Upcoming Services
Sunday Service is held at 10:00 AM. Click here to watch service online.
💜 Journey with us in joy, possibility, and hope 💜
💜 Journey with us in joy, possibility, and hope 💜
Sunday, July 12, 2026
"Beauty In the Heart of the Beholder" by Rev. Brigitte Bechtold
Lay Led by Robert Felton
Borrowing (with permission) from a recent Soul Matters packet, UUCY member Robert Felton will present some perspectives on beauty - how to recognize it and where to find it; or where we might not expect to find it.
It is often said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But isn’t the beholder influenced by what is culturally acceptable and in vogue, by ideas about perfection? What if we look at the beauty in things that are so-called “imperfect”? What if we look into our hearts and allow for the beauty that is in the heart of the beholder? Then what we love is what is beautiful, and the more we love, the more beauty we see around us and the more we can embrace beautiful possibilities.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
The Water in the Wave
Lay Led by the Water in the Wave Sangha
The York Water in the Wave Sangha, a Plum Village Buddhist group, will be facilitating the July 19th service. Members of the Sangha will share the story of Thich Nhat Hanh. Thich Nhat Hanh was exiled from his home country of Vietnam for his peace advocacy work during the Vietnam War. His students were murdered, his villages were bombed, and yet, he continued to advocate for peace. Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by MLK Jr. in 1967 for his anti-war efforts, he is widely credited with bringing mindfulness to the West and for pioneering the concept of Engaged Buddhism which calls practitioners to apply Buddhist practices towards social, environmental, and economic issues and initiatives. Thich Nhat Hanh coined the term "Inter-being" -- the deep realization that nothing exists in isolation and that we are completely interconnected with all people, species, and the Earth itself. From this perspective, the Plum Village Tradition advocates for mindful activism and believes that pursuing social justice is not an intellectual obligation, but a natural extension of compassion. By teaching activists and practitioners how to look deeply at the root causes of systemic suffering without burning out or fueling hatred and violent discourse, the Plum Village Tradition teaches us how to bridge the gap between inner peace and collective liberation. You are invited to join us on this exploration of the teachings, how they align with UU Values, and how we may apply this practice to our own activism work so that we may advocate for a better tomorrow and continue beautifully into the future.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Playlist Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
Music has a remarkable way of carrying our memories, expressing our values, and connecting us across generations. Join Rev. Christin to explore the soundtracks of our lives and what they reveal about who we are, what we love, and what gives us hope.
Click here to help UUCY make a summer playlist by July 22!
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Road Trip Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
Summer road trips don’t always go exactly as planned. From unexpected detours to memorable companions, road trips have a way of teaching us lessons about trust, discovery, and what matters most. Join Rev. Christin to explore what the spiritual journey has in common with life on the open road.
Click here to share your best Road Trip Stories with Rev. Christin by July 29!
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Campfire Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
For thousands of years, people have gathered around fires to tell stories, build community, and make meaning together. As summer begins to wind down, we'll reflect on the stories we share, the wisdom we pass along, and the light we offer one another.
Click here to share a Campfire Moment with Rev. Christin by Aug 5!
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Worship Service
Led by Guest Speaker Michael Mehrazar, Executive Director of UUJusticePA
Sunday, August 23, 2026
That's How We Love (Original Musical)
Led by Lay Leader Sebastian (Bast) Summers, from the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Blockbuster Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
Whether at the movie theater or in the comfort of our own smaller screens, the stories on film that we return to again and again reveal something about our fears, our dreams, and our deepest hopes. Together we’ll explore what popular movies can teach us about courage, belonging, and the human spirit.
Click here to share your Favorite Movies & Why by Aug 26!
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Backyard Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
Sometimes we travel far in search of meaning, only to discover that wisdom has been waiting just outside our door. This Labor Day weekend, Rev. Christin will explore how ordinary places – like yards, patios, neighborhoods, and summer barbecues – can become sacred ground.
Click here to share your own Backyard Revelation(s)!
"Beauty In the Heart of the Beholder" by Rev. Brigitte Bechtold
Lay Led by Robert Felton
Borrowing (with permission) from a recent Soul Matters packet, UUCY member Robert Felton will present some perspectives on beauty - how to recognize it and where to find it; or where we might not expect to find it.
It is often said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But isn’t the beholder influenced by what is culturally acceptable and in vogue, by ideas about perfection? What if we look at the beauty in things that are so-called “imperfect”? What if we look into our hearts and allow for the beauty that is in the heart of the beholder? Then what we love is what is beautiful, and the more we love, the more beauty we see around us and the more we can embrace beautiful possibilities.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
The Water in the Wave
Lay Led by the Water in the Wave Sangha
The York Water in the Wave Sangha, a Plum Village Buddhist group, will be facilitating the July 19th service. Members of the Sangha will share the story of Thich Nhat Hanh. Thich Nhat Hanh was exiled from his home country of Vietnam for his peace advocacy work during the Vietnam War. His students were murdered, his villages were bombed, and yet, he continued to advocate for peace. Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by MLK Jr. in 1967 for his anti-war efforts, he is widely credited with bringing mindfulness to the West and for pioneering the concept of Engaged Buddhism which calls practitioners to apply Buddhist practices towards social, environmental, and economic issues and initiatives. Thich Nhat Hanh coined the term "Inter-being" -- the deep realization that nothing exists in isolation and that we are completely interconnected with all people, species, and the Earth itself. From this perspective, the Plum Village Tradition advocates for mindful activism and believes that pursuing social justice is not an intellectual obligation, but a natural extension of compassion. By teaching activists and practitioners how to look deeply at the root causes of systemic suffering without burning out or fueling hatred and violent discourse, the Plum Village Tradition teaches us how to bridge the gap between inner peace and collective liberation. You are invited to join us on this exploration of the teachings, how they align with UU Values, and how we may apply this practice to our own activism work so that we may advocate for a better tomorrow and continue beautifully into the future.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Playlist Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
Music has a remarkable way of carrying our memories, expressing our values, and connecting us across generations. Join Rev. Christin to explore the soundtracks of our lives and what they reveal about who we are, what we love, and what gives us hope.
Click here to help UUCY make a summer playlist by July 22!
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Road Trip Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
Summer road trips don’t always go exactly as planned. From unexpected detours to memorable companions, road trips have a way of teaching us lessons about trust, discovery, and what matters most. Join Rev. Christin to explore what the spiritual journey has in common with life on the open road.
Click here to share your best Road Trip Stories with Rev. Christin by July 29!
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Campfire Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
For thousands of years, people have gathered around fires to tell stories, build community, and make meaning together. As summer begins to wind down, we'll reflect on the stories we share, the wisdom we pass along, and the light we offer one another.
Click here to share a Campfire Moment with Rev. Christin by Aug 5!
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Worship Service
Led by Guest Speaker Michael Mehrazar, Executive Director of UUJusticePA
Sunday, August 23, 2026
That's How We Love (Original Musical)
Led by Lay Leader Sebastian (Bast) Summers, from the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Blockbuster Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
Whether at the movie theater or in the comfort of our own smaller screens, the stories on film that we return to again and again reveal something about our fears, our dreams, and our deepest hopes. Together we’ll explore what popular movies can teach us about courage, belonging, and the human spirit.
Click here to share your Favorite Movies & Why by Aug 26!
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Backyard Theology
Led by Rev. Christin Green
Sometimes we travel far in search of meaning, only to discover that wisdom has been waiting just outside our door. This Labor Day weekend, Rev. Christin will explore how ordinary places – like yards, patios, neighborhoods, and summer barbecues – can become sacred ground.
Click here to share your own Backyard Revelation(s)!
