Author Archives: Hopedale

Sunday Service, February 2, 2013

February 2-“All You Need is Love:  The Theology of The Beatles.”  On the 50th anniversary of the Beatles entry into American life, we will celebrate their lives, their music and their theology.  Wear your lovebeads, your tie dyed shirts and bring a willingness to sing along! The Rev. Denise Tracy is our service leader.  She … Continued

Sunday Service, January 26th “The Egg”

“The Egg” is a short story by Andy Weir. We’ve all heard the lesson to “treat others as you would like to be treated.” What if all the ‘others’ in the world really were you? Would your behavior change? Join member Genevieve O’Malley Knight in a search for truth and meaning in this story. If … Continued

Sunday Service: January 12th: “We Live in Hope.”

Why do so many of us make New Year’s resolutions, only to see them drop away as the weeks after Jan. 1 unfold. Please bring stories stories to share of resolutions past, resolutions present — and even resolutions future. (RE CLASS DAY)

Sunday Service, January 5, 2014 “Rise and Fall of the Lord of Misrule.”

January 5 marks the eve of Twelft h Night. In Medieval times, this would mean the end of the winter festival, and the end of a time of “misrule,” when social conventions were reversed. Kings became peasants; peasants became kings. Diane Wright will l help us think about more contemporary “topsy turvy”-ness, and consider what … Continued

Special Christmas Eve Service: Tuesday, December 24: 6:30 pm.

“Christmas Eve Celebration.”  Please join us for a traditional celebration of our Christian tradition.  There will be stories, old and new, carols, decorations including the giving tree, goodies to eat and warm fellowship.  This is an intergenerational service intended for members, friends and visitors of all ages. Service leader:  Patty Klingenberg.    

Sunday Service December 22, 2013: “Solstice Celebration.”

Today Diane Wright we will  help us explore the many traditions that recognize this special time of year, this longest night, when we in the northern hemisphere begin to turn back toward the light. Patty Klingenberg is service leader.

Sunday Service, December 15: “I usta think…”

Have you ever believed in something such as a political party or a religious denomination – and changed your mind? Have you ever noticed that politicians sometimes get in trouble when they change positions? Did you once believe that your parents knew everything? Then as you were growing up they knew nothing? Then you come … Continued

Sunday Service, December 8, 2013: The Hindu Path

Of the many paths to and in Unitarian Universalism, Hinduism is seldom discussed. Walk a bit along the way with Sevika Balachandra and service leader, Judi Hetrick.  Our special guest will be Mrs. Lalita Satyal.

Sunday Service December 1: “A Conversation about AA and Al-Anon.”

Two long-term members of these 12-Step Programs, Tom W. and Linda A., will share information, insights and experiences about living with alcoholism. Linda Amspaugh will be the service leader. The Sunday Services Committee will meet after coffee hour. Please join us and bring your feedback for 2013 and your ideas for 2014!