Sometimes, listening deeply means recalling the voices and stories of those we have lost — family, friends, and mentors who helped to shape us into the people we’ve become. We joined Rev. Tricia and Ellen Flight as we remembered, and gave thanks. We shared our plate with Vermont Abenaki Artists Association. Video recording:
Many hopes and dreams and commitments that will help to shape CVUUS’ future are already present in this congregation. We need to listen closely to hear what they are, and what they’re built on. Rev. Tricia is joined by Mark Ewert, CVUUS’ Stewardship Consultant for this year’s exciting “combined” campaign. Assisted by Liam Battjes Greenwood. … Continue reading Listening for the Future
When has hearing someone’s story changed your life? We turn to the practice of deep listening for October. Led by Rev. Tricia with Becky Strum. We share our plate with Vermont Abenaki Artists Association in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day coming up on Oct 14. Followed by social hour then Addison County CROP Walk. See … Continue reading How We Grow and Learn and Change – Oct. 6, 2024
ON SITE & ZOOM. Led by Rev. Tricia assisted by Becky Strum. We’re exploring Soul Matter’s theme of invitation throughout worship, small group ministry and religious exploration and sharing our offering plate with Oxfam for Gaza Relief. Stay for social hour in Fellowship Hall. See a recording here:
ON SITE & BACK ON ZOOM All were invited to mark the beginning of a new year at CVUUS – a time of learning and joy, caring and challenge for all generations. We honored our connections to one another and the earth through water (but you didn’t need to bring any water this time). Rev. … Continue reading Ingathering – Sept. 8, 2024
ON SITE ONLY (NO ZOOM FOR SUMMER). Led by Melissa Sallée with Rev. Tricia. Melissa, a classically trained and professional ballerina who studied with Maria Tallchief, Salt Creek Ballet, and Ballet Chicago, was the Co-Director of Dance Detour, the first integrated, professional dance company in Chicago. We shared our offering with National Alliance on Mental … Continue reading Embodiment as the Ground of Spirituality – June 30, 2024
Rev. Tricia and Rev. Christina led us in celebrating our congregation at the end of this first year of transition. We looked to the future, and recognized new members. We brought flowers to add to our communal bouquet. The Flower Ceremony, sometimes referred to as Flower Communion or Flower Festival, is an annual UU ritual … Continue reading Welcoming Joy – June 2, 2024
Stories, poems, and songs from the times of our country’s wars – to commemorate Memorial Day, and all those whose lives have been changed, and lost. Led by Rev. Tricia with Becky Strum. We’ll share our offering with Gather, Middlebury’s community living room. More Rhubarb Festival preparations follow. Join the fun! See worship details here: … Continue reading Of Memory and Imagination
Throughout ancient times and still today, human societies have celebrated life as sacred and joyful. Especially in this season of spring… and more than any other time, in May. Institutional religion hasn’t always found ways to welcome these deep pagan beliefs into communal spiritual life. But maybe that’s changing… Rev Tricia introduced her sermon with … Continue reading Truth Telling – May 5, 2024
Love is fundamental in human experience. That basic truth doesn’t mean we all understand love’s power in the same ways, however. What you loved as a child can grow and change into something more as a grown-up member of communities. How do we teach one another to love faithfully and well, in ways that can … Continue reading Taking Care of What You Love – April 21, 2024
