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It is said that voting is a civic sacrament. On this last Sunday before Election Day we will review and lift up the importance of voting and democracy in our religion, all while practicing the Real Rules.
Author: UU Berks Office Administrator
Family Promise Asking for Household Donations
Seasonal changes bring opportunities to cull and share: At this transitional time of year, as we sort through our belongings, we can offer our extras, and castoffs or new items to our partner, Family Promise. Among the items Family Promise is hoping to give to its families:Dining Room Table and ChairsDressersCouchesEating utensilsKitchen Food Prep UtensilsTowel, … Continue reading Family Promise Asking for Household Donations
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Our member, Cesar Martinez-Garza, shares with us and invites us into this meaningful Mexican celebration of honoring those we have lost. We invite you to bring pictures of loved ones that have passed to adorn our ofrenda. It is also Halloween weekend (the 2 are not the same) and so children and young at heart are encouraged to wear costumes during the service.
In the Interim, by Interim Minister, Rev. Amy DeBeck
November’s Thoughts are about CHANGE Hymn #361 tells us “Don’t be afraid of some change.” Is that how we feel about change—fearful? Are we afraid of change? Fear seems like a big word to use about a small conflict, a small change. Well, although scary might be more present with a big change, change is … Continue reading In the Interim, by Interim Minister, Rev. Amy DeBeck
Contemplative Companions November 2022
Our Contemplative Companions group will be gathering on Monday November 7th at 7:00pm via zoom.The focus theme for this month will be ‘Seeds of Change’ For further information, including the zoomlink, contact Nadine at njw1258@hotmail.com or (484) 333-4015.
being change
nadine j. smet-weiss spiritual director risking heart opening transformation releasing the fullness of our light into the world much like that brilliant tree turned autumn orange outside my bedroom window trusting life by letting go ablaze
Feeding Families in Family Promise (Nov. 7-17)
Family Promise (FP) has a new ‘shelter house’ model for helping families who are experiencing homelessness. Instead of traveling from church to church, families now live temporarily in a house while participating in the program. SIGN UP HERE TO VOLUNTEER Our church has committed to provide meals or groceries to the three families staying at two ‘shelter … Continue reading Feeding Families in Family Promise (Nov. 7-17)
Holiday Gift Tree Time is Here
Our community will once again be participating in the Berks Connection Pretrial Services (BCPS) holiday gift tree event. We have been given 25 names of children whose parent or guardian is currently incarcerated at the Berks County Prison. For some of these children, this may be the only gift they receive. BCPS hosts a big … Continue reading Holiday Gift Tree Time is Here
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It takes all kinds of courage to be brave. The kind that makes you take action, the kind that leads you to change, and the kind that means you have to wait. The waiting kind can often be the hardest. Join guest speaker Paula Gribble for an exploration of these different kinds of courage, along with the powerful story of one of our Universalist forebears, Thomas Potter.
Friendsgiving and the Caring Bags Project
Hello FUUBC! Here’s everything you need to know about Friendsgiving and the Caring Bags Project! Friendsgiving will be held on Sunday, November 27th, following the service. It’s a chance for us to enjoy a feast with friends in community, celebrating potluck-style the Sunday following Thanksgiving. Below you will find a link to a sign up … Continue reading Friendsgiving and the Caring Bags Project