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October 27 – Intergenerational Religious Exploration – Julie Pera

Julie will be leading a hands-on learning opportunity for all ages based on the monthly theme.

May 26 – Memorial Day Candles, Brunch & Fellowship

After lighting our chalice, we will have a brief opportunity to share our joys and concerns. Following this we will share a meal together.

April 7 – On “The Light We Carry” – Catherine Azora-Minda

Written by Michelle Obama, the subtitle of her book is “Overcoming in Uncertain Times.” She writes from a post-pandemic perspective about ways to deal with fear, doubt and anxiety; how to move past these inhibitors and those who would disparage us and let our own light shine, appreciating and supporting others to do the same.

March 10 – Being Restorative – Rev. Leaf Seligman

After spending four days at the end of February co-facilitating a training in peacemaking circles, Rev. Leaf believes that identifying, amplifying, and spreading ways of being restorative deepens our sense of connection and multiplies the possibility of living in right relationship. She will share reflections on the daily practice of being restorative. Frederick Lucies willContinue reading “March 10 – Being Restorative – Rev. Leaf Seligman”

February 25 – Living Life Liminally – Catherine Azora-Minda

Commonly used as an adjective which indicates a boundary or threshold which we can be on either or both sides of, living in the present moment could mean that we are always in a liminal state. We’ll explore that thought and how it may be reflected in a faith practice.

February 18 – On Generosity – Boden Azora-Minda

Buddhist meditation teacher and author, Sharon Salzberg, says “Trust develops toward those who are generous. The Buddha taught that if a person is generous they can enter any group without fear.”

February 11 – Roots – Rev. Jane Thickstun, Guest Minister

Let’s take a look at the value of tradition in religion, and the healthy tension involved in keeping it balanced with seeking new forms, creative expressions, and original experience. Our tradition grounds us, giving us roots so that we can fly.

February 4 – Rev. Elea Kemler, Guest Minister

We are pleased to welcome Rev. Kemler back to the UUSG pulpit. She served as minister to this congregation for five years and left here in 2000 to become the minister at First Parish Church of Groton. She will offer reflections on her time as the minister here at UUSG.

January 28 – Roots

Rev. Jane Thickstun, Guest Minister Let’s take a look at the value of tradition in religion, and the healthy tension involved in keeping it balanced with seeking new forms, creative expressions, and original experience. Our tradition grounds us, giving us roots so that we can fly.In-person se

No service Sunday December 31

Service is cancelled, but the fellowship hall will be open and work on the window treatments and other housekeeping will be attempted.

December 31 – Reflect, Release & Resolve

Catherine Azora-Minda & Julie Pera Incorporating music, texts, and traditions from multiple sources, we will use our time together to honor both the light and the darkness that resides in each of us. On this last day of the calendar year, we will reflect on our accomplishments and our failures, identify and release the thingsContinue reading “December 31 – Reflect, Release & Resolve”

December 24 – Wonder, Magic, Amazement & Awe

Catherine Azora-Minda It’s a lot about the Winter Solstice and a little bit about Christmas. It’s all about the sense of hushed anticipation and great amazement that accompanies these holidays. If you have something small that symbolizes this season for you, please bring it to share on the altar. Arif Leininger will be playing andContinue reading “December 24 – Wonder, Magic, Amazement & Awe”

December 17 – The Battle for Christmas

Rev. Jane Thickstun We’ll take a look at the history of the Christmas holiday, how it has been celebrated (or not), especially by our Puritan forebears. Unitarians and Universalists have had a lot to do with how we celebrate the holiday today.

December 10 -Little Boxes

Rev. Leaf Seligman Malvina Reynolds’ song “Little Boxes” touches on Hanukkah, Advent, and breaking out of all the boxes we get slotted into culturally, politically, socially. The sermon invites us to consider stepping outside the box, coloring outside the lines, and seeing the world anew. Please note: there will be a talking circle with Rev. Leaf followingContinue reading “December 10 -Little Boxes”

Active Hope

November 26; 10am, Fellowship Hall. 66 Elm St., Gardner, MA 01440 Led by Rev. Jane Thickstun Our times confront us with realities that are painful to face, difficult to take in, and confusing to live with. Active hope is about finding, and offering, our best response to the crises in our world, including climate change,Continue reading “Active Hope”

Rev. Leaf Seligman

November 19; 10am, Fellowship Hall. 66 Elm St., Gardner, MA 01440 Rev. Leaf will offer a meditation on gratitude.

Covenant & Values: Justice

November 12; 10am. 66 Elm St., Gardner, MA 01440 Led by Boden Azora-Minda We continue our exploration of the proposed changes to Article II.

November Events

This is a busy month at UUSG. Please enjoy a look at all that is happening and discover what is of interest to you. There are flyers for the coffeehouse and the Holiday Fair attached which you may want to share with friends and family and everyone else you know. Please help to get theContinue reading “November Events”

November Services

We’re here all month long, come join us! All are welcome. Our services are held on Sundays at 10 am in the downstairs fellowship hall, followed by coffee. November 5 – Building Community – Chris & Julie PeraEach member and friend of UUSG has acknowledged the importance of having a religious community just by showing up toContinue reading “November Services”

Building Community

November 5; 10am – 66 Elm St., Gardner, MA 01440 Led by Chris & Julie Pera Each member and friend of UUSG has acknowledged the importance of having a religious community just by showing up to participate, to serve, to contribute. Research tells us that people who have active religious involvement tend to have betterContinue reading “Building Community”