Dianne Mann, Soprano, soloed the song “When I Lift My Voice,” the Introit on September 14, 2025. At rear, from left, are choir members Cheryl Leshay, Dave Schowalter and Cathy McDonagh.
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The choir members backing soloist Dianne Mann spontaneously put their arms around each other and swayed during the song. From left, they are John Brooks, Angela St. Laurent, Cheryl Leshay and Dave Schowalter.
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Evan Wilson passes one of the Offertory plates on September 14, 2025.
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From left, Vickie Cox-Lanyon, Ruth Silver, Jodi Rymer and Leo DaSilva work on a front plot at the church on September 14, 2025.
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Five members of the UUCW Men’s Group attended the September 3, 2025 Worcester Red Sox game at Polar Park. They are, from left, Andrew Wilkin, Josh Belden, Trevor Maloof, Ken Basye and Brian Russo. FUN FACT: Andrew got hit by a foul ball in the 5th inning. Josh retrieved it from under the seats. They were on screen! The announcers were surprised about how sedate they were!Continue reading →
The Rev. Aaron Payson led the opening service of the 2025-26 church year, despite having had hip replacement surgery on August 21, 2025. In the photo at left, he opened the service by asking the congregation “So how was YOUR summer?” The question drew laughs, as all knew that he was referencing the two successful surgeries (hip and abdominal) he’d undergone during that period. At right, Rev. Payson displayed his pain-free mobility by walking around during the service.
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The 2025-26 church year opened on September 7, 2025 with our Ingathering/Water Ceremony service. Clockwise, from upper left, Eve Stutsman-Hubbell and 5-year old Desi, Claire Breyton, Andrea Cruz and Nancy Hancock.
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Deborah-Ruth Mockrin delivers the Welcome during the service on September 7, 2025. Deborah-Ruth introduced the launch of the “UUCW Love in Action Announcements List,” an email vehicle for disseminating information about anything in the Worcester area that is a form of love in action. This includes local vigils, demonstrations, City Council meetings, School Committee meetings, petitions, legislative bills and such.To join, send an email to stating that you’d like to be added and briefly describe how you are connected to UUCW (i.e. member or friend).
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Rachel and Brian Keyo presented the Summer Service “A Doggie Playdate” on August 17, 2025 at Beaver Brook Dog Park. Dogs, from left, Booker Cox-Lanyon, Wella Russo, teeny tiny Lego dog Scooter Linn-Belden, Millie Hernandez and Auggie Keyo. Humans, from left, Vickie Cox-Lanyon, Ann Russo, Brian Russo, Mara Pentlarge, Sheri Linn, Josh Belden, Michele Hernandez, Rachel Keyo, Brian Keyo.
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From left, Vickie Cox-Lanyon, Moira Rouse and 13-year old Eisley were part of a crew that moved a pew from the back of the Sanctuary to the choir loft during the All-Church Clean on August 23, 2025.
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Those gathered sing “Let There Be Peace On Earth” during the September 3, 2025 Peace Vigil. From left, they are Susan Crossley, Mimi Allen, Gabrielle Navarro, Mara Pentlarge and Beth Posner-Waldron. The weekly vigil now takes place at the Peace Pole.Continue reading →
The final 2025 Summer Service was held on August 31st, titled “How Does Justice Sing” led by Music Director Matt Johnsen and Christon Carney.
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These two men are the co-founders and co-directors of the Worcester Peace Choir. At top is Christon Carney; at bottom is Matt Johnsen. They led today’s service.
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Sandy Kiefer played the cello for the service. Sandy is Music Director Matt Johnsen’s sister-in-law.
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Moira Rouse sang the solo part on “Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Around.” Behind her is cellist Sandy Kiefer.
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Long time beloved church members, now relocated, Mary and Bruce Plummer came into town for the service. They are joining in the singing of “Sleep My Child.”Continue reading →
Long time church member June Davenport and her family joined the Wednesday Peace Vigil on July 16, 2025 at church. Clockwise from upper left, June’s grandson Kai, her son-in-law Kevin, Mara Pentlarge, June’s daughter Tina Payne, Susan Crossley and June.
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Like father, like son……. Brian Keyo, right, and his son Justin bring food into Fellowship Hall for the Food Pantry on July 18, 2025.
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UUCW’s retired Community Minister, the Rev. Cheryl Leshay, was recognized for her service during the Service of the Living Tradition at General Assembly on June 19, 2025. From left, the Rev. Erica Richmond and the Rev. Cheryl Leshay. Rev. Richmond received Final Fellowship at this GA. She was Student Leader of the Clark University UUs when Rev. Leshay helped them start the UU Campus Ministry. Both women marched in the Service of the Living Tradition.
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Mara Pentlarge led the Summer Service on July 13, 2025 on “Cogitating Climate Change”. She is shown here playing her flute in the foyer as people enter the church.
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Clockwise from lower left, Cristina Heffernan, Michele Hernandez and Cathy McDonagh take part in the church’s Paint-A-Thon on June 27, 2025.
