We will gather on Diwali, a Hindu festival celebrated around the world, celebrating the triumph of good over evil and centered on kindling lights in the dark… Co-led by WUS members, Drs. Swati and Suman Mukherjee and Rev. Heather, we will explore what this means for us in our own time of lengthening night. Click … Continue reading Diwali: The Festival of Lights
This will be a good introduction to the nuts and bolts involved, as well as the relational and logistical dynamics to consider, for houses of worship to implement ambitious plans successfully. Pre-registration suggested at bit.ly/NetZeroHOW For more details click: Net Zero discussion info To view the Livestream of the meeting, go to: Net Zero Livestream
Once a year we gather to remember all our loved ones who have gone before. This reflective service will honor our friends and family members who have died and will bear witness to the tremendous losses felt the world over through violence. We will sing, pray and reflect together as we remember the named and … Continue reading Poems and Prayers of Remembrance
Unitarian Universalism is a faith that prizes the use of reason, often making it grounded more in the scientific method than miracle stories. But, so close to Halloween, as we conclude a month centered on “heritage,” what are some of the moments when Universalists and Unitarians were involved in creepy, strange and unexplained phenomena? What … Continue reading A Dark and Stormy History of Unitarian Universalism
What does it mean to respond to climate change as a Faithful Steward? How can our Love of this Earth and one another guide our responses in ways that curb the rise in greenhouse gas emissions, restore our ecosystems and bend the arc of the physical and moral universe towards climate resiliency and justice? Click … Continue reading Being Faithful Stewards
All are welcome to Celebrate the Life of Ian Denhardt, who died unexpectedly in July, at a memorial service on Saturday, October 21st, at 2 p.m. in the Sanctuary at the Winchester Unitarian Society, 478 Main St., Winchester, MA 01890. The service, which will also be Livestreamed and recorded will be followed by a reception in Metcalf Hall. To … Continue reading Ian Denhardt Celebration of Life
With the changing of the leaves and a chill in the air, we know that we have transitioned from summer to autumn. But what if human history also had its seasons? William Strauss and Neil Howe propose that history is defined by repeating “saeculum,” following similar patterns, shaped by generations sharing characteristics. Their theory suggests … Continue reading “The Fourth Turning is Here”
It is now a common practice for gatherings to begin with a land acknowledgement, naming the Indigenous peoples who once inhabited and stewarded the land upon which the meeting is happening. We rarely do this at the Winchester Unitarian Society and some wonder if this is a practice we should begin as part of our … Continue reading Land Acknowledgement
A memorial service in celebration of the life of Judith Ann Donaldson will be held in the sanctuary Saturday October 7th, 2023 @ 2:00. All are welcome. To attend virtually, click: https://tinyurl.com/WUSlivestream Order of Service
Everyday is a good day to honor our connection with animals! But many communities celebrate animals in October in honor of Francis of Assisi who made honoring the animals part of his ministry. This service will celebrate the animals of the world and the animals in our lives. This is an All Ages service and … Continue reading Blessing of the Animals
