Sunday Worship at 10:30 a.m. -- In Person or Livestream on UUAmherst YouTube. Order of Service.
Sunday AM Ministries: 9:30 Church of the Wild -- Debbie Waterhouse Ecology Center; 9:30 Sacred Singing Circle--Emerson Rm.
Rainbow Cafe -- NO JUNE GATHERING! Second Saturday of the Month 1-3 pm Safe gathering place for LGBTQ+ community & allies. Details.
This week we will get acquainted with the talented and influential Unitarian, Fannie Barrier Williams (1855-1944). You’re going to wonder why her story is new to us! Please be mindful of those with chemical allergies and refrain from wearing scents. Remember that coffee hour follows. Supervised Care for Littles available in the room adjoining the … Continue reading Did UU Know?
The Celtic Pagan wheel of the year turns as the days grow longer. Let’s celebrate the growing light, in and around us. Please be mindful of those with chemical allergies and refrain from wearing scents. Remember that coffee hour follows. Supervised Care for Littles available in the room adjoining the Atrium. Our congregation joins with … Continue reading Imbolc: A Glimmer of Light in the Darkness
In the UU Litany of Atonement, the late Rev. Rob Eller-Isaacs ended each line with, “We forgive ourselves and each other. We begin again in love.” Do you know someone (or are you one) who used to be active at UU Amherst but has dropped away? Invite them to our Homecoming service so they can … Continue reading New Year, New UU: A Homecoming
The full quotation from Cornel West includes a second line: “Just like tenderness is what love feels like in private.” Our congregation joins with hundreds of other UU congregations in the exploration of monthly themes from Soul Matters, a resource that is grounded in Unitarian Universalist values. This month we consider the theme of Liberating … Continue reading Justice is What Love Looks Like in Public
Side with Love is a public advocacy campaign that seeks to harness love’s power to stop oppression. It is sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Association and all are welcome to join. This week begins the UU 30 Days of Love, with a focus on justice and compassion. Our congregation joins with hundreds of other UU … Continue reading What is Love Calling You To Do?
Winter has come and the birds are heading south. We’ll examine some religious beliefs about our fine feathered friends, and look forward to their return in spring. john Snodgrass teaches religion courses at Canisius University, and has written numerous books including “Supernatural Shakespeare” and the sci-fi comedy novel Thirteenth Moon. He lives in Buffalo with … Continue reading “For the Birds”
A member of UU Amherst for the past 70 years, Jerry will share the positive impacts the church and its members have had on his life and others. We will be sharing the plate with Homespace this month and all funds will go directly to enhance the holidays for the residents
This year we are celebrating Christmas Eve in the morning service only. What does it mean to confront the age-old story in the light of day? Can we still find and share the rebirth of Love and the promise of peace, not shrouded in darkness? We will be sharing the plate with Homespace this month … Continue reading Christmas Eve, Unfolding
Charles Dickens’ 1843 novella, A Christmas Carol, has inspired adaptation in every medium, including The Muppets. Our abridged version is offered in a readers’ theater style and features the talents of members and friends of UU Amherst. This would be a great service to invite friends and family to attend. We will be sharing the … Continue reading A Christmas Carol
Geese fly together in formation, upholding each other to make their long journey easier. Elephants live in family groups for support and social interaction. Orcas swim together for protection and hunting; it seems natural to gather together. We gather each Sunday… For the sermon, for the music, for meetings…But there is so much more to … Continue reading Gather the Spirit
