“Circles of Love” – a sermon by Rev. Kikanza on June 14, 2026
“He drew a circle that shut me out — Heretic, rebel, a thing to flout. But love and I had the wit to win: We drew a circle and took him in!” — Edwin Markham
MORE...A Farewell Letter to Kikanza
We’re all going to miss Kikanza. Each of us in our own way. But we wish you well on your journey of a “month of Sundays,” and hope to see you upon your return.
MORE...June 2026 Worship Services
June Ministry theme: Flourishing Together. Join us for Sunday services at 10:30 am. June 7 Our Pride: Volunteer & Staff Appreciation; June 14 Circles of Love; June 21 Rev. Jeremiah’s Final UUSM Service; June 28 A Hymn Sing!
MORE...From Our President: June Events
June will be full of celebrations of the religious leaders who have been vital to the health of our community. These are important parts of the process of saying goodbye.
MORE...UUSM Awards presented at the Annual Meeting
Each year at the Annual Congregational Meeting, we recognize the contributions of congregants who have gone above and beyond for our community.
MORE...Goodbye from Rev. Kikanza
Starting in July I’m going on a journey that will take A Month of Sundays to complete. My time away will give you time to prepare for Rev. Diana Smith, the new settled minister. It will give her space to get to know you, and for you all to figure out how you will do church together.
MORE...June 2026 Lifelong Learning
Come, come, whoever you are! Welcome to an exciting journey of questioning, challenging, and celebrating life’s mysteries and wonders.
MORE...June 2026 Generous Congregation supports Advocates for Trans Equality
This month, half of our Sunday Offering will go to the Advocates for Trans Equality, a national organization working at all levels of government to ensure trans voices are not only heard, but embraced where they’ve long been ignored.
MORE...Connection with Farmed Animals: Animal Ministry’s Field Trip to Love Always Sanctuary
Read about the Animal Ministry’s first field trip to the Love Always Sanctuary, where the philosophy is simple yet profound: “All beings are equal and deserve love, kindness, and respect.”
MORE...UU the Vote 2026 is Coming Soon!
Hey all you UU the Vote postcarders — Start doing your finger strengthening exercises to get your postcard writing selves in shape. We will have a campaign and lists of…
MORE...Lunches for Bunches Clothing Drive is Now Year-Round
The People’s Concern is ALWAYS in need of clothing. In particular, larger men’s items. Now you can bring items any week and put them in the marked bin and the Lunches for Bunches Team will deliver!
MORE...UUSM Calls Rev. Diana Smith as Our Next Settled Minister
At the Special Congregational Meeting on April 26, 2026, 101 congregants voted overwhelmingly to call Rev. Diana Smith as our next settled minister. She will begin her work with us in August.
MORE...Introducing the Candidate for Settled Minister: Rev. Diana Smith
Our candidate for UUSM’s next settled minister is The Rev. Diana Smith
MORE...May & June Art Wall: Paintings by Vera Arutyunyan
UUSM’s May-June Art Wall features works by the Armenian-born painter Vera Arutyunyan.
MORE...Managing Editor: Pam Teplitz
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