Behold That Star
When have you followed your star? Together we’ll explore this question in a lively all-ages celebration of the Christmas story and science.
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In awe of our stories
Rev. Sage Olnick During the winter holiday season, we are reminded of tradition and times of the past. We gather together and share stories. We tell stories of important memories, experiences, and life-lessons. This Sunday we will explore what it means to people of Awe who are shaped by the stories of our lives.”
Opening to Awe
This morning we reflect on the way religious experiences open us to awe and wonder. Our collection is a monthly share-the-plate and will benefit the Literacy Council of Reading-Berks.
The Awe in Nature
Nature fills us with awe. Standing beneath the stars or on the top of a mountain or both can leave us breathless and more alive than we ever imagined possible. Join us as we explore nature’s essential role in our lives and our spiritual community.
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Join us for the annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service on Wednesday, November 27, at 7 pm. The service will be held at Immanuel United Church of Christ. Jan Glass King, interim pastor, at the Wyomissing Church of the Brethren will preach, and representatives from the Reading area Jewish, Muslim, Bah’ai, and Unitarian Universalist communities will also … Continue reading Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Giving Thanks
In this all-ages service of gratitude, we’ll focus our attention on what we are grateful for. Join us in story, song, and sharing in this lively, participatory Sunday morning experience.
Hush
It is increasingly difficult to find silence in our world, to discover places where we can be in solitude away from the noisiness, busyness, and distractions of life. This morning we’ll explore the need and longing our spirits have for moments of hushing. The service will include recognition of Transgender Day of Remembrance. And we’ll … Continue reading Hush
Turbulence Is Coming
Individually and as a nation we are experiencing a shaking. We now have the opportunity to be peace givers and not fear bringers, and to learn, as did the followers of Jesus, how to endure the turbulence and how, at times, to become the turbulence. How can we leverage our lives to bring peace to … Continue reading Turbulence Is Coming
Dia de Los Muertos Celebration
Join us for an all-ages celebration of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with authentic Mexican decorations and painted skulls for the altar, a reflection by Cesar Martinez-Garza, story, song, including a choral anthem, and a participatory ritual in which we light candles for our beloveds who have died.
A Feeling of Belonging
When did you first know you belonged? That’s the question we’ll be reflecting on this morning. Join us for a lively exploration.