Rev. Beau Rivers preaching Research has shown a sense of belonging is essential to our physical, emotional,and spiritual wellbeing. How does belonging differ from fitting in?What does it mean to belong in spiritual communityas Unitarian Universalists? Music for this service is provided by Bet Giddings, pianist and vocalist.

In Bridgewater Center, on sidewalk in front of Walgreens, with BCCR (Bridgewater Communities for Civil Rights). To honor the children who survived the Indian Residential Schools, and to remember those who did not. Any signs related to Indigenous history are welcome. Orange shirts not necessary! Questions? See Dody Adkins-Perry, Natalie Johnson or Sandy Smiley. BCCR's website is https://www.bccrcivilrights.org/

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”

The Peaceful Quilters meet every Tuesday in the Parish Hall.

Members of this team are trained to offer lay pastoral counseling. They may also provide meals; visits; phone calls; cards; transportation to medical appointments, the grocery store, church, or social outings; help with yard work; music; or respite/break time for caregivers. Contact: Susan Curtiss

This month’s New Moon falls in the sign of Libra, the great equalizer. Sometimes pictured as a set of scales,it weighs opposite energies and seeks to bring them into balance.

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.

Political and legislative attacks on trans people have escalated to the point where fully half of U.S. states have banned best-practice medical care for trans youth, among scores of equally repressive legislation. It is a terrifying time for trans people and loved ones. Led by the Transforming Hearts Collective in partnership with Side With Love, UUSC, and Pink Haven Coalition, this webinar will equip attendees to understand the attacks, gain tools to advocate for trans rights, and ensure that congregations are welcoming and safe spaces for trans and nonbinary people in this moment. The webinar is free but you must

Please submit your Order of Service information to office@uumiddleboro.org by 12:00 noon.

The Meditation Group meets every Wednesday afternoon in the church parlor to practice quiet meditation. It is open to those new to meditation as well as experienced meditators. Contact: Holly Begley or Diane Reed

At the Bridgewater Senior Center, 10 Wally Krueger Way Free, but register in advance by calling the Center at 508-697-0929. https://www.bridgewaterma.org/DocumentCenter/View/5629/May-Newsletter-2024?bidId=

Zoom Link:  https://zoom.us/j/94358654000

This month’s New Moon falls in the sign of Libra, the great equalizer. Sometimes pictured as a set of scales, it weighs opposite energies and seeks to bring them into balance.

October is now known as Indigenous People’s Month in honor of those upon whose lands we currently live…the land originally called Turtle Island.

The Finance Committee brings all church finance factors together.  It consists of the treasurer and assistant treasurer and representatives from investment, fundraising, pledge drive, and budget creation. See Bill Howe for more information.

See Susan Hotchkiss.

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.