As we enter the new year, we honor the transitions of our lives – remembering, letting go and opening to new possibilities. Music by The Crones, a local a cappella singing group. There is no nursery care or LSE programming for children & youth today. All ages are welcome in the sanctuary for the entire … Continue reading January 1, Honoring Transitions: Remember, Release, Resolve
At this time of holiday feasts and gatherings, we will hear from farmers and chefs within our community as we reflect on the food we eat and grow, and how it can strengthen our connection to the earth, ourselves and each other.
In our annual service of remembrance, we pause to remember our loved ones who have died. We light candles and offer music in their memory and honor those whose memory and love we carry with us. Music provided by Carolyn’s Angel Band.
Join in a multigenerational service to celebrate the Hindu festival of Diwali. Together, we will reflect on the significance of this holiday and participate in traditional Hindu rituals to celebrate the power of good over evil. You are invited to share in the custom of wearing bright, jewel-colored clothing to celebrate this festival.
The poet Mary Oliver asks, “What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” Members of the UCM community across the lifespan offer their responses to this important life question. View or download the order of service here (published by 5pm Friday).
We celebrate the hope, peace, joy, love, and light of the Christmas season with a service of lessons, carols, and candle lighting. You are invited to have a candle near you to light during the service. Carols led by the UCM Choir. Musical offerings by the UCM Choir and special guests. Gathering music begins at … Continue reading December 24, Love is Born: A Service of Lessons, Carols, and Candlelight
Our annual remembrance service is a time to name those we have recently lost in our church community and in our own lives. We share our grief with one another and hold it tenderly through readings, songs, and candle lighting. You can have candles near you to enhance your participation in this worship service. Music offered … Continue reading November 28, To Say Their Names
On our annual Flower Communion Sunday, we celebrate the playfulness and delight available to us in the natural world and in community with one another. Rev. Joan will share a reflection ahead of her sabbatical, and we also celebrate our time this past church year with Interim Music Director, Kellie Walker Hart. Let’s join together … Continue reading June 13, Flower Communion Sunday
Join us for this worship service to mark the transition into the new year with hope and intention. We are joined by local poet Scudder H. Parker, who will be sharing his poetry and reflections during the service. Scudder H. Parker grew up on a family farm in North Danville, Vermont. He’s been a Protestant … Continue reading Sunday, December 27, Crossing the New Year Threshold
In our annual Flower Communion Sunday, we celebrate the beauty we find in the natural world and in community with one another even alongside the pain of the world. We also celebrate our time this church year with Student Minister, Lisa Kynvi, and say good-bye. For this final regular worship service of our church year, … Continue reading June 7, Flower Communion Sunday–Online Worship
