Join us for our Opening Sunday and our traditional “Water Communion” service. This  intergenerational service will be led by Rev. Lara Hoke on Sunday, September 11 at 10:30am. [Directions]

A Water Communion is a gathering ceremony traditionally done at the UUCiA (and often used in Unitarian Universalist congregations across the country on “homecoming” Sundays). All are invited to bring a small quantity of water to the service, sharing why the water is special or representative of the summer.  As the UUA website puts it, “The combined water is symbolic of our shared faith coming from many different sources.” It will be wonderful to be together again, and to meet new friends.

We will also commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9/11 as part of the service.

Rev. Lara Hoke will preach a sermon titled “Peace is the Word”, in honor of the International Day of Peace (which is September 21) on Sunday, September 25.  She will share insights from attending the September 17 “Pathways to Peaceful Living” conference co-sponsored by the Hancock Shaker Village and the Center for Peace through Culture.

Earth Circle CUUPS invites you to a Mabon Harvest Wine Tasting.

We invite you to join us as we sample a variety of delicious wines from around the world.  Which wines are best paired with which foods?  White wine or red for dinner?  Which $15 bottle tastes comparable to a $75 bottle?  How much fun would it be to learn about and sample luscious wines as well as feast on breads, cheeses, fruits and chocolates?

If these questions intrigue you (more…)

On October 15, we will participate in Merrimack Valley Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build Program, where women are instructed in the skills needed to do the tasks of the day, and then work together in women-only teams. Men are welcome to volunteer on October 15 too! There will be other work aside from the women-only teamwork. A sign-up sheet will be available in September.  For more information, contact Carol Rougvie.

Anyone interested in filling the two open dates, please contact Nancy Mulvey.  There are outlines and suggested topics available.