Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall

A multi-platform service led by Rev. Steven Protzman and Worship Associate David Weaver.

If we truly believe in the power of Unitarian Universalism to transform and heal our world and build the beloved community, it’s important to begin the process of transformation in our congregation.  As we gather together once again after our summer adventures, we will reflect on what being in community and in covenant means and how our covenant of right relations asks of us in order to be welcoming and inclusive.
 

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Sunday, September 3, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall.

A multi-platform service led by Rev. Steven Protzman and Worship Associate CLM Kathy Kerns.

The poet Rumi said: “This being human is a guest house; Every morning a new arrival.”  Rumi is talking about our emotions and inviting us to experience them fully because they teach us about being human and working through them is how we heal and become whole.  On this Labor Day, with music, meditation, and words from the poets, we will do the spiritual work together of sitting with our emotions, welcoming them, and learning from them.  

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Sunday, August 27, 2023. This service will be held at Beartown Lakes Reservation and begin at 10:30 AM.

A multi-platform service led by Rev. Steven Protzman and Rev. Will Humphrey.

“And our hearts, like the waters, be mingled in peace.”  As we return from our summer adventures bringing water and stories to share, this festive all ages service of water communion invites us to mingle our water and celebrate our interconnectedness in the great waters of Life.  

This service at 10:30 am will be a joint event with the Eastshore UU Church of Kirtland and will be followed by a picnic.  Please bring a small amount of water for the water pouring ritual and a brown bag picnic lunch and beverage. 

The special offering this Sunday will be for the World Central Kitchen Incorporated, an organization that provides meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises.     

Location:  Beartown Lakes Reservation, 18870 Quinn Rd, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 (in Bainbridge Township) at the Northpoint Pavilion. Addtionally, the service will be offered via Zoom.

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Sunday, August 20, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall.

A multi-platform service led by Saul Flanner with Kathy and Kailani Walker.

Saul Flanner has been playing Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop role-playing games for over forty years. Kathy Walker has born witness to this phenomenon for thirty of them. Join the two of them and their daughter Kailani in another adventure on Sunday, August 20. Prepare to learn what role playing can tell us about ourselves and our values and earn some treasure you can keep forever!

Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall.

A multi-platform service led by Rev. Steven Protzman and Worship Associate Elaine Bowen.

The theme of this year’s General Assembly, the Unitarian Universalist Association’s annual gathering for business, worship, and connection, held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in June, was “Faithfully Becoming”.  But who or what exactly are we as a faith movement and as congregations becoming?  Rev. Steven will share highlights, experiences, and learning from General Assembly and invite us to reflect on how Unitarian Universalism is changing and who we are becoming.

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Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall

A multi-platform service led by Rev. Steven Protzman and Worship Associate Heidi Sumser.

As a community of all ages we will celebrate Lamas, an ancient Pagan holy day that marks the first harvests.  With songs and rituals and stories, we will honor our sixth source of spiritual wisdom, earth-centered traditions which teach us to live in harmony with nature, we will give thanks for the earth’s abundance, share freshly baked bread, and reflect on the spiritual gifts of this season.

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Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall.

A multi-platform service led by CLM Kathy Kerns and Worship Associate Randy Bish.

Our congregation has served the local community, providing a home for religious liberals, for over 150 years.  At this moment in our congregation’s journey, with all of its joys and challenges, what spiritual qualities do we need to bring with us for the next phase of our journey? 

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Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall.

Led by Rev. Christie Anderson and Worship Associate CLM Kathy Kerns.

Research reveals that impromptu interactions with strangers are necessary for our our well-being. Further, meaningful conversations with strangers can embody our first UU Principle by drawing out the best in ourselves and others, including those who appear to be the hardest to approach. With inspiration from true stories, will you stretch your comfort level and take a chance to let your light shine?

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Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall.

A multi-platform service led by Julie Swango and Worship Associate Heidi Sumser.

We encounter music throughout our daily lives: while watching movies, playing video games, shopping at grocery stores, visiting offices, attending special events, and while attending church! Join us to consider the link between music and emotion. This service will focus on reviewing qualities of music that drive our emotional response. Come ready to explore music both familiar and maybe not so familiar.

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Sunday, July 9, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall.

A multi-platform service led by David Weaver and Worship Associate Rev. Steven Protzman.

We are surrounded by a blizzard of information offering guidance on matters great and small. Where do you look for wisdom?  Within yourself? In ancient texts? In the collective thoughts of people you trust? We’ll explore these questions together.

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Sunday, July 2, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall

A multi-platform service led by Elaine Yehle Bowen.

Wherever you look, it’s that time of red, white and blue everything from decorations and party goods to clothing & porch hung bunting and flags galore everywhere. And then, they’re gone, these outward signs of patriotism for summer’s BIG holiday. But what if you look beyond the merchandising and think, I’m not feeling very patriotic? I’m not in love with America or being American any more. What exactly are we celebrating in our discontent besides cookouts, fireworks and if you’re lucky, a paid day off from work? It should be freedom and equality for all but is it? 

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Sunday, June 25, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall.

A multi-platform service led by CLM Lori Mirkin-McGee.

Mary Oliver’s body of work is considered sacred text by many UUs.  Her poetry is read so often at worship services that many know it by heart.  Through poetry and prose, this service will celebrate the life and work of Mary Oliver. 

Join us for multi-platform Sunday service at 10 AM.  We’ll gather both in person in Hobbs Hall and via Zoom.  For those joining via Zoom, our meeting room opens 15 minutes prior to the start of the service (at 9:45 AM) for weekly announcements. We request that everyone joining the service please display your first and last name.  Thank you!

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Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall

A multi-platform service led by Guest Preacher Alberita Johnson and Worship Associate Rev. Steven Protzman.

Ladies Liberty and Justice are two renowned characters in the history of this country. Juneteenth is a Federal Holiday Honoring Liberty and Justice for a people who dared to hope.  Join us as we explore and celebrate Juneteenth shining a light on these magnificent ladies and keeping hope alive!

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Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 11 AM

UPDATED!
June 11, 2023   
Church Service and Picnic in the Park
Join us on Sunday, June 11 at Plum Creek Park, Pavilion #1 for our annual service in the park.  We’ll begin gathering at 10:30 AM and begin our service at 11 AM with a joyful service focused on music followed an all-church picnic.  Please bring your own place settings and a dish to share.  Other items you might consider …a folding chair, a beverage and outdoor games to share.   The church will provide a large cooler of ice water. 

All are welcome.

Plum Creek Park is located on Cherry St. in Kent.  Pavilion #1 is the shelter closest to the ball field and restrooms.  Please consider leaving the parking spaces closest to the shelter open for those with mobility challenges.  Thank you.

PLEASE NOTE: As we will be off campus this Sunday, a Zoom option will not be available.  We’ll look forward to our Zoom participants joining us on June 18.

Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 10 AM in Hobbs Hall

A multi-platform service led by Mike Hovancsek and Worship Associate Lori Mirkin-McGee.

Striving to find balance as we go into the most uncertain times in human history.   Join us in person in Hobbs Hall or via Zoom.

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