Parker Palmer tells us “The soul speaks its truth only under quiet, inviting, and trustworthy conditions.” This Sunday we’ll explore the concept of the soul, how to listen to it, and ask what must be done to bring our lives into line with our soulful … read more.
Sophia Lyon Fahs, a revolutionary UU religious educator, wrote that “it matters what we believe.” Our shared faith values can shape how we live our lives and how we impact the world. Join us for this multigen service in which we explore the beliefs of … read more.
With love at the center of our faith, we are required to wrestle with it often. What does it mean to practice love in different contexts and with different styles? What happens when we stop believing in love but need it all the same?
The poet Joy Harjo writes “The world begins at a kitchen table. No matter what, we must eat to live.” Come this Sunday to hear how filling our bellies and breaking bread together are essential ingredients to building the Welcome Table.
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Our current political climate engenders feelings of anxiety, fear, and despair. Sowing a sense of chaos is the point. How can we root down deep in the community of USG to find reprieve from the daily onslaught? How can surrendering our ability to control the … read more.
This Sunday’s service will reflect on the complexities of violence and peace in a world that is hurting. On the eve of honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we’ll examine the ways Dr. King himself wrestled with the relationship between American politics and our … read more.
As we head into a new regime of government, many people of faith and conscience are asking, ‘Where is God? Do our prayers matter?’ Let’s consider together the biblical tradition of waiting for a God who seems delayed.
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Join us for this joyful and very popular annual welcoming of the new year. It may be the best multi-generational New Year’s party yet! Bid goodbye to the Old Year and “second line” dance your way into the New. In Beloved Community with Dixieland Jazz, … read more.
Join us for a joyful celebration of Kwanzaa coordinated by Deborah Coleman. USG will host this annual service and potluck in collaboration with UUs. Mt. Airy. We’re happy to again welcome The Sistahs Laying Down Hands Collective musical ensemble.
You can watch a recording of the service on YouTube HERE.
Join us in our Sanctuary for a Christmas Eve service to reflect on the miracle of one baby’s birth many years ago. This traditional service will feature preaching from Rev. Hannah and a heavenly host of guest musicians, in addition to our Director of Music … read more.
