A Personal Ode to Joy
Rev. Paula Norbert “I Believe in God: Ode to Joy”Synopsis : This week we turn to Luke’s writing which is an account in two acts: the Gospel biography of Jesus and then the story of the early church–the “Jesus community.” Whether you were a Jew or Gentile in those days, deciding to become a part […]
I Believe in Love: Daring Right Relationship
Rev. Paula Norbert Synopsis (read at the beginning of worship): In both the Gospel of Matthew and Isaiah, a messenger appears as a sign from God, heralding a new era. In each passage, we hear the words “do not be afraid” … offering a clue that the messenger–whether prophet or angel–was referencing something that induced […]
I Believe in the Sun: Hope for Tomorrow
Rev. Paula Norbert Isaiah 40: 1-11, Mark 1: 1-15 “Raise your voice… raise it; don’t be afraid!” – Isaiah 40:9 We gather today on this first Sunday of Advent to be together in prayer. I’m sure you have noticed that many in our local communities started decorating for the holidays early this year; I think […]
The Power of Gratitude
Rev. Paula Norbert We’re almost to the Thanksgiving holiday, and like so much this year, it will likely look very different than it has in the past. Throughout Scripture, we read about gratitude to God for the many blessings that the community has been given. In Hebrew Scripture, thanksgiving is offered above all to the […]
Hope on the Horizon
Rev. Paula Norbert Isaiah 65:17-25 In Isaiah’s reading today, we hear words of great comfort and hope that were spoken to the people of that time, close to 500 years before the time of Jesus on earth. I imagine they may serve as words of comfort and hope to us in this day as well. […]
Now Is The Time to show our Love and Support
During the Great Pause of 2020, the people from three towns, one community bordering the windswept Maine seashore stepped up to support each other, showing courage, ingenuity, and compassion. This video honors the heroes and helpers – for whom we have never been more grateful. Thank you, Arundel, Kennebunk, and Kennebunkport.
Marjorie Jamback Memorial
On Saturday, February 22, 2020 the family and friends of Marjorie gathered at the Saco ME Unitarian Universalist Church for a memorial service for Marjorie. Below is the program distributed at this service. Several of the speakers have shared their words of tribute and remembrance – click on the links within the program to read […]
Blessing of the Animals 2019
The Annual Animal Blessing occurred August 21, 2019. About a dozen dogs received a blessing from Pastor Paula and some gifts for each were given. Donations were also accepted for the Animal Welfare Society and the Lucky Pup Rescue. Paula was assisted by Ken and Anne Murray and Cotton Schlaver. Here are some images from […]
Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday at Union Church featured a parade of all in attendance, waving palms and making music. Click on any of the thumbnails below to view the full-sized images.
Dare to Hope–Dare to be Hope
August 26, 2018 — Rev. Nancy Parent BancroftReadings: Psalm 137: 1-6; 1 Corinthians 1:10-13; John 14:27 Clergy, like all other working groups, have their professional journals. And the big topic being discussed in them this year and often among clergy when they get together is how to preach given the present divisiveness and political climate. And the […]