Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Lake County

09/07/2026

Our communities come together in this time that holds elements of profound beauty and celebration - of joyful homecoming and new beginnings - alongside much that causes worry and understandable fear. It continues to be a painful time, with too many losses, and a level of violence that is sometimes too terrible to bear.

And I know to my bones that times like these are why we need religious community in the first place. We need a touchpoint, to live into the fullness of who and how we most want to be together in the face of all that is tender and impactful. And we can learn from one another, from each congregation’s unique history and context, and from the lifesaving ministries each of you offer in your communities.

We will face the unknown together, prepare for what may come, and support one another in staying accountable to the values we hold in common covenant. And in doing so, we will find the joy and the strength to meet this moment, together in community.

09/05/2026

Also for this witness and protest from people of faith, including UU minister, Rev. Sara LaWall.

Rev. Sara LaWall, a Unitarian Universalist pastor, could face a prison sentence for occupying the governor's office during a protest of anti-trans bills this spring.

09/05/2026

Grateful for this witness and protest by clergy, including UU minister, Rev. Karen G. Johnston.

Seven Vermont clergy arrested while protesting ICE targeting center

09/03/2026

Join us Sunday, September 6, at 11:30 am

The Rev. Kristina Spaude will lead the service, "Love at the Center." The UUA has selected the recently published Love at the Center as this year's Common Read. This morning we will explore the themes that arise and how we might apply them in our lives. We will have an (optional) interactive component in this service as well.

🔗 Zoom link is available at uulakecounty.org

🥘 Stay after the service for our monthly potluck!

09/01/2026

In this sermon from our Artists Who Inspire series, Rev. T. J. Fitz...

08/29/2026

A powerful work of art can help us remember what must not be forgotten—and ask what repair requires of us now.

At King’s Chapel in Boston, “Unbound,” a 14-foot bronze and granite sculpture by artist Harmonia Rosales, honors the 219 people enslaved by past members and ministers of the congregation. The memorial is part of King’s Chapel’s broader effort to confront its history, including ongoing work centered on reparative justice and reconciliation.

Read more in UUWorld at the link in the comments.

08/27/2026

Join us Sunday, August 30, at 11:30 am

Dr. Jenenne Valentino-Bottaro will lead the service, "Empowering Our Wild Spirit." We belong to the earth, the winds, the waters and the sacred fires of transformation. This service will honor the inner connection between humans, animals, nature and heritage.

🔗 Zoom link is available at uulakecounty.org

08/27/2026

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Beloveds, if you are able, I hope you will watch this Sunday as NASA launches their Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, designed to explore some of the universe’s biggest mysteries, including dark energy.

The telescope is named for lifelong and devoted Unitarian and later Unitarian Universalist, who was also NASA’s first chief astronomer, Nancy Grace Roman. A longtime member of the River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation RRUUC in Bethesda, MD, Roman was as committed to serving her community, especially around issues of poverty and food insecurity, as she was to fearlessly advancing science in her role at NASA.

Details about the launch are in the story linked in the comments below.

08/24/2026

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POV: You came for coffee hour and left with:

☕️ a sense of belonging
☕️ a committee chair position (congrats!)
☕️ opinions about native plants you never knew you had

What’s the most “UU thing” you’ve left coffee hour with?