UUCNC’s Green Sanctuary Team again sent non-partisan postcards to voters through the Center for Common Ground, as recommended by UU the Vote, in an effort to combat voter suppression. Details are at the News & Events tab above.

Open discussion group based on UU Values, Clarification of Thought: Wednesdays, 7-8:30 PM Details on the online calendar and at the News & Events tab above.

Cup of Kindness Cafe: Friday, September 20, 7-10 PM All are welcome for FREE coffee, snacks, and great conversation. Details on the online calendar and at the News & Events tab above.

Cooking for Sustainability: Sundays, September 22, October 6 & 27, 1-2:30 PM Registration required by the Friday evening before each session. Explore delicious, simple meal preparation from farm to table, with sustainability in mind! Details on the online calendar and at the News & Events tab above.

Equinox Gathering: Sunday, September 22, 6-8 PM at Greystone Nature Preserve (8531 Bear Lake Rd, Fredonia, NY) Bring your voice and any musical instruments to celebrate Autumn’s arrival! Details on the online calendar and at the News & Events tab above.

Climate Justice Revival: Saturday, September 28 workshops (registration required). Sunday, September 29 worship service, followed by food and an opportunity to engage in climate justice advocacy. Details on the online calendar and at the News & Events tab above.

Learn about upcoming events on the online calendar.

Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. — Paul’s letter to the Hebrews

A new beginning

Every Year…A New Beginning 

The Ingathering each year is always, for me, a strange and challenging time. I get very excited about a new church year. I have a bunch of new ideas that are inspiring me to lead us to greater growth. I am challenged to remember what errors in judgement and leadership I have made in order not to repeat history…but to hopefully do better for the common good of all. 

It has been said that if we do not learn from the past, we shall just continue to repeat it.  I am certain that you who are reading this can identify with the thoughts and feelings behind this reflection. 
Stop for a few minutes.  Ask yourself…1) Why am I a part of this community? 2) What does it offer me? 3) What do I offer it? 4) Is its mission & message important enough that I am willing to sacrifice my Time, Talents, and Treasure for its success? 

It has been stated by Carl Jung that our main purpose for being is to bring “meaning” to what more often feels like existential darkness. 

As we begin another year…I strongly urge you to ask and answer those vital questions I have brought forth. 

As we struggle and sometimes strain in our relationships and work…Let us ever strive to remember that with all the things we choose to become…The most important thing is to choose to be kind. 

By choosing to be always kind, by choosing to live in Covenant with each other, by holding up each other’s dignity…We will have a year to remember. It will be a year of moving forward rather than staying stuck. 

I look forward to deeper and greater “meaning” with you this coming year. 

At Your Service, 
Rev. Ron