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Garden-On weeded on June 22, 2025. Coming by to join them were 2-year old Gabrielle, Andrea Cruz, and 4-year old Victor. Both boys tried their hands at weeding!Continue reading →
Dawn Doud and I (Betty Jenewin) volunteered in the same area at the Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry on June 21, 2025 and it was our great good fortune to have these three teenagers helping us. THANK YOU to volunteer helpers extraordinaire, from left, Naziah, AJ and Evelyn!!!!! You three were awesome! Food Pantry served 78 households that day – more than 300 individuals.
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On June 22, 2025, there was an Extreme Heat Warning. Garden-On beat the heat by getting out in the gardens early to battle the weeds. Making good headway are, top, Nancy Baffa, and, bottom, Ruth Silver. Continue reading →
Left photo: Maya Desai and her mom Pat Desai at the June 14, 2025 Worcester Indivisible NO KINGS rally at City Hall. Right photo: Back row, from left, Mike Greenhalgh, Eve Stutsman-Hubbell, Sheri Linn and Josh Belden. Front row, 4-year old Desi.
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Same rally, left photo: From left, Cori Henry, Emily Konstan, Nancy Baffa, Kris Billiar and Neway. Right photo: Dave Maciewski
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Same rally, left photo: From left, Jan Cutman and Claire Breyton. Right photo: From left, Andy Hegedus and Sue Hegedus
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Two UUCWers spotted at the Indivisible Worcester NO KINGS standout on the Belmont Street overpass on June 14, 2025. Drizzly weather but the fire of commitment. Top photo: Carole Howe Bottom photo: Chaplain Kye Flannery
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Shah Salmi sings the Offertory hymn “You’ve Got To Be Carefully Taught” from South Pacific by Rodgers & Hammerstein, during the service on June 15, 2025.Continue reading →
During the service on June 8, 2025, Board President Melissa McKeon announced the creation of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Worcester Legacy Fund, to be established with seed money from Minister Emeritus the Rev. David Miller and his wife Linda Miller. Rev. Miller, pictured here, spoke on behalf of himself and his wife Linda, about the church and the new Legacy Fund.
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Yard Sale set-up: On June 5, 2025, Dick Kisten holds up a wreath so Janet Stone can photograph it. Generous donor Debbie Merrill looked on as she passed, making one of her many trips inside with donations.
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Nancy Hancock and Dianne Mann worked one of the classrooms on Yard Sale day.
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Our Garden-On Team had a very successful Native Plant sale on Yard Sale day, despite drizzly weather. Garden on!
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The Annual Meeting was held after service on June 8, 2025. In the top photo, attendees listen to the Minister’s Report. In the bottom photo, Board members recite the Litany of Installation.
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Guest Musician for the service on June 8, 2025 was Henry Bolduc, who will be a junior this fall at UMass Amherst, studying Jazz Piano. Henry is a member of First Unitarian and has played piano there. He is shown here playing the Offertory Hymn, “Imagine” by John Lennon. Henry wowed the crowd!!!Continue reading →
The Religious Exploration program graduated four young people this year. Two were able to attend the RE Service on June 1, 2025. Here, Director of Religious Exploration Robin Mitzcavitch applauds Davin, left, and Justin, center.
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Director of Religious Exploration, Robin Mitzcavitch, at pulpit, recognizes all who had a hand in the RE program this church year.
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Ana Gregory, at pulpit, turns as she recognizes Director of Religious Exploration Robin Mitzcavitch, second from left. Others are Karen Stephenson, left, and Kate Sweetser, third from left.
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June 1, 2025 was Religious Exploration Sunday, with the theme “The Freedom To Be You.” During the showing of the “Song for Seniors” Video (Freedom by Jon Batiste) balloons were lofted and batted around by all.
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Personning the grills for the Church Picnic on June 1, 2025, were, from left, Josh Belden, Meredith Neuman and Brian Russo.
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They all got the memo! From left, Michele Hernandez, Moira Rouse, Rachel Keyo and Leslie Linson all coincidentally wore a similar shade top to church on June 1, 2025.Continue reading →
Flower Communion Sunday was May 25, 2025. At left, Angela St. Laurent selects a flower from usher Leslie Linson. At right, usher Drew Wilkin hands a flower to Peg Daley.
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What people wore to church on May 25, 2025. There was a doctor in the house today! Simon in his doctor outfit; Tommy Blanchard in the background.
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What people wore to church on May 25, 2025. Michele Hernandez wore a t-shirt that was gifted to her by her mother.
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The choir sings the Choral Introit “We Are Rising Up.” This – May 25, 2025 – was the final choir week of this church year.Continue reading →
The Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry served 80 families on May 17, 2025. Go team!!! Front row, from left, Melissa McKeon, Susan Crossley and Marilyn Martin. Back row: Denise Darrigrand. Photo Bomb, but not really: Emily Konstan.
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Meredith Neuman brings in an empty cart from the parking lot during Food Pantry morning.Continue reading →
