Rev. Peter Connolly preaching Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in this country's armed forces. When we look closely at the symbols for the country for which those sacrifices were made, we find them saturated with religious significance. Today we will take a close look at this connection.
The end of the church school year is coming, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying our groups, some volunteer opportunities, and getting a chance to build your own bear before we wrap up! We have been adding more badges to our bears in RE. We try to ensure that the children are learning about their faith home and look forward to coming back each week to enjoy food, fun and friends. Our nursery is available each week for young children and infants; we provide a Religious Exploration class for children. RE ClassesOur last lessons are about “Comings and
Are you interested in exploring Buddhism and the Buddhist tradition in Unitarian Universalism? Then you should consider joining us for a six-week class exploring that topic, beginning on Sunday, April 14 from 12:30-2 pm. Our text will be Buddhist Voices in Unitarian Universalism, edited by Sam Trumbore and Wayne Arnason. Please see Rev. Connolly to purchase your book; cost is $15/copy. A sign-up sheet is on the table in the Avis Clay Parlor.
Information for the Summer Newsletter may be sent to office@uumiddleboro.org by May 27.
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This is a group for queer adults to gather, find support, share, socialize and build community. 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
Help is available to assist with meals and more during illnesses or other family emergencies. You are always invited to call or visit our minister to discuss any matter of concern to you.
The Chalice Choir is a volunteer group that meets in the Parish Hall on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30. This choir sings every other Sunday from a wide variety of choral anthems, most set in four parts: soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. Membership is open but limited. Please contact Susan Hotchkiss for more information.
Please submit your Order of Service information to office@uumiddleboro.org by 12:00 noon.
A Meditation Group meets every Wednesday in the Parlor from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. See Rev. Peter Connolly.
Civil Rights Activists Who Led the Movement from Behind the Scenes Who Knew? Civil Rights Activists Who Led the Movement from Behind the ScenesJoin us for an enlightening series of webinars that shed light on the unsung heroes of the Civil Rights Movement. These five activists worked tirelessly behind the scenes to advance the cause of racial equality and social justice. Through their dedication and perseverance, they made significant contributions that helped shape the course of history. The series features: May 29, 2024 (Film Screening) and June 5th ConversationDorothy Cotton: An educator and leader in the Southern Christian Leadership Conference
The Team brings news and information to the congregation about social justice events and activities being held in our community, offers training and runs events that are of major interest to church members, and actively supports several local organizations including Bridgewater Committee for Civil Rights (BCCR). The Brockton Chapter of the NAACP, the Matthew Mission Food Pantry, and Sustainable Middleboro. The Social Justice Team meets every other Friday.
We continue scheduling weekly ½ hour vigils on Saturday mornings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on the church lawn. All are invited to join in. Contact Dody Adkins-Perry (adkinsperry@gmail.com) with any questions.
Rev. Peter Connolly preaching As in any profession, in ministry there are ups and downs, successes and failures. Our stories help shape us and may provide lessons for others. Today, Rev. Connolly provides stories. And the lessons? The Chalice Choir will be singing “Love Has Already Won” by UU composer Jason Shelton.
This year we all worked together, even the adolescents, to “Build Bears of Wholeness.” We built teddy bears together and took them out monthly to add badges representing parts of our learning and our values. The badges included “Grow your Dreams,” “Listen to Life,” “Fostering Community” and “Share Your Blessings.” Everyone received bears, everyone received badges and everyone shared ideas and values about what went into being a whole person. The Youth Group met and started a mural that had the elements of "Air, Earth, Water and Fire" as part of the "Sing to the Power" curriculum. We shared songs
With BCCR, in front of the Academy Building (Just south of the Green). Will include student and adult speakers from the LGBTQ+ community and a musical performance. Free. For more info: https://www.bccrcivilrights.org/whats-next.html
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This is a group for queer adults to gather, find support, share, socialize and build community. 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
Help is available to assist with meals and more during illnesses or other family emergencies. You are always invited to call or visit our minister to discuss any matter of concern to you.
The Chalice Choir is a volunteer group that meets in the Parish Hall on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30. This choir sings every other Sunday from a wide variety of choral anthems, most set in four parts: soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. Membership is open but limited. Please contact Susan Hotchkiss for more information.
