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Wonder is the sensation we have when experiencing what is both beautiful and unexpected. It is an ancient human emotion, but also, argues Susan Beaumont, a leadership and congregational consultant, a crucial antidote to the profound anxiety of the times in which we are living. What is the connection between wonder and our work in the world?

We celebrate this past year’s achievements, children, and teachers and we affirm our commitment to our children’s spiritual development. The service will be followed by A Carnival with a Bouncy House, Slip n Slide, Bean Bag Toss, Raffle, Barbecue & Potluck Picnic.

Radical hospitality is described as going beyond politeness – it’s greeting the stranger with “revolutionary generosity.”  Can neighbors with widely different religious beliefs work together for their community’s common good?   Connie Simon reminds us that we are stronger together and previews her upcoming Interfaith Connection and Action project.

We tend to react to and remember negative events.  Our ancestors needed to know what could possibly harm them so we may have an evolutionary bias toward remembering negativity.  Can we be more balanced and whole by paying more attention to the positive in our lives? Rev. Andrew serves the UU Fellowship of Newark, DE.

Emily Joy has found a way to share UUism in a concise, joyful and memorable package with her original song cycle. She will be joined by the USG band and choir presenting songs inspired by each of our 7 UU Principles.  Clap your hands, tap your feet and be a part of this joyful noise!

Humans are fragile creatures –alternately weak and strong, brave and frightened, carrying our hopes and dreams, burdens, fears and insecurities as we navigate through life.  Sometimes our fragility tears us apart individually and as community.  It can also bring us closer.   How do we come together in wholeness?

USG is joining with approximately 600 UU congregations from all 50 states and six countries in the “White Supremacy Teach-In” – a look at those unconscious institutional assumptions and practices that tend to benefit white people and exclude people of color.  This service promises to be educational and transformative.

The fourth UU principle encouraging a free and responsible search for truth and meaning guides the Coming of Age class as they spend the year thinking and talking about what is true for them and what they believe is most important as they become young adults. Come hear what they have to say.

Beltaine celebrates the coming of summer and the brightest days of the year. It is a time of cleansing, opening the windows and doors to the warmth of the sun, and celebrating the earth’s fertility. Following the service, we will honor the ancient tradition of dancing around the Maypole, something all ages can enjoy.

How do Unitarian Universalists observe Easter in a way that acknowledges and honors our Judeo-Christian heritage while still recognizing the rich theological diversity that makes our faith tradition so unique? Please join us as we give new thought to the Easter celebration. Bring a flower-per-person to participate in the flowering of the chalice.