Services are Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in-person in Channing Hall and on Zoom and YouTube.

October 2026 Worship Calendar

Oct. 4, From Fear to Fullness, Rev. Bill Neely

Nelson Mandela famously said, “May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears.” He knew that hope offered more promise and possibility than fear, and yet we all can allow fear to guide our deliberations and decisions. This leaves life emptier than it might otherwise be. How can we move toward the growing fullness of a less fearful life?

Oct 11, Everybody Knows / Everybody Does, Rainbow Ministry

National Coming Out Day is close to 40 years old at this point, founded in 1988 by a psychologist and an activist. As the psychologist, Robert Eichberg, said: “Most people think they don’t know anyone gay or lesbian, and in fact, everybody does.” He and Jean O’Leary, a longtime lesbian activist, intended this yearly observance as a beacon of positivity in the darkest days of the AIDS epidemic. And after nearly four decades, that beacon is more necessary than ever. Coming out is not a one-time process, but a repeated practice of living safely, honestly and gloriously with each set of our beloved ones. Join Rainbow Ministry in exploring how UU values embrace all facets of this practice, in our congregational life but also in all intersecting circles of our beloved community. 

Oct. 18, Take a Break, Rev. Bill Neely

Rest and relaxation can feel like indulgences, but they’re really ancient religious imperatives. They’re disciplines, commanded of those who wish to lead more generous, faithful, and joyful lives. Why is taking a break so important, especially in today’s world?

Oct. 25, Masks and Mischief, Revs. Jennifer Kelleher and Bill Neely

All ghouls and goblins are welcome at our annual All-Ages Halloween service! We’ll explore sacred masks and holy mischief as we grow in multi-generational spirit together. Be sure to stay after the service for a “Trunk or Treat” in our parking lot and a delicious Taco Party! Bring your friends, too!

Nov. 1, Always Pushing Button, Rev. Bill Neely

Freedom and democracy are elemental values in our faith; ones that we practice not only religiously, but civically. Hotly-contested elections put this convergence on vivid display, as we faithfully vote, and vote faithfully. Whether our preferred candidates win or lose in an election, how does our faithful participation in democracy serve the common good? This service will also include our annual “Notes to the Dead” ritual led by our Evergreen Chapter of the Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans.