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Recent Supreme Court decisions have changed foundational precedents. More significant decisions are expected to come. At this summer conversation with Rev. Sue Browning, together we'll reflect on the ways our UU values guide us in challenging times, and in particular consider, "What questions are we now asking (and why)?"

So we can begin the discussion promptly at 10 am,

please arrive by no later than 9:50 am.

Sunday, July 31 — Joint Worship Service with UUFE,

"Reinterpreting and Rethinking: Rituals and Rosaries"

Cassandra “Cassie” Montenegro is a third year Master of Divinity student at Harvard Divinity School and is a Resident Tutor at Harvard College. She is a member of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami and is active in the First Parish in Cambridge People of Color Caucus. Cassie is a recipient of the Marjorie Bowens-Wheatley Scholarship by the Unitarian Universalist Women’s Federation and is a Harvard Divinity School Billings Preaching Prize Finalist. You can find more of Cassie’s writing in two Skinner House publications, Shelter in this Place, and the upcoming Multi-Religious Voices in Unitarian Universalism. Cassie enjoys spending time reading poetry on her hammock, walking her dog Foxy, or baking her abuela’s flan.

Sunday, August 7 — Summer Discussion, In Person ONLY

Have you thought about it? If you dismissed this option quickly, what were your concerns? If you've given it deep thought, what about this life choice draws you to it?

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July begins our 2022-2023 administrative year at UUCR, and summer marks both a time of rest and renewal, and a time of planning for our return to fuller church activities in September.

I want to thank retiring board member John Ramsey for his ideas, energy, and support over the past few years. I especially want to thank Nancy Holland for her vision and leadership as board president last year. We are fortunate to have Jane Hardy, Terry Goldzier, Jackie Mathwich, and Catherine Brooks remain on the board providing continuity as we welcome newcomers M.Q. Riding and Les Palmer.

I am also pleased and grateful to have Rev. Sue working with us again this year and helping UUCR live into our mission, enriching our Sunday services, and guiding us as we meet new challenges.

Over the past year we have remained a strong yet flexible congregation, learning and adapting and being open to new ideas. We welcomed new members and strengthened connections to each other, to UUCR, and to our UU faith. Our programs and activities supported the congregation, and our community, in both old and new ways.

As we move forward this year, I am excited about our future, of “expanding the circle” and deepening our sense of purpose and belonging.

The SCSJ Committee is launching a collection of personal supplies and limited food items for the Kent County Food Pantry. Most in need are personal care and cleaning items, as well as a few special requests for food items. Some of the items requested include soaps, toothbrushes, shampoos, toilet paper, disinfectants, and deodorant. Food items include coffee, olive oil, and vinegar. Please check the UUCR lobby bulletin board for a complete list of needed items. Donated items can be deposited in the bin located in the UUCR lobby. Thanks so much for your consideration!

Gayle Folger, Nancy Holland, and Vida Morley

-3 - David Biehler

-3 - Mary Ford

16 - Gayle Folger

17 - Annie Lavin

26 - Nancy Hart

28 - Waverly Ford

We want to help celebrate your birthday! If we didn't include your birthday, please contact the UUCR office by email (click here).