Upcoming Services
June 28, 2026: Nurturing Beloved Community
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
How do we create in the context of our communities the qualities of love, compassion, inclusion, dignity and justice that are necessary for the Beloved Community?
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July 5, 2026: How Religious Was George Washington?
Rev. Dennis McCarty will observe the 250th anniversary of our nation's founding with: "How Religious Was George Washington?" How did Washington himself negotiate the complex religious tapestry of the new United States? Rev. McCarty will review a bit of the history and try to draw lessons for our 21st century journey.
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July 12, 2026: The Possibility of America: 250 Years and Counting
Today we reflect on the lead-up to the Declaration of Independence made by 13 separate colonies. Over 250 years as a republic, its people have continued to shape this country in response to the varied values and longings among us. Our past is complicated and our present is filled with pain, but the future remains open.
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July 19, 2026: Singing the Beloved Community Into Being
Singing together is our birthright and a joy-filed, joy-fueled way to cultivate the necessary qualities of the Beloved Community.
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July 26, 2026: A Sermon from Rev. Forrest Gilmore
Come join Rev. Forrest Gilmore for a sermon at UUCB!
Past Services
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June 21, 2026: Leadership in the Beloved Community
Revs. Susan Frederick-Gray and Mary Ann Macklin
Leadership matters in a community and society. What is the leadership that is needed to nurture beloved community? How do we cultivate and support the ethical and compassionate leadership we need? -
June 14, 2026: All Our Relations in the Beloved Community
Ryan T. Conway (Pakawi)
Join us, Sunday June 14th, as we braid together a vision of Alliance suitable for renewing our relationships and co-creating our Beloved Community.
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June 7, 2026: Dr. King's Vision of the Beloved Community
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
It was Dr. King who popularized the idea of the Beloved Community. What did he mean by this vision and how is it still relevant today? -
May 31, 2026 @ 10:30 am: Wisdom From Our Elders
UUCB Elders and Stephanie Kimball
In this service we hear from members who have embarked on the journey toward elderhood, honoring those who choose a path of inner work in the second half of life. -
May 30, 2026: Memorial Service for Duncan Searle
A Memorial Service for Duncan Searle will be held on Saturday, May 30, at 2 p.m. in the Meeting Room. A reception will follow in Fellowship Hall.
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May 24, 2026 @ 10:30 am: All Ages Flower Communion Service
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray and Stephanie Kimball
In this annual UU springtime ritual, we will honor the ways that the beauty of spring and its flowers is a source of resilience for our spirits. -
May 17, 2026: Life Saving Joy
Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray
We sometimes think of joy as frivolous or unimportant, but joy is essential for our well-being. How do we weave more joy into our lives? -
May 10, 2026: Mother’s Day Reflections
Sarah Barnett, Dinorah Sapp, Susan Carson
This Sunday, we learn from the wisdom of mothers in our congregation as they reflect on the joys and lessons of motherhood. -
May 3, 2026: Youth Service: Joy!
Members of the UUCB youth group, Sarah Montgomery
The youth of this church have wisdom to share with all of us! This Sunday, they reflect on where they find joy and why it matters. -
April 26, 2026: All Ages Earth Day Service
Dr. Stephanie Kimball and the Green Sanctuary Task Force
Through story, song, and action we will celebrate the Earth and our own responsibilities to care for our planet home. Special music with the Family Choir.
