Worship Service: Into Full Bloom,
Jim Beidler, Rev. Dr. Sandra Fees. The spiritual practice of generosity helps us and our community come into full bloom. When rooted in spiritual practice, giving has the power to liberate the giver and profoundly impact others. This morning we’ll share stories of how generosity has helped us flower.
If you have not already picked up and paid for your book please see Carol Orts this Sunday during coffee hour. If you did not order a book but would still like to purchase one, there are a few copies still available. The cost of the books is $11.
The 20s/30s Folx will be meeting on Thursday, February 20th, at 7 pm in the Gerber Room to make “decade collages” followed by a time of meditation. For more information and to RSVP, e-mail Nic at nic.stoltzfus@icloud.com.
On Sunday, February 16 after services we will have a sit-down fundraising coffee hour with children of the church helping to serve snacks and beverages. Any money donated by attendees will go to scholarships for church members to attend this year’s General Assembly. We hope to see you there!
Shut Down Berks Interfaith Witness, the Shut Down Berks Coalition & Make the Road PA will host a vigil led by Sister Dottie Almoney and the Lutheran Advocacy Ministry/PA on Sunday, Feb 16th at 3:30pm at the Berks County Residential Center located at 1040 Berks Road Leesport, PA 19533.Parking is available at the buildings across the … Continue reading Shut Down Berks Vigil
Worship Service: Why Talk About Class? Randy Newnham, Rev. Dr. Sandra Fees, Tracie Greth. When asked about their class background, most people in the United States describe themselves as middle class. Doctors, hourly workers, Ivy League graduates alike do this. Yet our different backgrounds offer different points of view and reference, and among UUs we are often reluctant to share or acknowledge these differences. Today we’ll share stories of class as a way to make space for more ways of being in our faith community.
by nadine j. smet-weiss spiritual director sitting here with my breath i am reminded of the heart at the heart of each being infinitesimal spark of light hidden in each and every form unfolding through the eons becoming unending appears to falter mystery moves spark ignites anew life
Join us on Monday February 3rd, @ 7:00pm for a time of reflection and sharing about our UU Principles. This is NOT a UU exclusive gathering – all are welcome. Contact Jane Rohrbach (windowsjmr@comcast.net) or Nadine Smet-Weiss (njw1258@hotmail.com) for further information.
In this month where we can be bombarded by conversation hearts and chocolates – I’m reminded that while valentines day can get stuck on one kind of love the ancient Greeks identified 8 different types of love. I’m also reminded that unconditional love, affectionate love, love of self, familiar love, enduring love, and playful love … Continue reading There is a love
Sun., Feb. 9 – Noon in the Sanctuary Church members are invited to come to this “listening session” to share their thoughts and feelings, express concerns, or ask questions related to recent actions to remove members.
