Our 1st Principle calls on us to honor the inherent worth and dignity of every person. This often means looking beyond behavior and giving the benefit of the doubt. As individuals, we have to decide when to say, “Oh, that’s okay!” and when to say, “Hey, that’s not right.” Longtime member Claudia Moder will lead … Continue reading The Benefit of the Doubt
This Sunday we will explore the cultural and sacred significance of nature, plants and gardening structure/ceremony to indigenous native peoples living in harmony with the world around them. Our speaker, Diana Peterson, is Menominee enrolled with descendent of the Oneida and Ho-chunk. She has an MS in Science and is currently completing her PhD in … Continue reading Cultural Significance of Nature/Gardening to Indigenous Tribal Peoples
Please join us for our Pride Sunday service in recognition of Pride month. GBAUUF is a Welcoming Congregation, meaning that we actively affirm and accept the dignity and participation of those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer. This year’s speaker is Francis Beaumier. Francis will share his journey as a Bridge Person. Being LGBT … Continue reading Pride Sunday
Everyone has their own perspective of what “Father” means to them from their own experiences. In Pip’s Father’s Day sermon, he describes what Father means to him and explores how his own definition is likely to be vastly different from others. A father of 3 himself, Phillip also has direct experience that isn’t necessarily the … Continue reading I Wonder What “Father” Means To You
Andy had just started a new chapter in his life, leaving his corporate job of 16 years to become a full-time freelance creative. In addition to a career change, he became a serious cyclist. His mental and physical health had never been better in his life. It was a very exciting time. All that changed on … Continue reading You Were That Close
For over thirty years Therese Barry-Tanner has walked outdoors almost daily. What started as a necessity, became a transformative experience, and then turned into a passion. Therese will talk about how walking connects to her spirituality and has become an essential part of her life.
No service today. Enjoy the long weekend. Come back next week!
In the UU tradition, the annual Flower Communion was a way to unite the people of the congregation and celebrate the diversity of the fellowship. Participants are asked to bring a flower to share, and these flowers are distributed throughout the congregation. What more appropriate way to celebrate the diversity of our fellowship than by … Continue reading RE Kids Service / Flower Communion
In the book “Little Fires Everywhere,” Celeste Ng said: “It came, over and over, down to this: What made someone a mother? Was it biology alone, or was it love?” Join us on Mother’s Day as several friends and member share stories of motherhood.
Join us for a celebration of all things music! Members and friends are invited to share their musical talents during this special service. Whether your instrument of choice is a clarinet, guitar, or your voice, all performers are welcome. To sign up, please contact Claudia Moder.
