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Upcoming Sunday Services

Sunday, December 10
10:15 a.m.
Music Sunday
Dr. Susan Swaney, Music Director
The UU choir, an orchestra, and a stunning in-house vocal quartet will perform Franz Schubert’s thrilling Magnificat and J.S. Bach’s Dona Nobis Pacem, the final movement of his magnum opus, the B Minor Mass.

Sunday, December 17
10:15 a.m.
What I Believe In
Facilitated by Reverend Connie Grant
As Unitarian Universalists, we formulate our beliefs in terms of credo (“I believe”) not creed (“we believe”).  Our own stories are among our sacred texts, and we are responsible for developing our own beliefs in light of our experience and conscience. Participants from our recent credo-building workshop will share their belief statements. 

Wednesday, December 20
6:15 p.m.
Winter Solstice
Led by Stephanie Kimball 
Come celebrate the turning of the season as we reflect on the gifts of winter. This contemplative service features a spiral procession to light candles with the yule log, representing the return of light and warmth. Music provided by Ray Fellman, Colleen Haas, and the MoonRing Quartet.

Sunday, December 24
10:15 a.m.
Participatory Pageant for All
Led by Reverend Connie Grant and Stephanie Kimball, with a cast of many
Have you always wanted to be a star? Or maybe an angel, a wise person, or a shepherd? This is your chance! We’ll enact the Christmas story and reflect on its meaning. No advance preparation is required: costumes, props, and stage directions will be provided on the spot. A worship service for all ages.

Sunday, December 24
7:00 p.m.
Each Night a Child is Born is a Holy Night
Reverend Connie Grant, musicians, and readers
Christmas Eve service with stories, carols, and candle lighting, celebrating the spirit and the potential born in every person.

Sunday, December 31
10:15 a.m.
The Paradox of (Im)perfection
Reverend Connie Grant
Jason Michalek, Worship Associate
A simple or not-so-simple question for this time of resolutions and new beginnings: How do we know when we are "perfect enough?"

Note to Parents/Caregivers:

There will be no Religious Education classes or regular childcare on December 24 or 31. On December 31, children of all ages may gather in Fellowship Hall for special activities. Please contact Stephanie Kimball if you’d like to help.

This article originally appeared in Perspectives for December 2023. Click to read the full issue!