The flaming chalice is the symbol of our Unitarian Universalist faith. Each Sunday all over the country and even in many other countries, we light the chalice at the beginning of our time of worship. How did this image of the chalice with a flame become our tradition? Join us this Sunday as we share the story of our flaming chalice and what it means to individual UU’s.

We invite you to bring your own chalice with you to church if you would like it to be a part of a community ‘blessing of the chalices’. If you don’t have your own chalice, we’ll have some available, so that you can choose one and then take it home with you!

9:15 AM: An in-person, all-ages service

Led by Rev. Kristina Church and Music Director Emily Hall.

10:00 AM Lifespan Religious Exploration

Religious exploration for our children and youth in classrooms.

Facilitated small reflection groups for adults in Hobbs Hall using our wondering questions:

1. The UU flaming chalice means different things to different people: as we say each week, it may represent the “light of truth, the warmth of community, or the fire of commitment”, or other ideals we want to hold close. How does the cup with the flame speak to your spirit?
2. Do you have rituals that get you through your day, like using a certain coffee cup each morning, or singing little songs to yourself, or keeping a journal? How do these personal rituals help you be more present to life, and make meaning of your days?

10:00 AM Social Hour

Our social hour in Hobbs Hall is open to all. Connect with others, learn about the church, find out about programs and other opportunities to connect.

11:00 AM: A multi-platform traditional service (both in person and on Zoom)

Led by Rev. Kristina Church and Affiliated Minister Rev. Christie Anderson

CLICK HERE to view, download, or print the Order of Service for 11:00 AM.

Nearly everything we’ve been taught about the Thanksgiving origin story is embellished, exaggerated, or just plain made up to serve political ends. What, then, are we to do with this national holiday? What voices can we turn to to for reality-based wisdom, and gratitude based in historical truth?

9:15 AM: An in-person, all-ages service

Led by Rev. Kristina Church, Director of Religious Education Colleen Thoele, and Music Director Emily Hall.

10:00 AM Lifespan Religious Exploration

Religious exploration for our children and youth in classrooms.

Facilitated small reflection groups for adults in Hobbs Hall using our wondering questions:

1. Spiritual growth sometimes means letting go of beloved stories or habits when our perspective widens. Is there a part of the Thanksgiving story you might actually need to grieve, or more learning you need to do about how this holiday was actually created?
2. Does your family or culture have a tradition for expressing gratitude for food (such as saying grace at meals, etc.)? What plants or foods originally cultivated by peoples of North, Central, and South America are you grateful for, and what would you have a hard time living without?

10:00 AM Social Hour

Our social hour in Hobbs Hall is open to all. Connect with others, learn about the church, find out about programs and other opportunities to connect.

11:00 AM: A multi-platform traditional service (both in person and on Zoom)

Led by Rev. Kristina Church and Worship Associate Elaine Bowen.

CLICK HERE to view, download, or print the Order of Service for 11:00 AM.

Simple Gifts / What a Wonderful World

9:15 AM: Simple Gifts

An in-person, all-ages service led by Rev. Renee Ruchotzke and Director of Religious Education Colleen Thoele.

In troubling times, it can be healing to reconnect to our gratitude for the simple gifts that life offers us,

10:00 AM Lifespan Religious Exploration

Religious exploration for our children and youth in classrooms.

Facilitated small reflection groups for adults in Hobbs Hall using our wondering questions:

1. Name a person in your life, or who you admire, that you are grateful for, How have they changed you?
2. Has anyone every shown you a kindness that seemed like a small thing, but felt like a big thing? How did it affect you?

10:00 AM Social Hour

Our social hour in Hobbs Hall is open to all. Connect with others, learn about the church, find out about programs and other opportunities to connect.

11:00 AM: What a Wonderful World

A multi-platform (both in person and on Zoom) traditional service led by Heidi Shaffer Bish and Randy Bish.

Even when times are dark, when we are grateful the world can become a better place, full of love, contentment and even joy. Gratitude helps us open to wisdom, change and connection. Join worship leaders Heidi Shaffer Bish and Randy Bish in delving into the science, inspiration, and spiritual practice of being thankful not just in November but year-round. 

CLICK HERE to view, download, or print the Order of Service for 11:00 AM.

In the immediate wake of a momentous political season, we contemplate our world, just as it is in this moment. How can we best help heal the divisions that tear at our connections? How can we care for one another and calm our own fear and anxiety, so we can be present to community needs? How can our UU values point the way to healing and wholeness?

9:15 AM: An in-person, all-ages service

Led by Rev. Kristina Church and Rev. Renee Rutchotzke

10:00 AM Lifespan Religious Exploration

Religious exploration for our children and youth in classrooms.

Facilitated small reflection groups for adults in Hobbs Hall using our wondering questions:

1. Nature often contains a soulful balm that can repair us in times of stress or anxiety. What part of the healing earth is calling you to come back?
2. What practices and resources have you found in your life for calming, centering, and grounding? What is one practice that might be helpful for you this week?

10:00 AM Social Hour

Our social hour in Hobbs Hall is open to all. Connect with others, learn about the church, find out about programs and other opportunities to connect.

11:00 AM: A multi-platform (both in person and on Zoom) traditional service

Led by Rev. Kristina Church and Worship Associate CLM Lori Mirkin-McGee

CLICK HERE to view, download, or print the Order of Service for 11:00 AM.