Please submit your Order of Service information to office@uumiddleboro.org by 12:00 noon.
A Meditation Group meets every Wednesday in the Parlor from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. See Rev. Peter Connolly.
“be;” is a new group founded and led by LBGTQ+ leaders to provide a safe, affirming and open space for the LGBTQ+ and Adults with Differing Abilities to “gather, create, support, heal and come together.” They hold a monthly Parent/Caretaker support group on the first Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 at 71 Central Square, Bridgewater, and various social and creative gatherings featuring activities such as karaoke. https://be-community.org/
At the Duxbury Senior Center, 10 Mayflower St, Duxbury. Co-sponsors include the Bridgewater and Marshfield COAs and Old Colony Elder Services. If you will be playing, sign up for a tee time when you register. To register: https://www.town.duxbury.ma.us/senior-center or 781-934-5774, ext. 5703. A price of $5 was advertised but may since have been covered.
Spring Auction Deadline to submit offerings is Friday, June 7! It is time again for the ever-popular Spring Service Auction! We are again planning a fundraiser centered on goods and services. It’s a chance to pick up some great items, household help, and getaways. Please submit your offerings by email to FUUSMauction@gmail.com or contact the church office at 508-947-1935 by June 7. Be sure to include a detailed description of your offer including quantities, limitations, a picture (if possible) and suggested minimum bid. The auction will kick off on Friday, June 14, at noon and run until Sunday, June 29,
with Natalie Johnson https://zoom.us/j/95622160223 This month's New Moon falls in the sign of Gemini, the Cosmic Twins. Those born under this sign are the natural communicators of the Zodiac. They thrive in the company of others, sharing thoughts, ideas and opinions. Somewhat mercurial, they tend to take flight easily and often, flitting from flower to flower, disseminating their wisdom but never staying too long in any one location… a quick sip of sweetness for themselves, delivery of pollen for the flower, then it is off to the next opportunity. Join us this night as we consider the ways in which Gemini
Join the gardeners on Saturday, June 8, from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. as we tidy-up the memorial garden and Main Street pinecones! Bring your favorite tools: gloves, clippers, rake, etc.
We continue scheduling weekly ½ hour vigils on Saturday mornings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on the church lawn. All are invited to join in. Contact Dody Adkins-Perry (adkinsperry@gmail.com) with any questions.
Come celebrate Pride at Hopewell Park, Taunton! Performers, Kids' area, Elders' area, Food trucks. http://SCLGBTQNETWORK.ORG (508) 264-0584
RE Youth presenting The youth will be hosting the service this morning. We will have a homily and a bridging ceremony for Conor Dragunas and Mia Stevens . In addition to celebrating Pride Month, we will explore the curriculum we completed this year, “Creating Home “ and “Sing to the Power.” Our youth are a group with a strong center and are excited to celebrate. In “Creating Home “ we learned about how to make home wherever we are, and what values go into that. In “Sing to the “Power," we dug down into our desire for justice and committed
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This is a group for queer adults to gather, find support, share, socialize and build community. 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
Help is available to assist with meals and more during illnesses or other family emergencies. You are always invited to call or visit our minister to discuss any matter of concern to you.
UUMassAction has launched an Immigration Justice Campaign. The UUMA Immigrant Justice Team meets monthly. You need not attend all meetings. Join UUs across MA to work towards immigration justice. RSVP HERE
Please submit your Order of Service information to office@uumiddleboro.org by 12:00 noon.
A Meditation Group meets every Wednesday in the Parlor from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. See Rev. Peter Connolly.
On Zoom. (COVID restrictions appear to be still in place: "No public attendance permitted.") Bridgewater Conservation Commission hearing for Notice of Intent by Claremont Lakeshore Bridgewater LLC for a 5-story, 110-room hotel in the Hockomock Swamp ACEC, directly across Pleasant St (Rte 104) from "The Nip," Lake Nippenicket. (Near Rtes 24/104 interchange). The hotel was approved by the Planning Board, with conditions. But the ConCom could deny the project under both the MA Wetland Regulations and Bridgewater's Wetland Bylaw. Please read further and consider tuning in to this hearing. Agenda and Zoom link: https://www.lnaft.org/uploads/1/4/4/3/144391160/conservation_commission_agenda_061324.pdf The Hockomock Swamp and associated wetlands
The Finance Committee is meeting on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. See Bill Howe for information.
