Weekly News for the week of: September 29, 2024 This Sunday “The Practice of Deep Listening” September 29, 2024 at 10:30 am Rev. John Cullinan In a culture that listens more to respond than to to understand , how to we learn to hear the whole person in our presence? To attend by Zoom, click on … Continue reading Univoice Weekly
We did such a good job collecting items for Hope Rescue Mission last year that they have asked us to do it again! Starting in October, we will be collecting coats, hats, scarves, gloves, belts, and purses. They are very much in need of new men’s underwear in all sizes from small to 3x. Donations can … Continue reading Clothing Drive for Hope Rescue Mission
UUBerks has decided to push its UU Climate Justice Revival programming to February 1-2 2025. This time frame provides more lead time for congregants to mark their calendars for the event and it allows leadership ample time to plan. Please mark your calendars and watch this space for more information!
We are excited to announce a special dedication ceremony celebrating the installation of its new solar photovoltaic system. The ceremony will take place on Sunday, October 6th during our 10:30 am service. State Senator Judy Schwank will be a special guest speaker at the dedication ceremony. Senator Schwank will share her insights on the importance of … Continue reading Solar Dedication
Weekly News for the week of: September 22, 2024 This Sunday An Invitation to Your Own Soul September 22, 2024 at 10:30 am. Rev. John Cullinan Each Sunday, we pause the frenetic pace of the day-to-day to enter a time of just being. In that pause, what do we hear our souls asking of us? To attend by … Continue reading Univoice Weekly
The American Solar Energy Society’s National Solar Tour is coming up October 4th-6th, both in-person and virtually. This is the nation’s largest grassroots event showcasing solar power, renewable energy, and sustainable living practices. Our church is participating! We’ll be hosting tours on Sunday, October 6th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Help us spread the word … Continue reading Get ready to shine bright!
Weekly News for the week of: September 15, 2024 This Sunday Doors Wide Open September 15, 2024 at 10:30 am Rev. John Cullinan Our Soul Matters theme for September is “The Practice of Invitation.” This week, Rev. John looks at the various “doors” through which people enter the church, and wonders what other doors we might … Continue reading Univoice Weekly
Weekly News for the week of: September 8, 2024 Reminders: This Sunday is Water Communion. Please bring a little water from somewhere meaningful to you. This Sunday is also the Blessing of the Backpacks. Remember to bring your backpacks, laptops bags or handbags. This Sunday What Do We See in the Water? September 8, 2024 at … Continue reading Univoice Weekly
The Special Plate Program aims to promote the well-being of our broader community in a collaborative manner that demonstrates the principle of the sacred interdependent web of all existence and our value of Generosity through the sharing of faith, presence, and resources. In 2023, we donated over $4800 to eight local organizations.At our May Congregational … Continue reading Special Plate Nominations Being Accepted
This year’s Reading-Berks CROP Walk on 13 Oct will include some activities to highlight needs of people nearby and around the world. As always, this annual fund-raiser—of which First UU is a sponsor!—aids the international efforts of Church World Service as well as the Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank, the supplier for our monthly food … Continue reading Join the team for CROP Walk!
