Respecting the inherent worth and dignity of every person can be challenging when some people hold their hatred, bigotry, and otherization as sacred. Fighting hate when we see it out in the world may be familiar, but the 8th principle asks us to examine ourselves and our institutions before fighting the hate we see “out there.” How do we fight hate when it’s not a stranger, when it’s closer to home?
Turner Bridgforth is an Omnist and Candidate for ministry with the UUA seeking fellowship in the fall. After earning his degree at BU School of Theology, Turner served as the chaplain at Wing Memorial Hospital in Palmer as part of an internship for the last ten months while filling pulpit supply as often as possible. He is married with two sons, and he and his family live in Ware, MA.
We welcome you, whoever you are, whatever tradition, gender, race, class, sexual identity, ability, or age you represent. May you grow in the ways of respect, service, and wholeness. And through all your days may you know that you are loved.“
We are a lay-led congregation, meaning services and spiritual leadership are provided by community members rather than a designated minister. This reflects our commitment to shared ministry, where all members participate in roles such as worship leading, pastoral care, social justice work, and other community activities.
🛜 Join us at Meetinghouse Hill every Sunday at 11AM either in person in the Sanctuary or in spirit from wherever you may be using this Worship Link: https://zoom.us/j/4438056805.
👪 Family-Friendly Services: Families, we cherish your presence. Bring your children and let them be part of our Worship Service until the Time for All Ages concludes. Following that, they can join their Sunday School teachers. Nursery care is available starting at 10:30 AM each week.
☕ Social Hour: Following the service, we invite you to join us in the Parish Hall for a cozy community coffee hour, offering a chance for fellowship and lively conversation. We hope to see you there!
🎧 Accessibility: To enhance your experience, we offer child and sensory-friendly fidgets and noise-canceling headphones.
Did you miss last week’s Service? Past recordings can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/FPDpast-services