It’s been a great month so far this February, following our worship theme of “Widening the Circle.” In January we had a productive and inspiring board retreat, where President Lisbet White and all Board members set forth strategic goals for the next five years. We were glad to welcome a new member to the board, … Continue reading February Minister’s Report
My heart is with all of you who have been alarmed by the recent war in Ukraine, as Russia’s actions have cast doubt on the future of our world in terms of warfare or peace. Across the world, many are choosing peace, advocating for Ukrainian citizens in desperate need of care and concern. UUYO will … Continue reading Pastoral Message on Ukraine-Russia Conflict
Widening the Circle: Radical Hospitality “He drew a circle that shut me out,Heretic, rebel, a thing to flout,But love and I had the wit to win:We drew a circle and took him in.- Edwin Markham. As Unitarian Universalists we all try to live our principles. We believe in the “inherent worth and dignity of all.” … Continue reading Service February 27th, 2022 11 am
Each year in January, the new Board meets for a retreat. It’s the chance to spend a day together doing a ‘deep dive’ into what makes UUYO the special place it is, and how to make it better and stronger. It is also a day to deepen our connections to one another. Gene Pusateri, Louisa … Continue reading Bits From The Board January 2022
Delivered to the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Hudson Valley, New York January 23, 2022 By Rev. Dr. Joshua Snyder One of the clear memories I have of growing up in the 80s is of the Valley Girl Fad. I realize that this revelation probably dates me. For those too young, or too old to … Continue reading Sermon – Feb 6, 2022 – “A Tremendous Fascinating Mystery”
Tuesdays in February and March starting February 15th 7:00 pm You are invited to join in a casual “discussion group” that will meet during the Lenten season to explore what people have thought it means to be divine, the Christ figure, and spirituality in the modern world. These talks will be organized by Rev. Joseph … Continue reading Exploring Divinity in a Brewery
Join us as we gather inspiration and share our thoughts as we plan worship for March on the theme: Renewing Faith. Click Here to Join on Zoom. https://zoom.us/j/324513381
“Widening the Circle” For some reason my mind is still reflecting on some of the great losses of the past two months: bell hooks, Thich Nhat Hanh, Joan Didion, to name a few. These people have made incalculable positive contributions to our culture, and I find myself wondering how I and we may continue their … Continue reading February Minister’s Writing
bell hooks, the internationally known writer, scholar, social justice activist passed away right before the New Year, and I feel compelled to share what her life and work has meant to me, and my hope for all of us as we approach 2022. I know perhaps not everyone is familiar with bell hooks, so I’ll … Continue reading Sermon – Jan 23, 2022 – “All About Love: Continuing the Legacy of bell hooks”
Rev. Joseph BoydAccording to the Torah, Moses is brought to a mountaintop where he is shown the Promised Land. Then God tells Moses so there is no confusion: This is the land I have promised your ancestors, and this the land your children will enter, but you yourself will not enter it. Moses receives this … Continue reading Sermon – Jan 16, 2022 – “I’ve been to the Mountaintop”
