Food Pantry volunteer Linda Morse carries tomatoes from the Worcester Regional Food Hub truck on the morning of March 18, 2022 as Worcester Food Hub Sales and Operations Manager Sarah Bonner climbs down from the truck. Fruits and vegetables are delivered to the church the day before Food Pantry distribution. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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The Bell Choir made its’ debut on March 20, 2022 under the direction of Rachel Wagner, with the Choral Introit “Dona Nobis.” (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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David Bonneau, Baritone, sings the Musical Mediation “Flying Free” during the service on March 20, 2022. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to a Religious Education class visit to the Heifer Project in Rutland in 2007. From left are Ryan, Katie (with back to camera), Susan Chase, Julie and Alison. (photo by Pete Lanyon)
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to the Yard Sale on June 11, 2016 when Jane Ohman and Beth Posner-Waldron posed in front of the plant table. (photo by Betty Jenewin)Continue reading →
Rachel Keyo delivers an 8th Principle Moment during the service on March 13, 2022. These are congregants’ experiences of racism or unconscious bias from the receiving or giving perspective, with the intention of raising awareness of systemic racism. Rachel read Tom Pierce’s story. (all photos by Betty Jenewin)
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The Rev. Aaron Payson explains the “The Wall of Memory and Hope” he put up in the sanctuary on March 13, 2022. Anyone who comes into the church is invited to post something about their experiences during the pandemic.
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Nicole M. Bell, founder and CEO of Living in Freedom Together (LIFT), spoke on behalf of her organization for the 50/50 collection during the service on March 13, 2022. LIFT is a nonprofit organization in Worcester committed to ending the sex trade.
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Choir members, from left, Kim McCoy, Dave Bonneau, Moira Rouse, Rev. Cheryl Leshay, Sammi, Vicki Cox-Lanyon and Ken Basye sing the Choral Introit, “Sacred Circle” during the March 13, 2022 service.
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to Sept. 30, 2012 when, from left, Susan Crossley’s sisters Matie and Kathe participated in Soup Sunday with Morgaine, Kristen Payson and Charlie dishing up the goods.
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to Gourmet Dinner on March 28, 2015 when Andy Hegedus ebulliently posed for the camera.Continue reading →
Community! Members of the Choir and the Garden-On Team take to the chancel to join with the Rev. Aaron Payson and the Stewardship Team to sing “The Garden Song Revisited” during the “Planting for the Future” service on March 6, 2022. “Pledge by pledge, call by call, Soon we’ll hear from you all….” (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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Pianist Deb Bonneau plays “The Ukrainian National Anthem” for the Offertory during the service on March 6, 2022. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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Attendees pose for a group photo before having Lunch With The Minister on March 2, 2022. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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Author and educator Wendy O’Leary, left, signs a copy of her latest book, “The Monster Parade” for Jessie Trowbridge after the service on March
6, 2022. Wendy also had copies of her first book, “Breathing Makes It Better.” (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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Good news! A new energy-efficient furnace has been installed and the sanctuary is now warm! Because of this, in person services resumed on March 6, 2022. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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UUCW folks attended the raising of the Ukrainian Flag and Prayer Vigil in front of Worcester City Hall on March 1, 2022. They are, front row from left, Beth Posner-Waldron and Susan Crossley. Back row from left are Vickie Cox-Lanyon, Robin Mitzcavitch, Fidelma, the Rev. Cheryl Leshay and Evan Wilson. (photo by Rev. Aaron Payson)
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to the fall of 2002 when children in the Religious Education program posed with a replica of the
Ark of the Covenant. They are, from left, Drew, Jim, Alison, Audrey, Susan and Ryan. (photo by Pete Lanyon)
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This undated photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to a church dance with, from left, Wendy Peskin, Liz Rotti, Mary Bastian and Ellen Laverdure. (photo by Judy Savage)Continue reading →
Wendy O’Leary, educator and author of “The Monster Parade,” leads a Zoom session on Feb. 27, 2022 to discuss tools to help children with their big feelings.
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to the fall of 2009 when the Youth Group painted the house of neighbor Holly Shreck as part of their service to the larger community. (photo by Pete Lanyon)
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This undated photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to the Chow Line at Ferry Beach. From left are Jane Dutton, Tom and Rita Pierce and Michael and Linda Holbrook. (photo by Judy Savage)Continue reading →
It was Food Pantry weekend when, from left, Andy and Cheryl Labrecque took a pause from arranging all of the food that they had just helped pick up at the Worcester County Food Bank on February 18, 2022. They are original volunteers with the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry before it came to us at UUCW. They also help pack the bags on Friday evenings. Their help is invaluable! (photo by Denise Darrigrand)
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This photo, courtesy of Carole Howe, was taken on March 2, 1969, when Carole gave a talk at church on Kentucky. Standing to Carole’s left are Shirley, Walter and Deb Irvine. There are corn shuck dolls arrayed on the table, as well as a dulcimer, fossils, books and rattlesnake rattlers (which are out of the frame). Carole worked for the Frontier Nursing Service in Kentucky.
