Speaker: Reverend Theresa Novak

On Ministry

This service will be Rev. Theresa’s last.  She is leaving UUP due to health concerns.  During this service, she will share some of her thoughts about professional ministry and the ministry of members of the congregation.  Who are our prophets, priests, pastors, stewards, and shepherds? … read more.

The Welcome Table

Unitarian Universalist congregations offer sanctuary to many people who might not feel welcome in other religious communities.   How can we create a safe and welcoming space for those who need healing and acceptance?  We will also recognize Transgender Day of Remembrance (11/20) by a ritual … read more.

Unpacking the Bible

In this service, we will look at some of the Unitarian Universalist understandings about the Bible.  Biblical scholarship has discovered much about its creation and meaning.   We will also read some from the Gospel of Mary and explore why it and other Gnostic texts were not … read more.

Our Theological House Part 3 – How We Worship

This will be part 3 of a series of sermons based partly upon Rebecca Parker and John Buehrens’ “A House of Hope, The Promise of Progressive Religion for the Twenty-first Century.”  Using categories from systemic theology, we will look at some of the theologies of Unitarian Universalism and how they … read more.

Our Theological House Part 2 – What Saves Us

This will be part 2 of a series of sermons based partly upon Rebecca Parker and John Buehrens’ “A House of Hope, The Promise of Progressive Religion for the Twenty-first Century.”  Using categories from systemic theology, we will look at some of the theologies of Unitarian Universalism and how they … read more.

Resist, Rejoice, and Renew

The Unitarian Universalist Association’s General Assembly in New Orleans this summer had the theme of Resist and Rejoice.  Attendees were asked to engage deeply in the reality of how white supremacy permeates all aspects of our culture – including our congregational cultures.  The dialogue was … read more.

Flower Communion

The annual flower communion is a ritual celebration of our community coming together in all of our beautiful diversity.  If you can, please bring some flowers to share.  This will be a worship service for all ages.  The annual meeting, where the congregation will vote of … read more.

Building a New Way

Unitarian Universalism is a challenging faith.  We are called to build a better world and a better religious community.  Recent events have taught us that racism impacts even the structures and institutions of our beloved faith.  This service is our way to participate in a national … read more.

Rolling Stones

Easter is not only about the Christian story of the resurrection of Jesus.  We will also explore some of the pagan and Jewish roots of this holiday and reflect on how these stories can inform our lives.  An egg hunt for the children will follow this … read more.