Dear Members and Friends, By now, you have hopefully heard the news of our Rev. Dr. Sandra Fees’ retirement from full-time ministry at UUBerks. If not, you can read her message here. The Board of Directors and the Ministry & Operations (M&O) Team at UUBerks are reaching out to the congregation with a follow-up message … Continue reading A Message From FUUBC Leadership Regarding Ministerial Transition
Join us on Monday January 7th, @ 7:00pm. Through readings, reflection and sharing we will consider what it means to live into the mystery of our lives. Contact Nadine Smet-Weiss (njw1258@hotmail.com or 484-333-4015) for further information or to receive the zoom link for these gatherings.
by nadine j. smet-weiss spiritual director having come full circle it may seem we have gotten nowhere until we share the story of our journey realizing how far we have come and thus filled we begin again
The next Masked Music and Meditation will be held on Saturday, February 12th from 6-7 pm in the Sanctuary.All are welcome to come enjoy a time of peaceful music and quiet contemplation. Masks and vaccination are required to attend. If you have not already done so, please submit a copy of your vaccine card to Office@uuberks.org … Continue reading Masked Music and Meditation
What are your deepest intentions? How do you stay true to them? This morning we’ll explore some simple everyday practices to help answer those questions.
Did you know that registration is no longer required to attend in person service? All you need to do it submit your vaccination card one time to our office where it will be kept on file for you to attend upcoming service and events. Did you know that recordings of past services are available on … Continue reading Did You Know?
Lynn O’Brien introduced the Transition Office and Keith Kron Nominating committee update given Reviewed Group Gathering and Covid Policy Social Media Project Update and Brainstorming Decided on the Service Auction donation 2022
Dear Members and Friends, It is with deep emotion that I write to share with you my decision to retire from UU Berks and full-time ministry in July 2022. I have been in spiritual discernment for a while about the best timing for the congregation and for me. I share this news now so that we … Continue reading Important News from Rev. Dr. Sandra Fees (Jan. 2022)
Join us this morning as we consider how Dr. King’s example can inspire and guide us in shaping the future. How do we orient ourselves so that we can continue the work of justice, kindness, truth-seeking, and truth-telling? This morning’s music is offered by Kent, Rachel and Megan Gutzler and Dan Matz.
Some folks make New Year’s resolutions, like lose 5 pounds and read more non-fiction. Others think about living with intention, which tends to be more process-oriented, like pay attention and have worthy goals. It means moving out of autopilot and into a meaningful, well-balanced life based on your own conscious choices. And that’s swell, but what about when things are truly falling apart, like they seem to be now? How can we meet this messy life in a way that lets us be awake, wholehearted, and of service?
