Speaker: Rev. Peter Farriday

Sunday, November 1, 2026 – A Multilayered Remembrance

In this season of Day of the Dead and the pagan holy day Samhain (now aka All Hallows Eve or Halloween), our annual Remembrance service will include Speaking the Names of those (including pets) who have passed on that you’d like to commemorate. We’ll also observe the annual Trans Day of Remembrance, and honor longtime … Continue reading Sunday, November 1, 2026 – A Multilayered Remembrance

Sunday, October 18, 2026 – From “I Never KnUU” to “Now YUU DUU!”

From “I Never KnUU” to “Now YUU DUU!” Following our Oct. 4 look at early (16th century) UU history, this service moves into the 19th and 20th centuries to explore another figure who expanded UUism as a tradition of inclusion and free choice. Worship leaders: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Jeff Whittier, indian flute Follow … Continue reading Sunday, October 18, 2026 – From “I Never KnUU” to “Now YUU DUU!”

Sunday, October 11, 2026 – Heart-First into the Future

There are times in all of our lives where the wisdom of our bodies and the wisdom of our minds come into conflict. How do we choose wisely when these moments arise? In today’s service, we will explore what it might look like to move “heart-first” into the challenges of the present, with love at … Continue reading Sunday, October 11, 2026 – Heart-First into the Future

Sunday, October 4, 2026 – Really? I Never KnUU That!

“Really? I Never KnUU That!”Courageous, compassionate characters people Unitarian Universalism’s inception and development. This service explores one early figure who helped make UUism a tradition of inclusiveness and free choice. Worship leaders: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Yuri Liberon, classical guitar Follow along in the order of service bit.ly/uucpa_oos_20261004

Sunday, September 20, 2026 – Your One Wild and Precious Life

“Your One Wild and Precious Life” Mary Oliver closes her poem “The Summer Day” with this query: “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” Just days before this summer departs, we’ll explore how responding from our heart and soul connects us to both the beauty and … Continue reading Sunday, September 20, 2026 – Your One Wild and Precious Life

Sunday, September 13, 2026 – The Door is Round and Open

The Door is Round and Open This Sunday we explore some spiritual wisdom from the great Sufi mystical poet Rumi, including his amiable yet profound urgings to unearth and express our soul-essence. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Becki Wright, baritone Ukulele All are welcome to stay for the all-church picnic at Mitchell Park … Continue reading Sunday, September 13, 2026 – The Door is Round and Open

Sunday, September 6, 2026 – Love’s Labors Found

Revolutionary Love Project founder Valarie Kaur points out that spiritual teachings call people “to practice love beyond family and tribe.” When she labored to apply such love, Kaur found it can restore trust and hope even in the face of hatred and violence. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Steven Chanan, pianist Follow along … Continue reading Sunday, September 6, 2026 – Love’s Labors Found

Sunday, August 30, 2026 – Water Communion

Flowing Back TogetherEach year around this time we celebrate our connection to one another with an all-ages “Ingathering” service. This includes a Water Communion ritual, so please bring a little water—maybe from a source special to you—to pour into a communal bowl. (If you forget yours there’ll be a pitcher of lovely Hetch Hetchy water … Continue reading Sunday, August 30, 2026 – Water Communion

Sunday, June 21, 2026 – Soul Focus (6 of 6)

Soul Focus: “InSoulvent: The Costs of What’s Been Lost” (Part 6 of 6) Rev. Peter continues his ongoing exploration of the soul and society. Worship Leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special Music: Veronika Agranov-Dafoe, piano Follow along in the order of service https://bit.ly/uucpa_oos_20260621.

Sunday, June 14, 2026 – Soul Focus (5 of 6)

Soul Focus: “InSoulvent: The Costs of What’s Been Lost” (Part 5 of 6) Rev. Peter continues his ongoing exploration of the soul and society. Worship Leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special Music: Jim Stevens, folk guitar Follow along in the order of service bit.ly/uucpa_oos_20260614.