Sunday, March 31, 2024

Rise in Love: Easter Sunday / Things I Didn’t Learn in Sunday School

9:15 AM: Rise in Love: Easter Sunday

An in-person all-ages service led by Affiliated Community Minister Renée Ruchotzke, Director of Religious Exploration Colleen Thoele, Transitional Music Director Emily Hall, and Worship Associate David Weaver.

The story of Easter is a story of resistance to power and oppression, grounded in the love that surpasses all. How has t…

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Sunday, March 24, 2024

Each a Beloved Part / Who Are We Now?

9:15 AM: Each a Beloved Part

An in-person all-ages service led by Director of Religious Education Colleen Thoele and Affiliated Community Minister Renée Ruchotzke.

In these times of struggle, we journey together seeking refuge, hope and safety within our communities.  This morning we will turn to the transforming power of community care to guide us. Reflection by guest minister Rev. Dr. Ela…

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Sunday, March 17, 2024

The Alchemy of Ancestors / Not The Saint You’re Thinking Of Today

9:15 AM: The Alchemy of Ancestors

We are part of the Web of Life along with those that came before us. This morning we will spend time illuminating and honoring our connections to the ancestors. 

An in-person all-ages service led by Director of Religious Education Colleen Thoele, Transitional Music Director Emily Hall, and Affiliated Community Minister Rev. Renée…

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Sunday, March 10, 2024

A Story in My Soul / Self-Compassion

9:15 AM: A Story In My Soul

An in-person all-ages service led by Transitional Music Director Emily Hall, and Affiliated Community Minister Renée Ruchotzke.

Phillip Pullman says, “After nourishment, shelter and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world.”  Telling our stories can be a powerful and transforming journey. They can also move through us to inspire others. Will …

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Sunday, March 3, 2025

A Song in My Heart / Voices that Transform

(Also this morning: Spaghetti Fundraiser by UUYJ and Town Hall Meeting)

9:15 AM: A Song in My Heart

An in-person all-ages service led by Director of Religious Exploration Colleen Thoele. Transitional Music Director Emily Hall, and Affiliated Community Minister Renée Ruchotzke with a reflection by Mike Hovancsek.

Music holds the power to soothe, uplift and transform us. Our grief, c…

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Sunday, February 25, 2024

Justice Unfinished / Stories from the Shadows

9:15 AM: Justice Unfinished

An in-person all-ages service led by Director of Religious Education Colleen Thoele, Affiliated Community Minister Rev. Renée Ruchotzke, Music Director Emily Hall. Reflection by Ellen McWilliams-Woods.

The work of dismantling racism and oppression is everyone’s to do. How can we work together for a better world when the systems in place are broken?…

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Sunday, February 18, 2024

Seeds of Justice / The Legacy of Howard Thurman

9:15 AM: Seeds of Justice

An in-person all-ages service led by Director of Religious Exploration Colleen Thoele and Affiliated Community Minister Renée Ruchotzke with a reflection by Benny Hovancsek.

Chief Seattle of the Duwamish tribe said, “We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors. We borrow it from our children.”. This morning we will center justice for our beloved Earth …

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Sunday, February 11, 2024

Learn more about our “new” Sunday morning format.

9:15 AM: Be Kind To Yourself

An in-person all-ages service led by Director of Religious Exploration Colleen Thoele, Affiliated Community Minister Rev. Renée Ruchotzke, and Transitional Music Director Emily Hall.

Before we can have Peace in the world, we must have Peace in our hearts. How might our kindness start with ourselves? Reflection by Kyotē Youst.

10:00 AM Lifespan Religiou…

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Drawing of a woman hugging herself surrounded by heart-shaped flowers

Sunday, February 4, 2023

On February 4, we return to two services offered at 9:15 AM and 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. Additionally, all-ages religious exploration opportunities will be offered at 10:00 AM. Our Children and Youth will participate in their RE classes while facilitated discussions in small groups will be offered for adults in Hobbs Hall. Social hour will also be available from 10:00 -11:15 AM in Hobbs Hll. Click here to learn more about our “new” Sunday…

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Seeds for the New Year

Sunday, January 28, 2024 at 10 AM.

Led by CLM Kathy Kerns.

“This special service brings a sermon and other worship elements from our Unitarian Universalist Association staff. It asks the question, what seeds are you planting for the new year?  How are you weaving your magic into your relationships with others? How can we center beauty and goodness and love in all that’s ahead?” ~Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt ,Preside…

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Join us!

Sunday Mornings

From September through May, we offer two services and religious exploration for all ages on Sunday mornings in the Sanctuary of our historic church building:

  • 9:15 AM — All ages service in person only. (Sanctuary – wiggly babies and toddlers welcome)
  • 10:00 AM – All ages religious exploration (Adults and nursery in Hobbs Hall, children & youth in classrooms)
    Or join us in Hobbs Hall for our Community Café social hour!
  • 11:00 AM — Traditional service in person (sanctuary) and streaming online via Zoom! (Nursery available for babies and toddlers on the same floor as the sanctuary.)

Click here for service descriptions and the Zoom link.

During the summer months we offer one service (with a Zoom option) at 10:00am in the air-conditioned comfort of Hobbs Hall, followed by our Community Café social hour.

Worship Services

Our services may be led by our minister, a visiting minister, or a lay member or guest of the congregation. Come dressed as you’re comfortable; you will find people dressed in both business casual and casual clothes.

Upcoming Services

Previous Services – You can listen to recorded sermons online and read transcripts

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