Deadline to submit offerings is Friday, June 7! It is time again for the ever-popular Spring Service Auction! We are again planning a fundraiser centered on goods and services. It’s a chance to pick up some great items, household help, and getaways. Please submit your offerings by email to FUUSMauction@gmail.com or contact the church office at 508-947-1935 by June 7. Be sure to include a detailed description of your offer including quantities, limitations, a picture (if possible) and suggested minimum bid. The auction will kick off on Friday, June 14, at noon and run until Sunday, June 29, at 8:00
We continue scheduling weekly ½ hour vigils on Saturday mornings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on the church lawn. All are invited to join in. Contact Dody Adkins-Perry (adkinsperry@gmail.com) with any questions.
Rev. Peter Connolly preaching Probably more than in any other denomination, the success of a church in the Unitarian Universalist tradition depends on the active involvement of its members. Today we celebrate and give thanks for the many ways our members contribute to our success. Please bring a flower to add to our gorgeous bouquet. The Elsie Gaudette Award will be presented this morning. The Chalice Choir will be singing Omnia Sol.
In Bridgewater Center in front of the Academy Building with student and adult speakers from the African American community and a musical performance. UU Middleboro folks who attended last year said it was very moving. Co-sponsored by BCCR. https://www.bccrcivilrights.org/whats-next.html
SUMMER READINGS: The UU Book Club will continue to meet over the summer. Meetings will be the third Monday of each month, 3:30- 4:30, by ZOOM. Book Club members will be emailed the ZOOM link a few days before each meeting. Our readings will be: June 17-- Nature's Best Hope by Doug Tallamy-- Cate Vanzant facilitatingJuly 15--The Last Green Valley by Mark Sullivan--Linda Thompson facilitatingAugust 19--The Lioness of Boston by Emily Franklin--Lois facilitatingSeptember 16--title TBD-- Ed Priest to facilitate. If you are not on the Book Club's email list, but would like to join us for the discussion, please contact Lois Aldrich
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
Help is available to assist with meals and more during illnesses or other family emergencies. You are always invited to call or visit our minister to discuss any matter of concern to you.
A Meditation Group meets every Wednesday in the Parlor from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. See Rev. Peter Connolly.
All members and friends are invited to attend the Parish Committee Meeting.
Author/Educator Talk with Tiffany Jewell at the Middleborough Public Library on Zoom Author Tiffany Jewell highlights the inequities Black and Brown students face from preschool through college as she presents lessons and knowledge from her new book Everything I Learned About Racism I Learned in School. Tiffany Jewell is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Book Is Anti-Racist and The Antiracist Kid. Jewell is a Black biracial writer, twin sister, first generation American, cisgender mama, anti-bias antiracist (ABAR) educator. She is currently working on multiple book projects for readers of all ages. The talk is free but you must register: https://libraryc.org/midlib/49311?uMarketingSource=_LSC_IEN_04_4
with Natalie Johnson https://zoom.us/j/98280583473 Tonight’s Full Moon falls in the sign of Cancer, the quintessential Earth Mother. We also celebrate Summer Solstice, the longest day when the sun is at its zenith in the sky, and after which the days will slowly being to slide toward the dark half of the year. The Wheel turns once again; and although we enjoy an abundance of fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers at this time, we can sense that change is in the air. We are continuously moved through the cycles of life and reminded at every season of the trajectory we all
A talk and reception with our own Kimberly French who coauthored, with Nancy Schwoyer and the late Rosemary Haughton, Radical Hospitality: Transforming Shelter, Home, and Community. Foreward by Chuck Collins.
We continue scheduling weekly ½ hour vigils on Saturday mornings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on the church lawn. All are invited to join in. Contact Dody Adkins-Perry (adkinsperry@gmail.com) with any questions.
Celebration, commemoration, education. Speakers. Food and craft vendors. A partial list of entertainers includes Khakatay West African drumming and the Woodard Duo (jazz+). Children’s activities include puppet making, cookie decorating, and a Juneteenth story book trail.
