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Summer invites us to slow down, breathe a little deeper, and make room for reflection. It’s also a wonderful time to explore a new spiritual community. Throughout July and August, the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Norwich will gather every other Sunday for meaningful worship led by members of our own congregation—each bringing unique life experiences, … Continue reading Summer Worship at UUCN
Celebrate Flower Communion with Rev. Dianne Daniels and Sarah St. George as we explore growth, belonging, and the beauty of becoming more fully ourselves. Please bring a flower to share.
On Sunday, March 22, we welcome the Rev. Tom Nalesnik back to our pulpit. Celebrating 25 years in ministry, Rev. Nalesnik brings a rich and varied background—from communications and advertising to parish and interim ministry, small group development, religious education, and writing for the web. In his sermon, inspired by a wild dream and the … Continue reading The Worship That Goes Wrong
Longtime UUCN member Joseph ‘Denis’ Lanoue joins us with his big spirit, storytelling talent, and generous heart with a message shaped by lived experience, friendship, and the power of perseverance.
Paying attention and appreciation toward the Ordinary – commonplace miracles, shifting our attention from waiting for “spectacular moments” to the abundance, love, and blessings that are already woven through our ordinary days. Join us for service as we explore the abundance, love, and blessings within our everyday lives.
Gratitude is more than a fleeting feeling; it’s an attitude and a way of life that involves acknowledging the tangible and intangible, often leading to a desire to give back to others.
This mindset can be cultivated through reflection, recognizing your dependence on others and the world around you, and expressing thankfulness.
After a summer of growth, change, and challenges, we come back together for our annual Ingathering and Water Communion service at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Norwich, led by our minister, Rev. Dianne M. Daniels. Bring a small amount of water from your summer travels or meaningful places in your life to share in our … Continue reading Ingathering and Water Communion
Stories connect us across generations and cultures, reminding us of our shared humanity. Rev. Dianne reflects on storytelling as a radical act of truth-telling, empathy, and justice — a way to both honor tradition and envision transformation In times of great political and social upheaval, stories serve as both mirrors and windows: they reflect who … Continue reading “The Power of Stories”
Words can heal or harm, build up or tear down. In this sermon, Rev. Dianne explores the profound spiritual responsibility of language — urging us to choose honesty, compassion, and respect as we speak our truth and shape our communities.
