by Rev. Aaron Payson In 1858, 97 years before Rosa Parks would not give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, Unitarian author and poet, Frances Ellen Watkins Harper did the same on a Philadelphia horse-drawn streetcar. Her actions, and the later humorous retelling of the story, in The Liberator, helped many realize … Continue reading Resilience and The Courage to Stay Seated
by Rev. Aaron Payson Last Friday, I had the privilege and honor to gather with over 200 clergy from across the Commonwealth for a “Prayer Conference” at St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral and the State House in Boston. Clergy gathered to pray and to implore Gov. Healey to take bold, public administrative action to protect the … Continue reading Words For The Moment
by Laura K Secor In many of her dharma talks available through the publisher Sounds True, Pema Chodron teaches us the way of the Bodhisattva by exploring a text of the same name. The Bodhicharyavatara, the Way of the Bodhisattva, was written in the 800s by a Buddhist monk named Shantideva. Pema writes in her book “No … Continue reading The Way of the Bodhisattva
by Ana Gregory & Robin Mitzcavitch, Auction Team Come one! Come all! We need your help with the 2026 UUCW Incredible Auction! This is the fifth online auction for UUCW! We are excited to offer services, experiences,and gift cards (our best sellers) once again. The auction runs February 28 – March 7,2026 with the final … Continue reading It’s Auction Action Time!
by Rev. Aaron Payson ADVICE TO MYSELF #2: RESISTANCEby Louise Erdrich Resist the thought that you may need a savior,or another special being to walk beside you.Resist the thought that you are alone.Resist turning your back on the knifeof the world’s sorrow,resist turning that knife upon yourself.Resist your disappearanceinto sentimental monikers,into the violent pattern of … Continue reading On Practicing Resistance
by Laura K Secor Happy Winter Solstice, my UUCW friends! This December, I will start with a quote from the Jungian analyst James Hollis, from his book “Living an Examined Life: Wisdom For the Second Half of the Journey.” “In the Western world, we humans are defined as behaviors, thought constructs and biological processes. but … Continue reading A Sharply Worded Silence
by Robin Mitzcavitch, Director of Religious Exploration Hope : to cherish a desire with anticipation : to want something to happen or be true. There are times when things feel bleak, and the proverbial “light” at the end of the tunnel just isn’t showing up. I have had to face situations which feel hopeless. We … Continue reading Crafting Hope
Rev. Aaron Payson The Holiday Season is upon us and we are planning a wonderful series of opportunities for worship, fellowship, seasonal celebrations, and social events! We hope you will join us!! Sunday, December 7 , 10:00 am in Person and Online – Don’t Just Do Something, Sit There! – The Buddhist teacher, Ajahn Jotipālo writes: … Continue reading Tidings of Comfort and Joy 2025
Dear Friends, I hope this message finds you well and surrounded by peace. I am writing with exciting news — and a heartfelt invitation. Our church is hosting a Gala Evening to raise funds for the care and preservation of our beloved church home — the place that welcomes us week after week for worship, … Continue reading A Special Evening to Celebrate and Support Our Church Home – December 13, 6 – 10 PM
by David Schowalter & Moira Rouse, Stewardship Team As we gather around Thanksgiving tables this week, many of us will pause to take stock of what we’re grateful for: family, community, and the spiritual home we find here at UUCW. As our esteemed minister reminded us in Sunday’s sermon, this season we may open ourselves … Continue reading Stewardship Update: Giving Thanks, Keeping Balance
