August 4 – Climate Justice – FUUSN member Demie Stathoplos will lead a conversation about the social justice dimensions of environmental issues. How are we called to be in this time of climate crisis? How can we stand in a place that nourishes and connects us and work towards solutions that both inspire and challenge us? There will be a “talk back” in the Alliance Room after the service, from 11-12 noon.

August 11 – The Alchemy of Music – Have you ever wondered how it is that invisible vibrations of air can so immediately change your state of soul, and virtually take you to a transcendent place? Join Lois Shapiro to explore the magic of music as a spiritual practice. A heartfelt and wide-ranging dose of musical examples will be offered. September 1 – No Service

August 18 – Small Acts of Kindness – Even in a world filled with intractable problems, we can always be kind. In this service we will share stories of small kindnesses and the profound effect that kindness can have on those around us and on our own spirit.

August 25 – An interfaith family’s experience of a mother’s dying process – Betsy Simmons will share the story of how her interfaith family experienced and coped with their Mother’s choice to live and die well in home hospice by ceasing eating and drinking.