the coming together—the “gathering-in”—of our UU faith community. People of all ages are invited to bring a little water from a meaningful source (e.g., tap water, bird bath, … read more.

An Empty Bowl & New Beginnings

When we are empty—of judgments, expectations, and even good ideas—fresh and new beginnings become possible. How do we cultivate active emptiness? What nourishment awaits us when we do? Speaker: Rev. Karen Van Fossan. Music by Candy Davis and Marty Merrill. Services in person & … read more.

The Origins of Wisdoms

Mallory shares her thoughts and considerations on wisdom shared by those in our lives, why we might consider the origins of their wisdom, and when to take it with a grain of salt. Service in person and on zoom.

The Wisdom in Dying: Notes From A Death Doula

Join us as Erin Darnell, Sexual Assault Coordinator at the Survivor Empowerment Center, shares her experiences of death accompaniment and the wisdom we can gain from the dying. Service in person and on zoom.

Heresy and Wisdom

Unitarian Universalists come from a long line of people called heretics. In fact, the word “unitarian” used to be an insult. Yet what is the wisdom in our so-called heresies? How do our “heretical” roots help us flourish today? Presented by Rev Karen Van … read more.