Albany UU

Albany Unitarian Universalist (aka First Unitarian Universalist Society of Albany): You are welcome here!

The First Unitarian Universalist Society of Albany (Albany UU) brings together in one community a wide diversity of beliefs and backgrounds ranging from theistic to nontheistic to atheistic, from humanism to Unitarian Christianity, and including earth-centered and Eastern-focused practices. While we are not all on the same path, nor do we expect to arrive at the same destination, we have chosen to

share our religious journey. The differences we bring to our spiritual search contributes to our respect for, and commitment to, liberal religious and ethical values in the larger community. We are also a growing, nurturing religious community bound by mutual respect and compassion; striving to establish a safe place where questions may be fearlessly addressed, the mind freed, and the soul nourished. We strive to be a caring community, supportive of the individuals within, involved in the world without. We commit ourselves to serving the wider community, working for peace and justice, and preserving the beauty and majesty of the world and all life. Whether by telephone or walking through the front door, we seek to make everyone feel our congregation can be their home too. Whatever your race, gender, affectional orientation, age, or family status, we welcome all free seekers of truth and meaning here.

08/29/2026

Tomorrow at Albany UU: The End of an Era / A New Chapter Begins

After 37 years in the Capital District, Rev. Ashley is preparing to leave the East Coast.

Her ministry began here, and her story is intertwined with two settled ministries at Albany UU. Now, our congregation is approaching its own transition as we prepare to search for a new settled minister.

As we look toward what comes next, we’ll explore the parallels between this congregational transition and the physical, spiritual, and emotional process of beginning a new chapter in our own lives.

The photos in this post offer a glimpse into one part of that history: aphoto of Lynn with Linda Way and a sketch that Terry Way created for Lynn’s ordination order of service.

📅 Sunday, 10:00 AM
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All are welcome. Come as you are.

08/28/2026

Can you find all 12 words?

This week’s Weekly Word Search is here! Put your eyes to the test and see how many you can spot before Sunday.

Then join us this Sunday as we reflect on endings, beginnings, and the changes that come with entering a new chapter.

📅 Sunday, 10:00 AM – in person & online
📍 Albany UU

All are welcome. Come as you are.

08/26/2026

After 37 years in the Capital District, Rev. Ashley will soon be leaving the East Coast.

Her journey in ministry began here, and her story has unfolded alongside two settled ministries at Albany UU. Now, as she prepares for a new chapter, our congregation is preparing for one of our own: the search for a new settled minister.

This Sunday, we’ll reflect on the changes ahead and the surprising ways a ministerial transition can parallel the physical, spiritual, and emotional experience of beginning again.

Join us as we look back with gratitude and forward with hope.

📅 Sunday, 10:00 AM – in person & online
📍 Albany UU

All are welcome. Come as you are.

08/25/2026

Sometimes the bravest thing we can do is ask for help.

In this clip from the end of Rev. Ann Kadlecek’s recent reflection, she invites us to make asking for help a spiritual practice. Rather than seeing it as weakness or failure, what might happen if we understood asking as a way of opening ourselves to connection, relationship, and possibility?

Under Rev. Ann’s words, our beloved pianist Chris Milkins plays a beautiful rendition of Here We Have Gathered by Alicia S. Carpenter.

Take a moment to listen, reflect, and consider where you might be ready to ask for help.

Watch the full reflection on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tzsTEPjptFU

08/22/2026

Tomorrow at Albany UU: Help!

“From where does my help come?” The Hebrew Bible’s Psalm 121 asks this question, but it might come from any of us today. We live in a world where it can be hard to get the help we need.

Join us tomorrow as we explore how we might approach this ancient question in our lives.

📅 Sunday, 10:00 AM
📍 In person at Albany UU or via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/AUUSundayService
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All are welcome. Come as you are.

08/21/2026

This Week’s Word Search

“From where does my help come?”

This week’s puzzle invites you to explore some of the ways we find help, strength, and support in a beautiful but challenging world.

How many hidden words can you find? No peeking at the answer key!

08/20/2026

Help!

“From where does my help come?” This ancient question from Psalm 121 is still with us today.

In a beautiful but challenging world, where can we turn when we need help? What gets in our way? And what might we do about that?

Join us this Sunday as we explore these questions together

📅 Sunday, 10:00 AM – in person & online
📍 Albany UU

All are welcome. Come as you are.

08/18/2026

What does it mean to find your own voice while still being part of something larger?

This beautiful clip from Nellson Moore’s recent reflection invites us to think about the ways our individual spiritual journeys connect with the people around us.

Rich Baldes accompanies the reflection on guitar with Spirit of Life by Carolyn McDade, adding a lovely musical layer to the moment.

Watch the full reflection on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JTWrp-zHPM4

08/15/2026

Tomorrow at Albany UU: Spiritual Practice

What comes to mind when you hear the words “spiritual practice”?

For some, it might be meditation, prayer, or time in nature. For others, it might be music, journaling, movement, service, or simply making space to notice what matters.

Join us this Sunday as we explore what spiritual practice can mean, how it fits into everyday life, and what becomes possible when we practice together.

There is no single right way to practice. Let’s explore the possibilities together.

📅 Sunday, 10:00 AM
📍 In person at Albany UU or via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/AUUSundayService
🔒 Password: 0000

All are welcome. Come as you are. 🕊️

08/14/2026

🧩 This Week’s Word Search

How many of this week’s words can you find?

As we explore spiritual practice this Sunday, take a few minutes to slow down, look closely, and see what you discover.

Good luck!

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