Photos from inside First Universalist, Providence

I’ve been to First Universalist Church in Providence a few times over the years, but never so long as over General Assembly, when the church hosted morning prayer and vespers, and the usual Sunday service with a special observance of Holy Communion. Here are a mix of photos, taken after the services in the sanctuary,… Continue reading Photos from inside First Universalist, Providence

The surprising message boards

It had been eight years since I had attended a General Assembly in person, and even though I have been careful to watch streamed video and keep up with GA in social media, I knew there would be some surprises. Or more accurately, I expected to be surprised by some things. The one thing I didn’t expect… Continue reading The surprising message boards

Noticeable changes at General Assembly

I’ve noticed some changes in General Assembly since my last one in 2003. Something about it seems a bit more solid, more put together. For one thing, I approve of the schedule, which front-loads the workshop programming — but, alas put the Unitarian Universalist Christian Fellowship communion service on Thursday! That leaves the weekend for… Continue reading Noticeable changes at General Assembly

Reducing plastic: Banners at General Assembly

I’ve been thinking about how to reduce my plastic use, if for no other reason than it doesn’t biodegrade in a lifetime. (Crumbling isn’t the same.) Because the Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly is coming up, I have to wonder again about the Banner Parade — a major feature of the opening plenary session —… Continue reading Reducing plastic: Banners at General Assembly