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Radical Hospitality
September 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Online and in-person
Rev. Bret Lortie
Theologian Matthew Fox calls the kind of hospitality that leaves us vulnerable and even uncomfortable “cosmic hospitality,” building on the term “radical hospitality” made popular by Father Daniel Homan. It’s found in the Christian parable of the Good Samaritan, in Buddhist lovingkindness meditations, and, when we’re aware and on our game, within the walls of the church. [Thinking about the “beginning” of walking into a new place, something that get lost with the decades.]
Last Sunday we raised $627.84 for Rockford Promise
Our Share the Plate recipient for this week is Comprehensive Community Solutions, Inc. an organization that drives the fundamental transformation of neighborhoods, communities, and the circumstances of young people through the facilitation of workforce development that leads to a sustainable wage, meaningful community engagement, and affordable housing. We will direct our contributions to the Youth Build program which serves 16 – 24 year old individuals who are motivated to improve their lives. Click Here to Donate
David Arnold’s Memorial Service is tomorrow, September 18, 2026, at 10 a.m.
Please click the link here to watch the livestream on YouTube.
Getting to Know UU-Path to Membership Sunday, September 20th at 11:15 Sanctuary
Are you interested in membership at UU Church Rockford? Join us for our next Getting to Know UU program to learn about our theology, religious education, and how to get connected to our small groups. We will meet for about an hour. Our gathering includes a tour of the building. No need to register, just show up. Questions? See Rev. Joyce.
One of the strengths of our faith tradition is its commitment to hearing all voices – which means that the search process includes a lot of different ways for us all to make our voices heard. We acknowledge that there is a lot to keep track of, so we want to highlight three important dates that are coming up this fall.
Friday, September 25, 5:30pm: Potluck/Town Hall
Sunday, September 27: Ministerial Search Survey closes at the end of the day!
Saturday, November 14: Break Barriers, Build Beliefs (B4) Workshop
More details will be shared as this gets closer, but for now – save the date!
Submitted by Rebecca Beneditz (Search Committee Communications Coordinator)
Parent Potluck
We invite folks who are raising school aged children and the children in their lives to join us for food and fellowship!
Thursday, September 24
5:00 – 7:00 pm (drop in any time!)
Deale Hall (please remain inside Deale Hall)
Pizza will be provided
Bring your own reusable water bottle/beverage
*If you have the bandwidth and would like to bring a side such as fruit, veggies, chips and salsa, or a dessert, feel free. Reusable plates or utensils would be a bonus too.
*Can’t bear the thought of being responsible for one more detail but would love the company of other adults? We’ve got you! Show up as you are, we’d love to have you!
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 YouTube page.
The Board of Trustees:
President: Diane Kuehl
Vice President: Sandi Campbell
Clerk: Scott Garwick
Treasurer: Teresa Wilmot
Trustees: Kendra Asbury, Neita Webster, Jason Peckels
The Unitarian Universalist Church, Rockford, IL | 4848 Turner St., Rockford, IL 61107 | 815-398-6322 | uurockford.org |
