Sunday, October 11 — 10 am

In-person & ZOOM



"Inflicting Good on an Unsuspecting World"

The core of our moral being, rooted in the reality of our interdependence, calls us to respond to the tragedies, corruption, and injustices of our time with a broader love for all people and all life.

• Rev. Paul Boothby, Guest Speaker
• Jan Sprinkel, Worship Leader
• Michael Casey, Musician
• Judy Graham, Greeter
• Amy Warner, Coffee Host

This week's music:

• # 290 (grey hymnal) - "Wake Now My Senses"
• # 1023 (teal hymnal) - "Building Bridges" (round)

Please CLICK HERE to join us via Zoom.

Order of Service available by noon on Friday CLICK HERE.

OCT 18 | "Living Our Best Lives Every Day of Our Lives," Rev. Kathryn Adams, Minister — In-person & Zoom

This life is a beautiful journey. We live, love, and age. How we age varies by individual. Our biology and our social environment and exposures all contribute to our journey and how we live the latter part of our one wild, wonderful life.

OCT 25 | "Creating a Reverse Bucket List," Rev. Greg Chute, Guest Speaker — In-person & Zoom

We've heard a lot about Bucket Lists: the places we want to go, things we want to do, and people we want to see. I think of them as a dreamer's wish list, like the "1,000 Places to See Before You Die." More recently I've been reading about a Reverse Bucket List: the places, things, and people I can NOT go, do, or see; in other words, not my wishes as much as what is important. What does it look like to make a list of the places, persons, and things that are essential to my character and well-being? What would that list of indispensables include? And ultimately, what does that say about my priorities, values, and principles? Let's explore this together. 

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• This Week's Worship Service
• Upcoming Worship Services
• This Issue's Contents
• Helpful Links, Office Hours, Upcoming Events Calendar
• Hospitality Help
• Social Justice Committee—Get-Out-the-Vote Letter Writing 10/11
• Children's Book Donation Deadline October 11
• Do You Like to Sing?
• Legacy Fund Committee
• Fundraising Committee—Soup Sampler Supper 12/11
• Democracy Corner
• Birthdays

PLEASE JOIN US to Help Get Out the Vote!

Sunday, October 11th, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM at UUCR

The Social Justice Committee will hold a Get-Out-the-Vote mailing this Sunday and we need your help. This project complements UU the Vote, which encourages non-partisan civic participation and empowers people to make their voices heard. Our letters will go to newly registered voters in Michigan. All you need to bring is twenty 1^st class stamps and a pen, UUCR will provide the rest.



Join us for this worthwhile and fun event on Sunday, October 11, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM at UUCR. Refreshments provided. PLEASE RSVP to letterevent2026@gmail.com and tell us how many people will attend. Friends welcome!

Help us scare up a love of reading this Halloween! UUCR will host a book giveaway at the Garnet Elementary School (HHGES) Trunk or Treat event in Chestertown on October 23^rd. Help us by donating children's books in new or nearly new condition, or selecting from our Amazon Wish List  https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2Y6G6FMI2SYNL?ref_=wl_share  Drop books off in the collection bin in UUCR's lobby by October 11, 2026, or make selections from our Amazon Wish List for direct delivery.  Questions? Contact Pat Bjorke.

The Legacy Fund Committee is seeking grant applications for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. Applications may be submitted by committee chairs or individual members/friends of UUCR. Grants may be requested for programs to enhance our facility, foster congregational life, or to support specific programs or projects in the community. See MQ, Amy, or Nancy for further information.

As has been our custom for the last several years, we will be holding a Soup Sampler Supper at UUCR on the first night of the Chestertown Chorale’s Holiday Concert, providing a tasty and speedy meal before the concert begins.

We will feature 10 different soups for sampling, a variety of breads, beverages, and a spread of desserts with coffee for $25 per person. 

Tickets will go on sale this coming Sunday after our service.

Please contact Jane Hardy if you are willing to make soup, and/or provide breads and desserts.

This event has become a beloved social occasion for us, as well as a money maker! Don’t miss it.

We want to help celebrate your birthday!

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