Recent studies have largely confirmed that animals of many varieties think and feel in ways more complex than we have traditionally believed. How does this recognition change our attitudes, our sense of morality and responsibility to the other species with which we share the planet? Patty Klingenberg will lead us through the ways Unitarian Universalist … Continued
Do you have to stick with the one into which you were born? Can you choose your own family? Do you need to be married to be a member of a family as an adult? Do you need children? What happens to families after divorce? Jennifer Blue will lead us as we consider these questions. … Continued
This past summer’s General Assembly of the Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations was held in Providence, Rhode Island, and Hopedale’s delegate, Genevieve O’Malley Knight, attended, participated, and voted from right here in Hopedale’s sanctuary. Come learn more about the growing off-site delegate opportunities, experience some of the connections with our larger religious movement, and find … Continued
Our speaker will be Diane Wright. She will present a Unitarian Reflection on Margaret Sanger’s Birthday. Service Leader: Linda Amspaugh.
This is our traditional welcoming service for the inauguration of the new church year. Don’t forget to bring rocks and water (though symbolic water will be provided) and stories to share from you summer adventures. We look forward to having everyone back. Service Leader: Patty Klingenberg. Intergenerational service.
It’s the feast day of St. Nonnatus. Hear the story of the events of his life, which have led to some traditions of placing locks on the altar. This symbolizes the importance of the secrecy of confession. Diane Wright will help us consider the power—and peril—of secrets.
Today is the birthday of Jorge Luis Borges. In his stories he experiments with the concepts of time, and infinity, and labyrinths. Because of the themes of his work, critics use the term “The Borgesian Conundrum” to describe the question of whether “the author writes the story, or stories write the author.” Diane Wright will … Continued
What would it mean if Hopedale were a community that is truly welcoming to all? Ann Fuehrer will explore a number of recent Board and Community initiatives, reflecting on whether and how they are indicative of our stance as a radically inclusive welcoming congregation. Join us for our third Sunday potluck. Please bring a dish … Continued
Holly Wilson, a staff member at Butler County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services (as well as a founding member of this community), will share some of her knowledge about addiction and its impact on individuals and families. This is a follow-up to our service on Al-Anon and AA last spring. After that presentation, there were … Continued
When Alix Klingenberg was here in May to talk about listening as a spiritual practice we did not include a congregational reaction as part of the service, but it seems there was more to say about our individual blocks to good listening. During this service we will recap some of her ideas and explore them … Continued
