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A Month of Sundays May 6 Crossing the Border Reverend Linda Bunyard What happens in Phoenix affects us all! Rev. Bunyard will share her experience with the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee, crossing the border to learn more about the great migration and why it has happened. May 13 Intergenerational Service. Kathleen Anderson Lifespan Faith Development, Appreciation Sunday and Bridging Ceremony The Rhyming and Rhythm of History Reverend Linda Bunyard On this Sunday of the Annual Meeting of the Congregation we will reflect on the stories we hold about this congregation, its history and its potential. Long-time members will be honored. The Power of Memory Donna Stroud As we prepare to celebrate Memorial Day, we take this important occasion to memorialize loved ones lost, in war or in other ways. Annual Picnic after the service |
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210 Henry Place
P.O. Box 1942
Spartanburg, SC 29304
864-585-9230
P.O. Box 1942
Spartanburg, SC 29304
864-585-9230
Unitarian Universalist Church of Spartanburg
We are a Welcoming Congregation
How to Reach Your Interim Minister
The Rev. Linda Bunyard
minister@uucs.org
585-9230
The Rev. Linda Bunyard
minister@uucs.org
585-9230
Wednesday evenings are Wonderful too. We gather at 5:45 p.m. for a dinner followed by Vespers at 6:30 p.m. At 6:45 p.m. classes and groups begin. Programs are planned for Youth and Children.
This is a special year for this congregation because the Search process has begun to call and settle a new minister. I am an Interim Minister working with the congregation on this part of the journey. Part of my role is to nurture and encourage the good ministry that is already here. The excitement and energy is building this fall as this church envisions the near future. The spirit of love is evident each time we gather. Many of us have found here a religious home like no other church in Spartanburg: one that is radically inclusive in theology and diverse in people.
See you in church,
Rev. Linda
This is a special year for this congregation because the Search process has begun to call and settle a new minister. I am an Interim Minister working with the congregation on this part of the journey. Part of my role is to nurture and encourage the good ministry that is already here. The excitement and energy is building this fall as this church envisions the near future. The spirit of love is evident each time we gather. Many of us have found here a religious home like no other church in Spartanburg: one that is radically inclusive in theology and diverse in people.
See you in church,
Rev. Linda
SPECIAL EVENTS
Tuesday, May 15 and 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
Living Fully / Living Prepared.
Sponsored by the Pastoral Care Associates. Facilitated by Reverend Linda Bunyard. This is a rare opportunity to work with others to acknowledge our own mortality and griefs, to prepare our personal wishes and think about our own memorial services, and to explore local resources as well as a great method for organizing information. Light refreshments will begin at 6:30 each evening. We will meet in the Fellowship Hall, which will comfortably seat fifty people for the workshop. If you have questions, ask Rev. Linda.. Sign up in the Fellowship Hall on the Pastoral Care Bulletin Board.
Sunday, May 27, 10:00. Adult Forum,
Global Warming Counterpoint
We’ll start off with a twenty-minute video by Al Gore entitled “New Thinking on Global Warming,” followed by critical commentary by our own Doug Allen. Doug is a long-time student of climate science and regularly blogs and participates in on-line discussions concerning this most important subject. He has studied most carefully the arguments of the global warming advocates and the so-called climate deniers and can give us great insight into this extremely complex subject.
This may be your only time to hear both sides of this vital subject discussed in the same venue. Don’t miss it.
Special Movie Presentation
Wednesday, May 30, 7:00
More information
Tuesday, May 15 and 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
Living Fully / Living Prepared.
Sponsored by the Pastoral Care Associates. Facilitated by Reverend Linda Bunyard. This is a rare opportunity to work with others to acknowledge our own mortality and griefs, to prepare our personal wishes and think about our own memorial services, and to explore local resources as well as a great method for organizing information. Light refreshments will begin at 6:30 each evening. We will meet in the Fellowship Hall, which will comfortably seat fifty people for the workshop. If you have questions, ask Rev. Linda.. Sign up in the Fellowship Hall on the Pastoral Care Bulletin Board.
Sunday, May 27, 10:00. Adult Forum,
Global Warming Counterpoint
We’ll start off with a twenty-minute video by Al Gore entitled “New Thinking on Global Warming,” followed by critical commentary by our own Doug Allen. Doug is a long-time student of climate science and regularly blogs and participates in on-line discussions concerning this most important subject. He has studied most carefully the arguments of the global warming advocates and the so-called climate deniers and can give us great insight into this extremely complex subject.
This may be your only time to hear both sides of this vital subject discussed in the same venue. Don’t miss it.
Special Movie Presentation
Wednesday, May 30, 7:00
More information
Welcome to the Unitarian Universalist Church of
Spartanburg! We hope you will find something in
our worship experiences, faith development pro-
grams, and fellowship times that will both nurture
your spirit and help you find ways to be of service
in this religious community.
When we say “come as you are” we are not just speaking about the way you dress. Our first Principle is affirming the “inherent dignity and worth of every person.” Come with your doubts about religion and your curiosity about the Holy. You will be greeted enthusiastically at the door and welcomed.
Sunday mornings are full of energy, beginning at 9:45 a.m. with classes for adults and activities for children. Worship begins at 11:00 a.m. Coffee and conversation in the Fellowship Hall happens both before and after the worship service. Often there are classes or workshops after the service.
Spartanburg! We hope you will find something in
our worship experiences, faith development pro-
grams, and fellowship times that will both nurture
your spirit and help you find ways to be of service
in this religious community.
When we say “come as you are” we are not just speaking about the way you dress. Our first Principle is affirming the “inherent dignity and worth of every person.” Come with your doubts about religion and your curiosity about the Holy. You will be greeted enthusiastically at the door and welcomed.
Sunday mornings are full of energy, beginning at 9:45 a.m. with classes for adults and activities for children. Worship begins at 11:00 a.m. Coffee and conversation in the Fellowship Hall happens both before and after the worship service. Often there are classes or workshops after the service.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Spartanburg is a congregation grounded in the liberal religious tradition. We embody and promote religious freedom, caring community and social justice. We do these things in the service of love.
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Spartanburg is a congregation grounded in the liberal religious tradition. We embody and promote religious freedom, caring community and social justice. We do these things in the service of love.
What Does It Mean to Be a Friend of the Church?
One of the advantages that comes with being a friend or member of the church is access to the members-and-friends-only section of the website, where you can see the pictorial directory, birthday lists, and joys and concerns, among other items of interest. You should visit at least three times before deciding to become a friend. There is a sign-up sheet for a red name tag on the visitors table. Signing up means that you have the desire to become a friend. Becoming a friend is defined by a commitment to active involvement in church life. financial support (as able) and participation in the annual pledge campaign, and a desire to be listed in the UUCS directory (optional) and receive the Happenings (optional).
One of the advantages that comes with being a friend or member of the church is access to the members-and-friends-only section of the website, where you can see the pictorial directory, birthday lists, and joys and concerns, among other items of interest. You should visit at least three times before deciding to become a friend. There is a sign-up sheet for a red name tag on the visitors table. Signing up means that you have the desire to become a friend. Becoming a friend is defined by a commitment to active involvement in church life. financial support (as able) and participation in the annual pledge campaign, and a desire to be listed in the UUCS directory (optional) and receive the Happenings (optional).
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