Considering Membership Class
We will be holding a considering membership class on 11/12 following service. Come learn more about what our church community has to offer and you can become a part of it. Contact g.membership@uuberks.org for more info.
Category: News
CROP Walk campaign is off and running, uh, walking!
First UU’s team has begun fund-raising for the annual Reading-Berks CROP Walk, from which a quarter of the profits stay local with the Berks Schuylkill Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank, which in turn benefits the monthly food pantry sponsored by our congregation. First UU is a sponsor of the Reading-Berks walk, which will be held … Continue reading CROP Walk campaign is off and running, uh, walking!
Get A Blessing for Your Bag or Device!
UUBerks Device/Bag Blessing Sticker or Pin Here at UUBerks, we take time to renew, recommit and set a course for the months ahead. This is our annual bag / device blessing. Some of us came to the church sanctuary with our backpacks, purses, wallets, briefcases or other satchels. Some of us came to church through … Continue reading Get A Blessing for Your Bag or Device!
Religious Exploration Kicksoff!
Religious Exploration – To let us know how you plan to engage with our programs this year please visit. https://uuberks.org/Registration
UU Berks and Tour de Pac Pot Luck Dinner & Climate Discussion
On Monday, September 25th, we will be hosting cyclists from Tour de PAC, a bike tour that travels from frontline community to frontline community to collect testimony from people impacted by climate change. Their final stop will be the Pennsylvania Climate Convergence in Harrisburg on October 1st .If you are a cyclist and would like … Continue reading UU Berks and Tour de Pac Pot Luck Dinner & Climate Discussion
Tour de PAC Cyclists at Our Church
On Monday, September 25th, we will be hosting cyclists from Tour de PAC, a bike tour that travels from frontline community to frontline community to collect testimony from people impacted by climate change. Their final stop will be the Pennsylvania Climate Convergence in Harrisburg on October 1st. If you are a cyclist and would like to … Continue reading Tour de PAC Cyclists at Our Church
Photos from the 2023 Hay Creek Festival
It turned out to be a nice day for a festival. This is the 47TH annual Hay Creek Festival. If you were unable to attend, you have another chance on Sunday. You can find photos from the event here. You’re welcome to download, print, and share them.
Photos from the 2023 Antietam Pool Annual Dog Swim
This year’s Antietam Pool Annual Dog Swim was another success. I think the dogs had a blast swimming, playing fetch, and chasing each other around. If you were unable to attend, I hope you’ll join us next year! You can find photos from the event here. You’re welcome to download, print, and share them.
Coffee Crew Help Needed
We are in critical need of coffee crew volunteers. We have lost several volunteers recently for various reasons and if we cannot recruit more it could mean the end of our beloved coffee hour. Volunteering is only 3-4 times a year to bring a simple snack, make coffee and quick clean up. Please contact Bonnie … Continue reading Coffee Crew Help Needed
275th Anniversary Historic Church Walking Tour
This year is the City of Reading’s ‘bicenterquasquigenary’ – or 275th anniversary. As part of the celebration there will be a self-guided Historic Church Walk on Saturday, September 16th from 1-4 PM. Our church is on the tour! We need your help! Sign up here to volunteer for either or both days. https://uuberks.org/275_church_walk Thank you … Continue reading 275th Anniversary Historic Church Walking Tour