Author: Rev. Anya Sammler-Michael (Rev. Anya Sammler-Michael)

“How We Are Changed Together” - led by the Rev. Anya Sammler-Michael. This is the Sunday for our annual Harvest Bread Communion. Bakers have prepared loaves from their own traditions, and members at different stages will testify to their experience of being changed as a result of their engagement with our congregation. We will also hold a Naming Ceremony for transgender, gender non-conforming and gender queer individuals, we will recognize the departure of Administrator Danielle Carlo, our Choir will sing, and our Coming of Age Class will participate in various aspects of our service.

This service gives us the space to reflect on the ways that we have been changed as individuals and as a community by the challenges and attendant wisdom gained over the past three years. Music, joy and a New Member Ceremony add to the gift of this gathering.

"The Courage to Grow "- led by the Rev. Anya Sammler-Michael, senior co-minister. The courage to grow begins with the truth that we are not yet the people we are called to become.

The courage to forgive begins with the truth that we are worthy of forgiveness and that forgiveness is worthy of us. No matter how justified you are in holding on to your anger, forgiveness can be of service.

Rosh Hashanah (Hebrew: רֹאשׁ הַשָּׁנָה, literally "head of the year") is the Jewish New Year. This High Holiday celebration will be co-led by the Rev. Anya Sammler-Michael, senior co-minister and by our congregation’s UUs for Jewish Awareness group.

A sense of belonging is crucial. Belonging is kin to joy and justice. Belonging gives us a sense of purpose and meaning. Focusing on relationships fosters a community where inclusive belonging thrives.