Introduction During our sabbatical time in Italy, Liz and I stayed for a few days in Manarola, one of five picturesque little fishing towns on the Ligurian coast in the northwest of the country. These towns, known as the Cinque Terre, or ‘five lands’, have been made into a United Nations World Heritage site. Which … Continue reading Sermon: Jun 19, 2016 – “Fast Train to Nowhere”
Part I This is the time of many transitions. Today is the day when we ceremonially transition from this sanctuary to downstairs, for the beginning of the summer worship. This is a time of beginnings as I return from sabbatical, and begin again as your minister. This is a time of endings, as Kristina Spaude … Continue reading Sermon: Jul 12, 2016 – “Beginnings, Endings, and Transitions”
Words I. – Black and Blue Lives Matter Introduction Baton Rouge. Falcon Heights. Dallas. By now, we’ve read the posts, and probably watched the videos, perhaps most reluctantly, as I have. Our hearts have been broken, torn open, rent asunder, and we are in pain – of sorrow, despair, anger, rage. The images come before … Continue reading Sermon: July 10, 2016 – “Peacemaking in our Time”
Here is the updated version of the Auction Catalog with new items and new dates.
Flowers symbolize transformation. Whether it is romance or revolution, alchemy or apocalypse historic movements have used flowers as the centerpiece to prompt social action. How do flowers transform you? Worship Leader: Sarah Lowry Worship Associate: Gary Davenport Musician: Marcellene Hawk Mayhall
THE ALL-CHURCH FUN!RAISING TALENT AUCTION IS JUNE 18, 6:30-10pm. WE NEED YOUR HELP TO MAKE IT A SUCCESS ! Our first Fun!Raising event will be the All-Church Talent Auction scheduled for June 18th at the Church. Along with a talent auction featuring services and activities provided by your fellow UUYOers, we’ll have prizes, silent … Continue reading All Church Fundraising Talent Auction – Sunday, June 18 from 6:30-10pm
The annual UUYO picnic will be held June 12, 2016 from 12:30 pm ‘til dark at the Chestnut Hill Pavilion in Mill Creek Park. Bring a dish to share, cold drinks, and your own table settings. We will make sure to have a fire going – so bring hot dogs, hamburgers or other items for … Continue reading Annual Church Picnic – Sunday, June 12, 12:30pm
Over the course of the year, Intern Minister Kristina Spaude has been digging into UUYO’s history, talking with longtime members of the congregation, combing through the archives at Meadville Lombard, and looking into other resources. During this service, we’ll hear about what she’s learned and what it means for us today. Worship Leader: Kristina Spaude … Continue reading Podcast: May 22, 2016 – “How Did We Get Here?” (full)
Kalu Kalu once said, “the things you do for yourself are gone when you are gone, but the things you do for others remain as your legacy.” Most of us would like to make an impact on this world after we are gone. Dan Betts will share inspirational examples and actionable ideas on how each … Continue reading Podcast: May 8, 2016 – “Leaving a Legacy” (full)
This Sunday we’ll be reflecting on and celebrating Passover and Earth Day. What lessons are there for us when we consider these two holidays together through the Creation lens? How can they inform our lives today? Worship Leader: Kristina Spaude Worship Associate: Gina Vance (The audio recording is truncated.)
