Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Greater Cumberland

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Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Greater Cumberland We are a welcoming congregation. Unitarian Universalism is a "covenantal" rather than a creedal faith. We are a theologically diverse congregation.

The UUFGC is a dynamic, liberal religious community whose members and friends support one another in a continuing commitment to a free, open, and loving search for spiritual and religious truth and meaning. Unitarian Universalist congregations are places where people gather to nurture their spirits and put their faith into action by helping to make our communities - and the world - a better place. We hold a diversity of beliefs and support on-going spiritual exploration and growth, but we share a commitment to compassion and service in our relationships with others. "We're a very pluralistic faith, religiously, and my experience of and relationship to the holy does not need to inform the experience of the relationship of the holy of others in our faith."
- The Reverend William Sinkford, President of the UUA, St .Petersburg Times interview. Our shared worship is framed around our belief that how we live together - how we take care of each other and the earth - is critically important, and we strive to live our lives guided by compassion and a commitment to social justice. We also commit to each other that we will respect and support each person's sincere, responsible search for truth and meaning, and we recognize that this is an ever-evolving journey. We are an ethical and liberal religious community dedicated to promoting the ongoing search for truth and to affirming the inherent worth and dignity of every individual. We welcome all who would like to be part of a caring, open-minded, spiritual community. You can learn more about Unitarian Universalism at http://www.uua.org/

11/06/2026

November 8th 10:45 a.m.
Rev. Paul Britner
"Redemption"
What does it mean to be redeemed if we do not believe we are inherently fallen or sinful. In the Unitarian Universalist tradition, redemption need not mean being rescued from divine punishment. It can mean the possibility of beginning again - of repairing what has been broken, releasing what no longer serves us, and becoming more fully the people we hope to be.
Stay after for coffee and conversation.

Our November Social Action recipient is the LaVale United Methodist Food Pantry. Money collected will be matched by the LaVale Lions club.

10/30/2026

November 1st 10:45 a.m.
Michelle Saville
"Living the Questions"
We'll explore the possibility that questions are not problems to be solved, but companions that can deepen our awareness, widen our compassion, and open us to new ways of seeing and being.

Stay after for coffee and conversation.

We are continuing our collection of travel size toiletries, socks, and men's jeans. Please place items in the box in the coffee room.

10/24/2026

October 25th 10:45 a.m.
Brian D. F. Richmond
"Love Thy Neighbor - Embrace the Rainbow "
Given our current situation in America, how can we actively support our LGBTQ brothers and sisters while reaching out to help mend broken connections within our community?

After the service stop by the UUFGC table at PRIDE.

10/16/2026

October 18th 10:45 a.m
JD Stillwater
"Into the New: Infants and Other Beginnings"
JD will explore the infinite possibilities embodied in newborn babies, newborn moments, and in all the diverse expressions of a creative universe that takes us "into the new". Cameo appearances by Alfred Hitchcock, dorkishness, and apple pie are possible.

We are continuing our collection of socks, men's jeans, and travel size toiletries for the unhoused.

If you would like to help others by volunteering at the Community Cafe please talk to Maureen Connell about the dates and times we will be there.

10/08/2026

October 11th 10:45 a.m.
Rev. Paul Britner
"Religion Without an Afterlife"
This message explores what it means to cultivate a spiritual life grounded not in promises about another world, but in the wonder, relationships, struggles, and possibilities of this one.
Stay after for coffee and conversation.

Our Social Action collection this month will go to two campus-based food pantries:
ACM's The Pantry and FSU's PAWS Pantry. Both primarily function to provide food and necessities to students and decrease the impact that food insecurity has on their academic success.

10/02/2026

October 4th 10:45 a.m.
"My Spiritual Journey"
We each have a story of our personal spiritual journey. Join us as three members of the congregation share their reflections on the paths their journeys have taken.

Reminder....we are collecting socks and hygiene items for the unhoused through December 23rd. Hygiene items should be travel size.
T shirts and men's jeans are also needed. A collection box is in the coffee room.

09/25/2026

September 27th. 10:45 a.m.
Ilene Evans
"The Lion's Whisker"
An internationally known storyteller, Ilene will share an old Ethiopian folktale with themes of healing and redemption in relationships.
Stay after for coffee and conversation.

09/18/2026

September 20th. 10:45 a.m.
Rev. Mike Franch
"Here We Are, Together Again"
What do we want from our religion? Come share thoughts and feelings. Stay after for coffee and conversation.

From September through December we will be again collecting items for the unhoused. Personal hygiene items should be travel size.
Socks for men, women, and children are especially needed.
Items will be distributed by AHEC West's Possibility Shop.
A collection box will be in the coffee room.

09/11/2026

The Social Action recipient for September is The Faith Network Benevolence Fund.

09/08/2026

Our new church year starts this Sunday September 13th at 10:45 a.m. This will be our traditional water service. You are invited to bring water you may have collected during your summer travels or even tap water to add to our communal water bowl. Rev. Paul Britner will present a short homily and special music will be provided by the newly formed UUFGC Singers. Stay after for coffee and conversation.

Address

211 S Lee Street
Cumberland, MD
21502

Opening Hours

10:45am - 12pm

Telephone

+12403780707

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