Author: UU Berks Office Administrator

March 8th – International Women’s Day

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March 8th – International Women’s Day1pm action at the Berks Detention Center, which is now incarcerating women immigrants! (more information below) 1040 Berks Rd, Leesport, PA 19533in coordination with Detention Watch Network’s Day of Action (March 3) Contact Tonya at g.immigrationjustice@uuberks.org from the FUUBC immigration team for more information and/or follow Shut Down Berks Coalition (on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter) or the Shut … Continue reading March 8th – International Women’s Day

Univoice Weekly

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Many UUs come to this tradition from other religious backgrounds, sometimes having rejected the faith community of their childhood. This morning we’ll reflect on the faith of our origins and how it informs our UU identity. What can we get reacquainted with from our spiritual past that might deepen our spiritual lives?

Deeper Than The Skin: Live and Live Streamed

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The latest version of a quintessential American story of Race and friendshipThis Sunday Reggie Harris and I will present Deeper Than The Skin at Voices Cafe in Westport, CT. It will be live and live streamed, providing a very rare opportunity for folks everywhere to see this remarkable presentation on Race in America.  The information … Continue reading Deeper Than The Skin: Live and Live Streamed

Conversation about the Ministry Transition

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The Board of Directors and the Ministry & Operations Team invites the congregation to a conversation about the Ministry Transition on Sunday, February 27 after church.  At this meeting we will be discussing next steps and answering questions about the process of hiring an Interim Minister.  We will also discuss how we want to commemorate … Continue reading Conversation about the Ministry Transition

Univoice Weekly

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What is a Muslim doing working at a church? A question Rev. Sana Saeed received frequently while working at the UU Church of Arlington, VA. Today there are more people identifying as UU Muslim. Join her to explore how we make room for interfaith families and people identifying as multi-religious in our community as we reflect on the theme of beloved community. There will be time for a Q&A with Rev. Sana following the service.

Univoice Weekly

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Our spiritual tradition was founded on a commitment to inclusion and belonging. This morning we will consider the practice of lovingkindness and how it can widen the circle of community.

From Social Justice Coordination Team

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Please add the LGBT Center of Greater Reading’s PRIDE FEST to your calendar for July 17th, 2022.  Further information to follow, but suffice to say, it’s a wonderful celebration of our LGBTQ Community and its allies.  First UU Berks has been a presence at the Festival for many years.