Worship

October Ministry Theme:

Cultivating Compassion

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Sunday, September 28th: Imagining a Congregational Year: Part II. Because one service on kicking off the congregational year could not possibly cover everything, Rev. Josh will continue exploring the themes he introduced in his September 14th service. Special Guest Music Leader: Andy Ricci. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek.

Sunday, October 5, 2025 - Updated - Sunday Service: "How Do You Cultivate Compassion?" Cultivating compassion can take many forms. Whether given or received, for yourself or for others, compassion helps us grow spiritually and enriches our lives. Join us to hear our reflections on cultivating compassion. We also welcome Tret Fure as our special guest speaker and musician to the service. #eBlast-10-01

Sunday, October 12th: Finding My Way Out of the Darkness. This morning, we welcome award-winning author Tony Ferraiolo to our pulpit. In conversation with Rev. Josh, Tony will discuss themes in his recent book, “Finding My Way Out of the Darkness: How I Found Love and Acceptance.” Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek.

Sunday, October 19th: Who knew Love and Hatred Feel So Much Alike? Diving into our October ministry theme, “cultivating compassion,” Rev. Josh examines the ways we regard our fellow humans across the various divisions in society. Even when we disagree vehemently, how do we honor the humanity of the other? This sermon was purchased by Bill Coleman at the 2024 goods and services auction. Coordinator: Rev. Josh Pawelek.

Sunday, October 25th: Ancestor Day. All Congregation Worship! Bring a memento of a deceased loved-one or Ancestor to place on our altar of remembrance. What lesson do you take from their life? Together we will share the ongoing power of our ancestors’ lives in our collective life. Coordinators: Emmy Galbraith, Mary Bopp, Rev. Josh Pawelek.

Sunday, November 2nd: On Gratitude. As the familiar hymn states, “For all that is our life, we give our thanks and praise!” The season of Thanksgiving is upon us. We begin reflecting on our November ministry theme of “gratitude.” We are also joined in worship by Sharon Gunderson, Anhared Stowe and Ryan Ford who will be playing J.S. Bach’s “Double Concerto in D Minor.” Coordinators: Rev. Josh Pawelek and Mary Bopp.