36 North Bedford St, East Bridgewater, second door on left, first and second floor. Together with the other organizations they share their new space with Readings, reiki and massage. Refreshments provided by Bracks Grille & Tap and The Girls Brewery. Swag bags for the first 30 visitors. https://be-community.org/
Led by Viola Fairweather The congregation will have the opportunity to express their gratitude to Rev. Peter for stepping up to the plate and ministering to us for the past two years. We will wish him well on the next phase of his journey. You're invited to bring a snack to share for our period of fellowship afterwards.
Narcan training will be given at the church on Monday, June 24, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. The training will prepare participants to respond effectively if someone (visitor, pedestrian, etc.) suffers an opioid overdose/emergency. Narcan nasal spray (an over-the-counter drug) will be made available after the training.
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
CUUPS will celebrate the Summer Solstice, the Longest Day, when the sun reaches its peak in both height and power. It is one of two times each year when a mighty battle for dominance takes place between the Oak King and the Holly King. Tonight, as the Wheel of the Year turns once again, it is the Oak King who will surrender to the Holly King . From this night on, the hours of sunlight slowly but steadily begin to decrease as we move toward the coming of cold and greater darkness. For now, however, it is midsummer, and we
Help is available to assist with meals and more during illnesses or other family emergencies. You are always invited to call or visit our minister to discuss any matter of concern to you.
The Team brings news and information to the congregation about social justice events and activities being held in our community, offers training and runs events that are of major interest to church members, and actively supports several local organizations including Bridgewater Committee for Civil Rights (BCCR). The Brockton Chapter of the NAACP, the Matthew Mission Food Pantry, and Sustainable Middleboro. The Social Justice Team meets every other Friday.
In New Bedford in front of the Federal Building, 53 North 6th Street, with BCCR and the Our Bodies Our Lives Collective, to protest the Dobbs Decision and affirm reproductive freedom and bodily autonomy. https://www.bccrcivilrights.org/whats-next.html
Dorine Levasseur presenting “I just want to live my life. I’m not political. You can’t fight City Hall. My vote doesn’t matter. No matter what I do I’m just one person. What difference would it make? Leave me alone.” Sound familiar? Have you heard yourself expressing versions of these thoughts out loud—or saying them to yourself? Why does it matter anyway? Activism can mean so many different things — and take very unsuspected forms. This is not about convincing anyone to be an activist. Instead, this will be a conversation about what it means to live our values. Spoiler alert: It means different things to different people.
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to "J"
36 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, 2nd floor, 2nd door on the left This group is an opportunity to get to know your peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, seek support, play games & be; 978-809-2245, speak or text to “J”
July 6 10:00 am - 9:00 pm July 7 10:00 am - 6:00 p.m 483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee Gates open at 10:00. Grand entry at 12:00 noon.$15 admission, $10 for elders, children under 5 free The annual tribal homecoming showcases Wampanoag culture, community and tradition. The three-day event will feature drumming, dance and singing competition, and food and craft vendors. Also included are traditional tribal ceremonies and events. Beach chairs and sunscreen advisable. No alcohol, drugs, or dogs. For more information, including how to pre-order tickets:https://mashpeewampanoagtribe-nsn.gov/powwow-info
This New Moon falls in the sign of Cancer, continuing the theme of powerful female beings in the higher realms looking after life on Earth with love and care. We are celebrating our nation’s independence this night and its emergence from the rule of Empire. Goddess Gaia is joined by Lady Liberty, Goddess Minerva and Goddess Hecate tonight as they each bring their gifts of freedom, wisdom and a shining torch to keep the darkness at bay.
July 7 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee Gates open at 10:00. Grand entry at 12:00 noon.$15 admission, $10 for elders, children under 5 free The annual tribal homecoming showcases Wampanoag culture, community and tradition. The three-day event will feature drumming, dance and singing competition, and food and craft vendors. Also included are traditional tribal ceremonies and events. Beach chairs and sunscreen advisable. No alcohol, drugs, or dogs. For more information, including how to pre-order tickets:https://mashpeewampanoagtribe-nsn.gov/powwow-info
We continue scheduling weekly ½ hour vigils on Saturday mornings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on the church lawn. All are invited to join in. Contact Dody Adkins-Perry (adkinsperry@gmail.com) with any questions.
Note: The church calendar contains some events that are not open to everyone, so that we can plan for building use. Open events are shown on the home page. Click on an event to show the full description.
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