Sunday, November 8 — 10 am

In-person & ZOOM



"The Work of Hope in a World of Chaos"

When the world feels increasingly fractured, uncertain, and overwhelmed by forces beyond our control, how do we remain grounded in what we know to be true? We'll explore how communities of courage, compassion, and connection can become powerful sources of transformation. Together, we'll consider how our Unitarian Universalist faith calls us to create spaces where Love takes root, hope is an active practice, and another world continues to emerge.

• Rev. Dr. Rebekah Savage, Guest Speaker
• Joan Caivano, Worship Leader
• Eileen Kessler, Production
• Michael Casey, Musician
• Eileen Kessler, Greeter
• Joy Kim, Coffee Host

This week's music:

• (from Sing Out Love) - "Tide Is Rising"
• (from Sing Out Love) - "How Can I Keep from Singing"

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Order of Service available by noon on Friday CLICK HERE.

NOV 15 | "Introduction to Judaism," Rabbi Peter Hyman, Guest Speaker — In-person & Zoom

Join us on Sunday, November 15^th as we welcome Rabbi Peter Hyman of Temple B’nai Israel in Easton as guest speaker. His presentation is titled, “Introduction to Judaism.” Rabbi Hyman brings a deep love of the Torah, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to share the wisdom and beauty of Judaism with those of all faiths. He’ll be displaying "ritual objects of importance and prominence" making this an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and interact. We look forward to this special morning and hope you can join us.

NOV 22 | "The Particular and the Universal," Rev. Kathryn Adams, Minister — In-person & Zoom

This Sunday, we are exploring what we owe each other from the perspective of what we owe to those closest to us and what we owe to the world universally. We will build on the interdependence and interbeing we talked about earlier this month.

NOV 29 | "Nurturing the Spirit of Love," Rev. Dr. Richard Speck, Guest Speaker — In-person & Zoom

We are entering the Christmas season with its focus on the birth narrative of Jesus. Many of the hymns speak about peace on earth, good will to all. The teachings of Jesus focus on loving each other. How do we do that? Come find out.

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• Minister's Column
• Potluck Host Needed — Friday, November 20
• Bob Fox's Celebration of Life — Friday, November 27
• Soup Sampler Supper — Friday, December 11
• Democracy Corner
• Birthdays

Friends,

This will publish after one of the most memorable election cycles in history. As I write this, the election is occurring. No matter how this event works out, we will continue the work we talked about last Sunday, "how do we live wisely with each other." We will continue to accompany each other on our spiritual journeys. We will continue to care for each other and live our values both within these walls and out in our community. We will support our neighbors. Take this moment to reflect on what comes to mind with, "how do we live wisely with each other" for you. What does that look like this month, in six months, or throughout the year for you? We will continue to explore this communally as we do the work of religion and practice that "how we are together is the ministry of this congregation."

A host is needed for this month's potluck scheduled for Friday, November 20^th at 6 PM. You can hold it at UUCR, your home, or a location of you choice. Please sign up on the sheet posted on the whiteboard. If no one signs up, it will need to be cancelled.

Bob Fox's Celebration of Life will be at Unitarian Universalists of the Chester River (UUCR) on the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 27^th, 2026, 3-4 pm. Bob Fox was the beloved spouse of long-term member Vida Morley. More details will follow, and please save the date.

Don’t forget our Soup Sampler Supper on Friday, December 11. This “fun” / “fund"raising event, which we have held for the past several years, starts at 5:30 pm, in plenty of time for you to grab a delicious, nourishing meal before the Chester River Chorale’s holiday concert, which starts at 7:30 pm at the Chestertown Presbyterian Church, our neighbor just down Gateway Drive. Tickets are $25 each; the dinner includes your choice of 10 soups, bread, dessert, coffee, and beverages. 

Here’s how you can help make the event a success:

🥣 Volunteer to make soup, bread, dessert — we still need a few more soup makers and even more bread/dessert makers. If you supply one of these, your admission to the Soup Supper is free!

🥣 Recruit your friends to attend as a group. Contact Jane Hardy with their names to reserve a block.

🥣 Buy a ticket! These will be on sale after church every Sunday between now and December 6.

and finally:

🥣 Consider joining our Fundraising Team; your time, ideas, and energy will be most welcome.

Contact one of us with questions and ideas — Jane Hardy, Mary Pritchard, and Elisabeth Tully

We want to help celebrate your birthday!

If we didn't include your birthday, please contact the UUCR office by email.