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This undated photo from the UUCW archives shows Maia, Stan Selkow and Isaac lighting the chalice at the beginning of a service. (photo by Judy Savage).Continue reading →
The UUCW Women’s Social Circle met on the morning of Feb. 12, 2022, over Zoom, and decided to send virtual hugs out to the universe.
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Mara Pentlarge, a member of the 8th Principle Taskforce, presented an 8th Principle moment during the online service on Feb. 13, 2022.
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Wendy O’Leary’s second book has just been published – “The Monster Parade.” UUCW is hosting a Parent Discussion with Wendy on February 27, 2022 at 1 PM. There will be an opportunity to purchase or order a signed copy of Wendy’s book. (photo by Betty Jenewin, who apologizes to Wendy for picking up the window reflection on her beautiful book cover)
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With visions of springtime dancing in their heads, the Garden-On team and a worker bee planted trays with native plant seeds on Feb. 12, 2022. From left, they are Jan Cutman, Carole Howe, Ruth Silver, Melissa McKeon, Linda Morse and Leo DaSilva. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to October 14, 2012 when the Food Pantry hosted Coffee Hour. From left, they are Sue Neaz, Kris Billiar, Cori Henry, Carole Carmichael, Beth Posner-Waldron, Dianne Mann, Mary Plummer, Susan Crossley, Denise Darrigrand and Kathleen Paracer. Bonus points if you can spot Simone in the front row! (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to a church party in 2011, with, clockwise from left, Mary Plummer, unidentified woman, Mara Pentlarge, Sam Ganesan and Matt Johnsen. (photo by Betty Jenewin)Continue reading →
From left, Ruth Silver, Linda Morse, Leo DaSilva and Beth Posner-Waldron separate planting trays on Feb. 6, 2022. They will be planting native seeds in them and then placing them outdoors for winter stratification. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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Worcester’s Youth Poet Laureate Adael Mejia delivers the Reflection during the online service on Feb. 6, 2022. Adael also read his poetry.
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This year the books “Maid” by Stephanie Land and “The Benefits of Being An Octupus” by Ann Braden were selected for our annual All-Church Read service. Claire Breyton, Maryan Ryan, Jenny DelGizzi and Debbie Merrill spoke during “Book Moments” at the service.
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Feb. 5, 2022, marked the 22nd anniversary of this article appearing in the newspaper. Thank you, Rev. Payson, for your ministry to this congregation.
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to this undated photo of Sandy Mayes and Susan at Ferry Beach. (photo by Judy Savage)Continue reading →
Director of Religious Exploration Robin Mitzcavitch presents the Religious Exploration Moment during the online service on January 30, 2022, with companionship from her granddaughter Jaycee.
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Jenny DelGizzi, Claire Breyton, Jan Cutman, Beckley Schowalter and Maya Desai participate in the Zoom All Church Read discussion of the book “Maid” on January 29, 2022.
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to June 8, 2008 and, from left, Kristen, Julia, Rachel Wagner, Lyle, Bill and Paul participating in the service. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to this undated photo of, from left, Brenda Thompson, Nancy Hancock and Sue Hegedus playing frame drums at a church event.
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As a silent Auction prize David Miller taught Claire Breyton, Cristina and Charlie Heffernan, Maya Desai and Sean Divoll along with Vernon and Lois how to create sparks and make a warm fire on a cold day! The workshop was titled “How to Start a Fire Using Sparks (No Matches).” (selfie by Charlie)
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Fidelma, left, and Vickie Cox-Lanyon sort material at the Social Threads gathering on January 23, 2022. Brand-new to sewing and quilting, Fidelma has jumped right in and plans to make a baby quilt as a gift. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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Garden-On Team member Leo DaSilva places native plant seeds in trays during an afternoon work party on January 22, 2022. The trays will then be placed outdoors for a period of cold stratification to overwinter the seeds. (photo by Betty Jenewin)
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to church year 2010-2011 when the play “The Universe and Other Stuff” was performed for the second time by the children and youth in the Religious Education Program. Deb Selkow produced the play, Rachel Wagner directed, and Deb Bonneau was Music Director and Accompanist. (photos by Bart Hill)
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This undated photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to the Child Dedication of Declan. From left are Samantha McDonald, Karen Tobin, the Rev. Aaron Payson, Cathy McDonagh and Declan. (photo by Judy Savage)Continue reading →
Brian Keyo, left, and Evans Waldron stand behind the UHaul truck at the Worcester County Food Bank after it was loaded with 4,090 pounds of food to bring down to the Food Pantry on January 14, 2022. Kudos to Brian, Evans, Beth Posner-Waldron and Denise Darrigrand for the great work! (photo by Denise Darrigrand)
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to 2005 and Claire Breyton, left, and Linda Holbrook at the Women’s Runaway Weekend in Lee, MA.
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This photo from the UUCW archives takes us back to Oct. 28, 2000 and the Rev. Aaron Payson, left, and Stan Selkow at the Harry Potter Quiz Bowl.Continue reading →
