Hypocrisy is so, so alluring. And it’s even more tempting to point it out in others. As we advocate for justice, there is a place for righteousness. But that’s different from self-righteousness.

From its inception in the 1800s, Unitarian groups have had difficulty articulating commonly held beliefs/principles/values…. We’re adamantly pluralistic, creedless, tolerant. Does that mean accepting bigotry and exclusion?

Each year we gather to celebrate the gift of water and to acknowledge how—in its flow within us and throughout the world—it connects every being. Today I invite you to bring a bit of water; each of us will pour a bit into our common bowl and share a word about its meaning to us … Continue reading Water Communion

With hoopla and gratitude for Genia and Kevin Allen-Schmid, we will honor their ministries to BUF and celebrate their retirements. Potluck afterward—please bring food to share.

In-Person in the sanctuary AND on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/738363620; Passcode: BUF Order of Service Reflecting upon the spectacular beauty of our transient selves and surroundings, we’ll create a mandala of flowers and other organic treasures. Please bring flowers, etc., to release—both as natural beauties and as symbols of more personal things you wish to let go … Continue reading Flower Communion

In-Person in the sanctuary AND on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/738363620; Passcode: BUF Order of Service The UUA is on the verge of adopting a new identity statement. BUF, too, is listening to the forward call of who we are becoming. What resources will guide and support this continual transformation? More details