2026-27 Theme: Facing the Future Together
This year, we are exploring our interdependence from the perspective of community. How do we make space for the flourishing of both the individual and the community? What personal values and practices nurture the kinds of communities that will help us meet the future? We may not know what the future holds, but we know it will be better if we face it together.
- October 2026: Agency and Acceptance
- November 2026: Change and Stability
- December 2026: Humility and Pride
- January 2027: Responsibility and Integrity
- February 2027: Power and Powerlessness
- March 2027: Expectations and Surprises
- April 2027: Forgiveness and Repair
- May 2027: Community and Individuality
Meaning Making Project offers multiple ways to get involved. Pick what is most meaningful and supportive for you:
Theme Packets
Our popular “theme packages” are created by a team of four ministers: Arran Morton, Fiona Heath, Lynn Harrison, and Karen Fraser Gitlitz. Adult reflection packages include an image, a short reflection by one of the ministers, questions, quotes, individual practices, and a complete script for group discussion. See a sample packet.
Sermon & Service Scripts
Includes the order of service, script and video reflections by ministers. Most services will follow the established format, with a 15-20 minute video reflection by a minister. A few will have a shorter ministerial reflection followed by an alternative service format.
Includes scheduled Zoom meetings you can join to get any questions answered live.
Music Packet
With original song options that expand and deepen your experience of the themes. Includes videos, lyrics, and (in some cases) PDF scores by UU songwriters Lynn Harrison and Lea Morris for use during the year.
Bonus:
The music packet is included at no cost with a subscription to any other packet (this year only).
Children & Families Packets
Includes a letter from a minister and adaptable activities that can be used for children’s programming in congregations or that families can incorporate into their regular routines.
Also includes printables for use at the activity table/family quilt during the Sunday service, in your newsletter, or at home.
Sample packet coming soon.
Supportive Community
All subscriptions have access to the free one-page handout advertising the monthly theme. Use this handout to advertise your worship service, small group ministry, or discussion. Includes the theme title and blurb, a photo, 3-4 questions and 3-5 quotes. This handout can be shared on your website, in your socials, in your newsletter, or printed for pickup at the back of your hall.
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