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Rev. Lara Hoke

Rev. Lara Hoke

Welcome!  I am so glad that you have found the website for the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Andover, which we affectionately call the UUCiA.  The tagline of this congregation is “A Liberal Religious Voice in the Merrimack Valley since 1847”.  I would go a step further and say that the UUCiA is an important haven in the Merrimack Valley for those who enjoy worshipping in a warm, friendly, and open-minded environment.

The UUCiA provides a spiritual home to many who would not have felt as sustained and supported anywhere else.   Continue reading »

Annual UUCIA Fund-Raising Auction

Saturday, May 19 at 6:30 pm: Our Annual UUCIA fund raising Auction begins with a Kickoff Social Evening on Saturday, May 19th, at Locke Street. The auction itself will last for about three weeks. It consists of goods and services donated by you, our members and friends. There will be a variety of items for auction of varying amounts that should offer good value and/or fun! On the evening of May 19th, we will gather at 6:30 PM. The dinner for the evening will consist of homemade hearty soups, salads and breads. This is a social event for which everyone is welcome and there is no requirement to participate in the any bidding. Just come and have fun.

We will have a Mini-Auction of homemade soups and deserts made by those of you, either fresh or frozen for either now or later in the year. You could offer a soup or desert every month over the winter or a group of three different kinds – whatever!

We will also have our now very popular Pre-Owned Jewelry Sale so dig into the bottom of that old jewelry box for those rings, broaches, ear rings and necklaces that no longer work for you and get them to Locke Street so your fellow congregants can scoop them up at bargain prices!

Details on the main part of the auction will follow by special email to all members and friends. Thank you all very much and we hope you find the auction both rewarding and fun!

Spirit of Life: Adult Religious Education

Rev. Lara Hoke will offer an adult religious education series for four upcoming Tuesdays from 7:15 p.m. until 9:15 p.m. (April 24, and May 1, 15 and 22) at 6 Locke Street. The series is “Spirit of Life”, part of the Tapestry of Faith religious education course of the UUA. “Spirit of Life” workshops were developed by Rev. Barbara Hamilton-Holway as a way to “offer participants space, time, and community to explore their Unitarian Universalist spirituality. Continue reading »

Retreat: Cape Cod Sea Camps, 2012

One of the UUCIA’s favorite traditions is the all ages annual retreat. Reserve your spot today!

Who, what, when and where?

Members and friends of the UUCIA share a fun, relaxed weekend Friday, June 8 through Sunday, June 10 at Cape Cod Sea Camps, on the shore of Cape Cod Bay in Brewster, Massachusetts. Activities include beachcombing, tennis and biking to evening conversation and a talent show. For many, the highlight is an outdoor worship service on Sunday morning.

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Reminder: Minister’s Office Hours for 2011-2012

For the past two years, Rev. Lara Hoke has held office hours on Wednesday afternoons. She has found that in the 21st century, people rarely “drop in”!
So this year, she will try office hours by appointment. If you would like to meet with Lara, she’d be very happy to meet with you! Please email her at minister@uuandover.org to set up a time and place for a meeting. (Lara plans to be at 6 Locke Street one afternoon each week this year, but the day will vary week-to-week.)

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