Rev. Peter Connolly preaching I expect that many of us have felt part of a "tribe," a group we feel a part of, which helps give us self-definition, and allows us to feel part of a greater whole.  When that sense becomes solidified into tribalism, though, there's trouble.  We'll talk about that today. Special music will be a Sephardic song presented by Heidi Woofenden, Patty Simon, and Polly Jacobson.

A Note from the DREPlease consider joining us for one of our RE classes.  All our children this year are “Building Bears of Wholeness” and collecting badges that support our values.  Our goals for our children are to have time for faith, fellowship, food and fun; and we work hard to provide this!  RE ClassesBadges are offered every other week to ensure the children obtain the 16 badges for the lessons they had this year.  They are inserting the badges into their “build a bears.”  Nursery During the Worship ServiceNursery is still being led by Niko Pucillo-Dunphy, who receives support

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.

Our Whole Lives is for youth ages 12 - 16.  We have 3 leaders - Kelly Lownds, Greg Stevens and Katie Melchior - sharing the responsibility and privilege of teaching OWL to our youth.  Our Whole Lives is meeting today and next Sunday, May 5, at 12:30 p.m. in the Avis Clay Parlor.

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"    

The Peaceful Quilters meet every Tuesday in the Parish Hall.

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.

Ari Berman is the author of Minority Rule: The Right-Wing Attack on the Will of the People- And the Fight to Resist It. Noelle Damico, Director of Social Justice at the Workers Circle, will moderate. Sponsored by Workers Circle. For more information and to register: https://www.circle.org/events/minorityrulewithariberman?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=27fcb3b6-2f23-4192-be48-85f66bfcd8d3 Registration is required. Event is free; donations are requested.

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/

The RE Committee meeting will be held on May 1 at 6:30 p.m. in the Parlor.  The committee members are currently Christine Hoyle, Chris Dargelis and Kelly Lownds.  New members are welcome.  Please reach out to dre@uumiddleboro.org if you are interested in helping our group. The current committee members are Christine Hoyle, Chris Dargelis and Kelly Lownds.  New members are welcome. Please reach out to dre@uumiddleboro.org if you are interested in helping our group.

The PC Governance Team is meeting to review the organizational chart and discussion of committees and reports.

The Music Committee meets on the first Wednesday of every month. Contact Bet Giddings if you would like the Zoom link to join the Music Committee meeting.

See Susan Hotchkiss.

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. Contact Dody Adkins-Perry if you would like the Zoom link to join the Social Justice Team meeting.

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.

20 West Street, East Bridgewater Star Wars themed extravaganza: May the 4th Be With You! "Come dressed as your favorite character or just come be part of the Universe with us." Catered food; DJ; Fun https://be-community.org/event/may-the-4th-be-with-you-be-social/