This year’s annual music program features songs as well as choral and instrumental works written by UCM members and friends. Music in our services is generally chosen to support the message of the service. But behind each one of those pieces of music lies its own story—both what inspired the composition and how that piece … Continue reading May 3, 2026, Worship Service, Music Sunday: Our Songs, Our Stories

A poetry service in recognition of National Poetry Month and PoemCity. UCM members will share original poems on a variety of themes, including this month’s worship theme, “Possibilities.” Music will feature the UCM choir singing “Intersections,” with music by Lotus and words from a poem by Maxine Leary. View or download the order of service.

The first Earth Day was celebrated fifty-six years ago on April 22, 1970. Today, we continue to come together to acknowledge our responsibility to care for the Earth, knowing that we are part of an interconnected planet. What can Earth Day mean for us in this moment of crisis and possibility?  Music will be provided … Continue reading April 19, 2026, Worship Service, Keepers of the Earth

A portal can carry us from one reality into something new—into deeper connection, renewed purpose, and unexpected possibility. In this all-ages service, we’ll explore what becomes possible when we open our minds and hearts to transformation. Together, we will welcome new members into our community and celebrate the culmination of our Annual Pledge Drive—honoring the … Continue reading April 12, 2026, Worship Service, Portals of Possibility: All Ages

This service celebrates the courage, joy, and sacred worth of trans and nonbinary people who continue to live fully and with dignity in a world that too often seeks to erase them. We will lift up the voices and experiences of trans/nonbinary leaders, artists, and community members whose lives witness to resilience and hope. We … Continue reading March 29, 2026, Worship, Service, Witnessed and Beloved: A Service for Trans Day of Visibility

Purpose isn’t just what we want to do with our lives but how we approach all the moments in our lives. It’s not just about what we do but how we are in the here and now with those closest to us. This all ages service will include a child blessing and dedication ceremony for … Continue reading March 23, 2025, Worship Service, Purposeful Moments

One’s individual purpose becomes amplified and clarified in community. As we each bring our purpose into a community, like this congregation, for affirmation and support, we find common purpose and create collective agency and strength. On this final Sunday of the 2025 Pledge Drive, we celebrate the congregation’s commitment and generosity. Music will include the … Continue reading March 16, 2025, Worship Service, Shared Purpose, Shared Dreams

A service to mark the threshold between this year and the next and to invite wonder into our lives featuring reflections from several UCM members. Music will be provided by Callum Robechek on piano. View or download the order of service.

Our “Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols” features readings, carols, special music, and candle lighting. Led by Rev. Joan Javier-Duval, Donia Prince and the UCM Choir, and special musical guests. View or download the order of service.

Mysterious, boundless dark and clear, shining light can both draw us toward wonder. In this season of darkness, we honor our search for the brightly glowing light of hope. Music will include the UCM choir singing Turn Around by Donia Prince. View or download the order of service. View or download the sermon PDF.