9/6/2026: Water Communion: Fostering Flow by Rev. Carol Bodeau

At our annual water communion, we reflect on how coming together as a community—like waters merging from small rivers and streams into larger flows—can bring strength, connection, and a greater sense of purpose and belonging.  As we reflect this whole year on what cultivates our resilience in the face of challenges, our ingathering service helps us reconnect with the things that keep us each ‘in the flow’ of life, regardless of what’s happening around us.

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Potluck after service today. 

Mystical Moments discussion starts at 1pm.

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9/13/2026: Mabon Celebration by Rev. Carol Bodeau

In earth-based cultures around the world, the autumn equinox is an important time of year.  Falling halfway between the summer and winter solstices, this time of balance—when the length of daylight and darkness are equal—is a great time to consider how we can cultivate balance in our lives and in our communities. Learn about ways you can celebrate the equinox (a week after our service) and how it can actually support your health throughout the year. 

 

Compassionate Communication from 12:30-2 today.

** PLEASE NOTE:  this is the last 2nd Sunday for Compassionate Communication. Starting in October, this group will meet only on the 4th Sunday of each month. 

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9/20/2026: Sunday Morning Live! by Westside’s Own “Not Ready Anytime Players”

Author Kurt Vonnegut, who was in fact a Unitarian, wrote, "Laughter and tears are both responses to frustration and exhaustion. I myself prefer to laugh since there is less cleaning up to do afterward." For this service we will take a brief reprieve from the frustration and anxiety that shapes our lives these days to enjoy a few laughs together. We invite you to join us as we poke gentle fun at the craziness of this world and at ourselves.

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Spirit Quest at Elkmont is from Friday, 9/18-Sunday, 9/20. 

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9/27/2026: Animal Blessing by Rev. Carol Bodeau

St. Francis of Assisi was renowned for his ability to connect with all creatures, feathered, furred, and finned.  And many of us have close, deep bonds with our beloved animal companions. This week, we gather outside (weather permitting) to celebrate and bless our pets the way they bless us.  Please feel free to bring your dog, cat, bird, reptile, or other creature appropriately managed (e.g. leashes, cages, etc.) for this special gathering.  (Note: we are holding our animal blessing one week before the traditional Feast of St. Francis, so that families bringing pets will still be able to attend the monthly potluck on October 4th.)

 

Compassionate Communication at 12:30-2 today.

** Earth Church is cancelled this week, due to our Spirit Quest retreat from 9/18-9/20.