Congregation News
- Being a Good Partner to Other Organizations
Are you representing the church in any capacity? From going to demos to being involved in strategic planning, there are a few pitfalls to avoid. We will look at different aspects of this role in a short after-church session on Sept. 14th. Join us in the Chalice House meeting room after coffee hour.
- “Get Involved Fair”
M&O will host a “Get Involved Fair” on Sunday, September 7th, immediately following the service in the Gerber Room. Representatives from our committees and programs will be present to share information about their work in and service to the congregation and what opportunities you have for getting involved. Hope to see you there!
- CONTEMPLATIVE COMPANIONS RE-GATHERING SUNDAY OCTOBER 5TH
Contemplative Companions will begin the 2025-26 Church Year with a re-gathering at the Penn StateBerks Labyrinth on Sunday October 5th following the church service. Bring a brown bag lunch. Followinglunch and informal conversation, Jane will offer an introduction to the Labyrinth and we will walk theLabyrinth as a group, ending the afternoon with reflection/sharing about ...
- Camping this Fall
We’re setting forth in our plans for a fall camping – let us know what would work best for you by filling out https://uuberks.org/camp_ask
- FUUBC Fundraising Concert
Mark your calendars for the upcoming FUUBC fundraising concert with the UU band members and singers! Saturday, October 4th from 7-9pm. Cost is $15 per person and can be purchased at the door if you didn’t buy a ticket at the Service Auction. Join us for a fun evening of popular music! Singing along with ...
- All We Can Save Circle invites you to an invasive species removal on Labor Day, 9/1
Meeting location is Janssen Conference Center at PSU Berks Campus from 10am-1pm. : 4150 Janssen Dr. Reading, PA 19610 Please wear long pants, long socks, and long sleeves. Gloves and tools provided. Bathrooms, water, and indoor rest area available.
- Exploring Membership Class
Curious about the benefits of church membership? We invite all visitors and attenders to join an Exploring Membership Class after church service on Sept 28 at 12:00pm. It’s a small circle time to meet with Rev. John Cullinan and a few other members. We talk about our spiritual journeys, individually and collectively. I’ll share briefly about the benefits and process of membership at ...
- Sept. 11 Fund-raiser at P.J. Whelihans Primes Pump for CROP Walk
First UU is a sponsor of the Reading-Berks CROP Walk, an anti-hunger fund-raiser that benefits Helping Harvest, the supplier of food for FUUBC’s monthly food pantry. Team captain Jim Beidler is recruiting walkers for the Sunday, Oct. 12, walk at Grings Mill but you can help the cause before that but coming to eat at P.J. ...
- RE Registration for 2025-2026
Registration is open for our program year. We have some exciting things planned and look forward to what will emerge as we seek, nurture and serve together this year! To let us know how you plan to engage with our programs this year please visit. https://uuberks.org/Registration Registered families will receive occasional mailings including birthday cards from the ...
- FUUBC Fundraising Concert
Mark your calendars for the upcoming FUUBC fundraising concert with the UU band members and singers! Saturday, October 4th from 7-9pm. Cost is $15 per person and can be purchased at the door if you didn’t buy a ticket at the Service Auction. Join us for a fun evening of popular music! Singing along with ...