Author: Jennifer Landry

Courage in Context

by Rev. Aaron R. Payson TRIGGER WARNING: This piece deals with sexual violence. “We talk about how many women were raped last year, not about how many men raped women. We talk about how many girls in a school district were harassed last year, not about how many boys harassed girls. We talk about how … Continue reading Courage in Context

Joys & Sorrows for October 6, 2026 – Linda Antoun Miller, 1941 – 2026

Linda Antoun Miller died on September 30 at the age of eighty-five years. She was educated in the Shrewsbury High School, Bates College (1963), and the Harvard Graduate School of Education (Master of Arts in Teaching, 1964). Linda taught middle school English and writing, beginning with her practice teaching in Arlington, MA, and then briefly … Continue reading Joys & Sorrows for October 6, 2026 – Linda Antoun Miller, 1941 – 2026

Religious Exploration Program News for October 11, 2026

On Sunday October 11th 10am, all classes grades 1 and up will meet together in Fellowship Hall to honor Indigenous Peoples’ Sunday here at UUCW. Spirit Play (pre-k and k) will meet in their own classroom. Robin will lead an activity called “Don’t Make Me Over”, discovering the indigenous collage artist Jeffrey Gibson.  Children will … Continue reading Religious Exploration Program News for October 11, 2026

Faith In Action – Get Out The Vote News – The Election is coming and Democracy is on the line! – Updated Events

The Midterm election is now less than a month away so if ever there was a time for us to put our faith into action it is NOW.  Please join us for these upcoming events: Tuesday, October 6th Make calls to Worcester voters.  Join with Worcester Interfaith to call under-represented voters in Worcester to help … Continue reading Faith In Action – Get Out The Vote News – The Election is coming and Democracy is on the line! – Updated Events

Lunch With the Minister, Wednesday October 7, 2026, @ Noon in Fellowship Hall

Our fall season “Lunch with the Minister” begins October 6th at noon.  This is a wonderful hour to relax with members and friends and converse with  Aaron  on topics of interest. Bring your sandwich. Beverages will be provided. Text Nancy at 774-239-3729 if you’d like to make and share an apple crisp with the group. … Continue reading Lunch With the Minister, Wednesday October 7, 2026, @ Noon in Fellowship Hall

Faith In Action – Side With Love/Get Out The Vote News – Help Support Democracy!

We need YOU to support democracy! Can you help show Worcester that democracy is important to UUCW? Can you help boost Worcester’s voter turnout?  Join others from UUCW to reach out to Worcester voters to encourage them to vote in the upcoming election. Worcester Interfaith is leading a voter engagement campaign across Worcester through phone … Continue reading Faith In Action – Side With Love/Get Out The Vote News – Help Support Democracy!

Calling All Fiber Folk!

Fiber Arts Group is open to knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, quilters and more. Any type of crafting with fibers! Starting September 16th and continuing on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the church. Contact Kim Napoleone or Angela St. Laurent with questions. 

Women’s Social Circle – September 2026 Through June 2027

The UUCW Women’s Social Circle meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. We meet from 9 to 10:30 but you do not have to join for the full time. Pop in, say hi, join us for lively free flowing conversation. Email womenssocialcircle@uucworcester.org if you have questions.