In the old days, when we used to gather in person and set up chairs in a circle (remember that?), I would intentionally leave openings…gaps between chairs where people could enter or exit the circle. Invariably, some well-intended helper would insert a chair in the gap, or shuffle all the chairs together, eliminating the opening.…
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A moving personal narrative shot through with lessons from literature, mythology, and the natural world, May’s story offers instruction on the transformative power of rest and retreat. Wintering invites us to change how we relate to our own fallow times. May models an active acceptance of sadness and finds nourishment in deep retreat, joy in the hushed…
In a meditation piece found on the UUA website, Rev. Barbara Merritt reflects on the spiritual tension that exists in the idea of New Year’s resolutions. These annual goals, she says, begin with the premise “that thinking of an ideal self will increase the likelihood that you will be transformed.” The tension lies between the…
Dear ones, It’s Christmas Eve, and I’m making final preparations for our candle-lighting service this evening. As I write, I imagine us gathering in our beautiful sanctuary, with the smell of evergreens and apple cider in the air. I greet you as you fall through the doors…rosy-cheeked, family in tow, dressed for the holidays…with songs…
Leslie Menagh is thrilled to join the UFP and BIS teams as the Joint Administrator. Leslie is a Peterborough resident and entrepreneur, community organizer, workshop facilitator, and interdisciplinary artist. She has worked for many years in arts administrative roles and the cultural sector. Most recently she has been operating a business called Madderhouse Textile Studios…
Hello Beloved UFP Community! As I am sure you have heard, things are changing again in our pandemic world. At this week’s Board meeting, acting on advice from the Safe Gathering Committee, we made an unavoidable decision based on the presence and spread of the Omicron variant. We are suspending in-person indoor services and meetings…
NOTE: As of December 19, 2021, UFP has returned to all virtual gatherings until further notice. Things to keep in mind when planning to attend in person… 1. Covid Safety Acknowledgement Form The Covid Safety Acknowledgment must be signed by all those attending. Once completed, you’ll not need to do it for subsequent services.…
On Saturday November 27th, 2021 at a Special Meeting, Canadian Unitarian Universalists voted to approve adding an 8th Principle to the current seven Principles: “We, the member congregations of the Canadian Unitarian Council, covenant to affirm and promote:” Individual and communal action that accountably dismantles racism and systemic barriers to full inclusion in ourselves and our…
The Safe Gathering Committee has shifted into high gear with only a few weeks left before dual platform services begin and small groups start to wander back into the Unigogue for activities and meetings. We thought it might be useful to highlight, for everyone, the complexities of a space that is used as a place…
It’s been a long time coming. Ready to welcome you when you return to our shared home, our accessibility upgrades are nearly complete. Read about the journey HERE.