Author: Aaron Payson

Joys & Sorrows for December 3, 2024

We were saddened to learn of the death of Helen Jones (mother of Rachel Peckar) last month.  Helen was a member of the Stow Acton UU Church.  Services are being planned for later this Spring.  Condolences can be shared with Rachel and her family at .  

UUCW Holiday Emergency Fund Drive 2024

In 2024 UUCW spent over $2500.00 to assist families in need in our congregation and community. This money helped pay for homelessness outreach, food, medicine, temporary shelter, utilities, holiday gifts, and transportation. Funds were collected from members and friends of the congregation as well as other communities who partnered with us to provide this outreach. … Continue reading UUCW Holiday Emergency Fund Drive 2024

Adult Faith Development – Greendale Ecumenical Group – Fall 2024 Forum – Archaeology of the Bible (continued)

GREENDALE ECUMENICAL GROUP – ADULT FORUM SERIES – Tuesdays @ 7 PM ONLINE Beginning October 1, 2024. We continue our ongoing study of Archeology and the Bible. This part of the series takes us from Persian captivity through the early ministry of Jesus of Nazareth. CLICK HERE to join the conversation on Tuesdays @ 7 … Continue reading Adult Faith Development – Greendale Ecumenical Group – Fall 2024 Forum – Archaeology of the Bible (continued)

UUCW Bell Choir – Mondays, 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Our new Bell Choir has formed. Kathleen Nagy leads this newest musical ministry. Come practice weekly on Mondays at 6:30 pm in the church sanctuary. If you would like to join us, please contact Matthew Johnsen ().

Calling All Fiber Folk!

If you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, hand sew, etc. we invite you to join the Fiber Arts Group.  We meet every Wednesday evening, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in Fellowship Hall.  So bring the fibers that make you happy and come join us.  For more information, contact:  Dianne Mann at djmann at charter dot net.

Worcester Area Mission Society – Resource Collection for Southbridge Fire Victims

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 Dear Friends of WAMS,In the middle of a huge distribution of coats and diapers at WAMS this morning, we learned of a terrible fire that destroyed two big triple-deckers in Southbridge. Eleven families (30 people) escaped with whatever they were wearing at 3:00 AM. It was 25 degrees outside. WAMS is … Continue reading Worcester Area Mission Society – Resource Collection for Southbridge Fire Victims

The Work of Citizenship

The Work of Citizenship by A.R. Payson  (in the style of Howard Thurman’s “The Work of Christmas”) When the last campaign ad has aired;When polling stations are closed and the count has been certified;When pundits and politicians have turned in for the nightAnd pollsters and political operatives are turning their thoughts to the next big … Continue reading The Work of Citizenship

GOTV! The November 5th Election is Days Away. HAVE YOU VOTED?!

The November 5th election is days away….HAVE YOU ALREADY VOTED?  IF NOT, READ ON: The late Congressman John Lewis said “The vote is the most powerful non-violent tool we have.”  Are you ready to protect our democracy? Have you reviewed the referendum questions?  Do you know the candidates for your state legislators? If you haven’t … Continue reading GOTV! The November 5th Election is Days Away. HAVE YOU VOTED?!