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Friday Update

Hope and Covenant
December 14, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Online and in-person
Rev. Bret Lortie

Soul Matters program minister Gretchen Haley reminds us that a covenant holds a whole vision for how to live in this complicated, beautiful, and broken world. It says we are most human when we bind ourselves in relationship of trust, accountability, and return to each other, which may not be the place from which we have come. For UUs, covenant is where we find common hope for ourselves and our future. 

Order of Service

We will Share the Plate with the Minister’s Discretionary Fund
The Minister’s Discretionary Fund is to help members in times of need and to help with leadership development. 
Click Here to Donate


MELD Donation Collection 

Once you have purchased the items listed on the ornament, please place them in the bin in the narthex designated for MELD donations.  Please do not wrap the items that you donate. 

 Donations will be collected through this Sunday, December 14.

Click Here to Donate to the Holiday Fund


Caring Team Holiday Cookies

Sunday, December 14
After service
Help us share holiday warmth with members in need of extra cheer!

  • Bring cookies to share
  • Join us for packing on Sunday, Dec. 14
  • Volunteer drivers are needed for delivery

All are welcome to help spread some holiday cheer!
Submitted by Rev. Joyce Palmer


UU2030 Young Adults

Sunday, December 14th
After Service

We’re building a welcoming faith community where young adults can explore spirituality, share experiences, and support one another on life’s journey. Whether you’re new to UU faith or have been part of it for years, you’ll find a space to belong.

Come meet new friends, deepen your connections, and help shape what UU2030 can become together!


Carpenters Place Sack Lunch Making

Sunday, December 14 after service
Let’s use the season of giving to give back to those that need it most in our community. Meet after service in the lower level of the church to help pack lunches!


Past Sunday Services

Did you know you can watch past Sunday services anytime? We have them on our website under past worship services so you never have to miss a Sunday! Click here to find a service that you haven’t seen yet! You can also always go to our Facebook and YouTube pages.

The Board of Trustees:
 President: Wendy Bennett
Vice President: Diane Kuehl
Clerk: Scott Garwick
Treasurer: Bob Spelman
Trustees: Kendra Asbury, Clark Logemann, Neita Webster

The Unitarian Universalist Church, Rockford, IL  |   4848 Turner St., Rockford, IL 61107   |   815-398-6322    |   uurockford.org  |



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