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
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.
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
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)
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
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.
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
Congregational life encompasses many ways for people to feel safe; emotionally, spiritually, our mental health, and more. Today, during Fire Prevention month, we address the importance of us feeling physically safe in our spiritual home.
Did you know that UU Berks is one of 6 historically Universalist PA congregations that meet every year to keep that spirit alive? The PA Universalist Convention has been held since 1831 and was revitalized in the 1970’s. Come and learn about, or be reminded of, this piece of our history and our current practice.
Thanks to so many of you, the First UU CROP Walk team—Rick Bromley, Mona McCormick, Nic Stoltzfus, Be Young, Louise Lorenz, and Jim Beidler—has nearly met its $4000 goal for the anti-hunger event (Note: as of this writing earlier in the week, we’re at $3745!). It’s not too late to lend your support, either by … Continue reading Last chance to support church’s CROP Walk team!
