The word “Canada” can mean very different things. This Sunday we will reflect on some common Canadas — and the Canadas we want to cultivate. Le mot « Canada » peut avoir des significations très différentes. Ce dimanche, nous réfléchirons à quelques Canadas communs — et aux Canadas que nous souhaitons cultiver.

We will gather in our downstairs sanctuary space for a participatory service in a circle! Bring a book that you are currently reading, the last book you remember opening, or one you would like to read soon (or, if you wish, the book on a reader device). We will have an opportunity to summarize and … Continue reading "July 6th, 10:30 a.m.: “Summer Reading Exploration” with Amy Panetta"

The first of the Seven UU Principles is recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of every person. How can we disagree with that? But when we’re face-to-face with someone very different from us, be it a difference of race, gender identity, political stance, educational background, or economic situation, it can be a challenge for us … Continue reading "July 13th, 10:30 a.m. “Far from Kansas” with Rev. Jessica Rev. Jessica Moore, First Congregational Church of St. Albans, Vermont"

Join us this Sunday at 10:30 a.m. for a special musical service featuring Les Poly-Sons, a Georgian harmony trio from Sherbrooke. Their rich, meditative vocal tradition offers a powerful expression of connection, beauty, and spirit. All are welcome! Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/share/16rGmygFYn/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Joignez-vous à nous ce dimanche à 10h30 pour un service musical spécial … Continue reading "July 27th, 10:30 a.m. “Les Poly-Sons Trio Polyphonique Sherbrookois”"

What if systemic social change requires not just outer action, but inner transformation? In this reflection on the 8th Principle, Carlye Watson explores the practice of Radical Responsibility - a courageous and empowering inner path that helps us recognize and claim our part in the patterns we wish to change. Through story and a lens … Continue reading "Aug 3rd, 10:30 a.m. “Redefining Responsibility As Empowerment – Redéfinir la Reponsabilité Comme Autonomisation”"

Join us to explore the rich history of jazz in Southern Quebec. Born in New Orleans and nurtured along train routes, jazz took hold in Montréal, Canada's jazz capital. From the jazz clubs of Little Burgundy, touring musicians swept through the Eastern Townships, bringing their high-energy, syncopated rhythms and catchy melodies to our quaint towns. … Continue reading "Aug 10th, 10:30 a.m. UU Estrie & The North Hatley Jazz Fest “From Montréal “Sin City” to the Eastern Townships” – with Amy Panetta, MA, Ethnomusicologist"

The late United States Congressman John Lewis used to urge people to “make good trouble.” When and where has good trouble appeared during hard times in human history? We’ll look at some old myths, and more recent stories of mischief and disruption. Le regretté membre du Congrès américain John Lewis exhortait les gens à « … Continue reading "Aug 17th, 10:30 a.m. Watching for the Mischief-Makers À la recherche des fauteurs de troubles with Reverend Janet Parsons, UU Minister"

Wisdom comes from many places and finds us if we pay enough attention. In these strange and challenging times, this service will explore some lessons learned from our neighbors, the birds. La sagesse vient de partout et nous trouve si nous y prêtons suffisamment attention. En ces temps étranges et difficiles, ce service explorera quelques … Continue reading "Aug 24th, 10:30 a.m. Listening to the Birds, Écouter les oiseaux with Rev. Heather Janules, UU Minister"