Where is the Light? Celebrating Imbolc
Imbolc is the Celtic celebration of the growing light that was born at the Solstice. It is a time of Emergence and Awakening.
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.
Imbolc is the Celtic celebration of the growing light that was born at the Solstice. It is a time of Emergence and Awakening.
Masters of all religious traditions on earth now understand that spiritual training is essential not solely for monks and nuns but for all people, whatever their faith or way of life. The nature of spiritual development is intensely practical, active, and effective. The danger we are all in together makes it essential now that we … Continue reading Centering Practices & Establishing Boundaries
Just what does it mean to be a Unitarian Universalist? Some people think we are a cult; could it be true?
Based on the book by Joanna Macy and Chris Johnstone, this service is meant to help us find our center, the source of our hope, in the midst of climate chaos. A New Book Study Opportunity: Join Rev. Michelle in reading Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We’re In Without Going Crazy (Joanna Macy … Continue reading Active Hope
What are our touchstones for renewed hope and strength? This service features a sermon shared by UUA President, Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray.Following the Service: You are invited to remain in the chapel for a UU Christian Communion rite. The rite celebrates the gathered community and is fully inclusive. One need not hold a Christian framework to … Continue reading Inviting the New Year
Howard Thurman wrote: “When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and princes are home, when the shepherds are back with their flock, the work of Christmas begins…” What is the work we are called to do?
Join us for a traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight service as we welcome in the Christ-child and the hope for peace on earth.
We learn so much as we listen one another into wholeness. Being heard and hearing another’s experience can be transformative.
As a faith that expresses itself in love and acts of service, we pause to express gratitude and encourage engagement.
As we kick off the 2023 pledge year, let’s explore and understand a bit more about sacred economics. The Leadership Development/Nominating Committee (LDNC) will host the after service coffee hour. Come and see what opportunities are available for deeper involvement in our congregation. We look forward to seeing you there!