Tea With the Minister
Join Rev. John for afternoon tea this Thursday, April 2nd, starting at 2PM in the Gerber Room.
Month: March 2026
can you . . .
by nadine j. smet-weissspiritual director can you still dare to believe the world you dream of could become reality can you find the courage to risk the disappointment of a different outcome are you willing to be surprised by unexpected twists and turns on the journey can you keep the faith in possibility
Contemplative Companions
Join us on Monday 4/6/2026 @ 7:00pm, via zoom for Contemplative Companions. This month we are encouraged to ‘embrace possibility.’ Leading up to our gathering, if/as your time allows, we give you permission to consider what, in your life, needs some ‘letting go of’ and what might become possible for you in that letting go … Continue reading Contemplative Companions
We’re curious…
Over the past several months, we’ve adjusted the space at the front of our sanctuary. Let us know – what’s it been like to worship with the space for the kids up front? Please share your thoughts with us here: https://uuberks.org/question
So Many Possibilities…
The Mind of the Minister As the story goes, someone once asked Michaelangelo how he managed to create his massive statue of David. “I took a big block of granite,” he replied, “and chipped away anything that wasn’t David.” The story exists in many variations. Usually the artist remains nameless. Most of the time, it’s … Continue reading So Many Possibilities…
Get ready for Service Auction on Saturday, April 11!
It’s less than a month away until First UU’s annual Service Auction, congregation’s largest fund-raiser and all-around fun social event, which will be from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 11. To buy a ticket ($10) and to offer something for bidding in the Service Auction, go to the website for the event at … Continue reading Get ready for Service Auction on Saturday, April 11!
Join Rev. John For Takeout Thursday
Thursday, March 26th, starting at 6:30 pm. Bring your dinner to church and come spend some time with Rev. John and your church friends. No agenda, just company and conversation.
Service Auction Site Up and Running for Saturday, April 11!
It’s alive! The website for First UU’s annual Service Auction is ready to accept your donations ofitems, events, services and meals! The congregation’s largest fund-raiser and all-around funsocial event, will be from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 11. To offer something for the Service Auction, go to this link: https://event.auctria.com/35eecec7-49bf-4d5a-ab5c-968e4c3a900e/d8751e10fddb11e9aebbed553e7d0e4c Those who’ve come … Continue reading Service Auction Site Up and Running for Saturday, April 11!
Save This FUN Date: Saturday, April 11!
First UU’s annual Service Auction, the congregation’s largest fund-raiser and all-around fun social event, will be from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 11. Those who’ve come to this event in the past know it starts with an hour of food, drink and conversation, followed by a live auction of several dozen items ranging … Continue reading Save This FUN Date: Saturday, April 11!
Earth Day Celebration Table Volunteers Needed
UU Berks will be staffing a table at the Earth Day Celebration in City Park, Reading on Saturday, April 18 from 12:00-6:00 pm. We will share information about our church and its commitment to the environment as it relates to our 7th principle and through the use of solar power, the AWCS group, native plant … Continue reading Earth Day Celebration Table Volunteers Needed