We come together for our Ingathering, returning to the Sanctuary for the formal start of the church year. We reflect on the 15 years since the 9.11.01 tragedy, on how we’ve grown together, and apart, as a country. We reflect on our church, as a merging of individuals, like merging streams, and celebrate with a … Continue reading Podcast: Sep 11, 2016 – “Bubbles in Merging Streams”

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

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.)

Animals occupy a special place in our lives––their presence brings us comfort, peace, and calm, and inspires creativity. Join us as we celebrate the animals who share our world, and give thanks for the gifts they give us. Furry, feathered, or scaly friends on leashes or in tanks or cages are welcome! You may also … Continue reading Podcast: Apr 17, 2016 – “Come Into Animal Presence: A Blessing of the Animals” (full)

The legacy given to us by our Unitarian forefather Ralph Waldo Emerson was the idea that the true work of our lives is the heart’s spiritual awakening.  Emerson has been called America’s first public intellectual, and he placed great emphasis on each individual’s capacity and obligation for decision-making and truth seeking.  Emerson also profoundly influenced the creation of a new … Continue reading Podcast: Apr 10, 2016 – “Creating Dangerous Ideas”

We’ll explore the tension between the “big” visions we have for what we can do and be… and our knowledge that we will always fall short. Through the lens of parenting, we will look for the possibility that small moments of grace may transform our pursuit of grander purposes. Worship Leaders: Andy and Wendy Pfrenger Music: … Continue reading Podcast: Apr 3, 2016 – “Grace in Small Portions” (full)

“Oh Life That Maketh All Things New” is a hymn by Samuel Longfellow, brother to the poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This hymn is our starting point as we consider Easter from a historically Unitarian and Universalist perspective. Worship Leaders: Kristina Spaude and Matt Alspaugh

MARCH 13, 2016: MUSIC SUNDAY The Gospel of John (3:32) states that the truth will set you free. That may be so, but it happens a lot faster when music is involved. This year’s Music Sunday features virtuoso harpist Kirk Kupensky along with the multi-talented members of UUYo. There will be a spring wind blowing … Continue reading Mar 13, 2016 – “The Music Shall Set You Free!” (full)