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WORSHIP SERVICE
"Joy is the Secret of Resistance"
Sunday, June 28, 10:50 am, 2026
Heather Vickery, Guest Preacher
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Alice Walker says "resistance is the secret of joy" but the inverse is also true. Joy is the secret of resistance. In these tough times we often focus on resistance and forget to be joyful together. But Joy is essential! Our joy is what scares them, our joy is what we are fighting for. Join us to hear about some of UUSC's joyful resistance and to learn about how you too can lean into joy in these troubling times.
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Heather Vickery (she/her) is the Coordinator for Congregational Activism at the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC), and she supports UU congregations and other groups that want to do their justice work more effectively and faithfully. In both her paid and unpaid organizing work, she works deeply for trans and migrant liberation through the Pink Haven Coalition and the Community Accompaniment Program with Asylum Seekers. Heather is also an aspirant for UU ministry and a student at the Starr King School for the Ministry. When she is not working and organizing, you can find her and her rescue pup Nova hiking, gardening, and cooking with their loved ones.​​
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THE FLAME
UUSF Weekly Newsletter
June 24, 2026
The Flame, our weekly newsletter, is published every Wednesday! We cover Sunday services as well as recent UUSF news and upcoming events. On Fridays, we also send a brief email outlining the weekend's events. If you send us an email at flame@uusf.org The Flame will be sent directly to your inbox.
NEWCOMER ORIENTATION
Sunday, July 5, 2026
Fireside Room, 12:30pm
🌟 Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? 🌟
Join us this Sunday after the service for an exciting opportunity to dive into the heart of our vibrant community! Whether you're new to Unitarian Universalism or just exploring, we warmly invite you to connect with our welcoming members and discover what makes our congregation truly special.
This is your chance to mingle, ask questions, and uncover the myriad ways you can get involved!
Announcement of the 2026
Rheiner Award Recipient
Sunday, June 28, 2026
The recipient of the 2026 Rheiner Award will be announced on June 28 during our worship service. This award is presented periodically to a UUSF member whose community work outside our society is exceptional and demonstrates clear Unitarian Universalist values. The criteria are distinct in that the person chosen shows leadership abilities with a clear commitment to recognized truths and specific social justice issues that empower others to accomplish these goals—often by challenging the status quo or the powers that be.
The award is named in honor of the Rev. Conard Rheiner, a member of this congregation from 1967 to 1981, who pioneered essential services for marginalized individuals and co-founded Conard House in San Francisco.
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Please join us for the announcement at our service on Sunday, June 28.
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Explore our YouTube Channel for an array of inspiring music, powerful sermons, and engaging programming that appeals to all interests!
Pod and Country, is an entertaining, magazine-style listening experience where Unitarian Universalist values of democracy, liberty and justice are elevated. Each episode features interviews with leading thinkers, artists and activists interlaced with comedy sketches, music and poetry. Join us to lift and fortify your spirit as we fight against tyranny. The lights are on. Come on in!
Upcoming! & Watch Now
"Joy is the Secret of Resistance"
Sunday, June 28, 10:50 am, 2026
Dean Wyrzykowski: Facing 31 Years in Prison for Saving Dogs
Sunday, June 28, 9:30 am, 2026
"Fathers, Feathers, And Farewells"
Sunday, June 21, 10:50 am, 2026
Stephen Zunes on U.S. Policy Toward Israel & Palestine: How to Change It!
Sunday, June 14, 12:30 pm, 2026
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"What to Expect When You Are Expecting"
Sunday, June 14, 10:50 am, 2026
Joe Rivano Barros explores Mission Local's expansion in San Francisco,
focusing on politics, policing, and power dynamics.
Sunday, June 14, 9:30 am, 2026
"Celebrate! Our Annual Flower Communion Sunday"
Sunday, June 7, 10:50 am, 2026
Accompaniment as Justice: Supporting Youth and the Excluded
Sunday, June 7, 9:30 am, 2026
"The Power of Staying Curious or Life as a Treasure Hunter"
Sunday, May 31, 10:50 am, 2026
Understanding Autism & Neurodiversity
Sunday, May 31, 9:30 am, 2026
"War and the Quest for Meaning"
Sunday, May 24, 10:50 am, 2026
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CALENDAR
The calendar provides an overview of events happening at the church center. For more details about the events listed, we recommend reviewing the latest edition of the Flame (linked below), where all open events are listed with more information, or to contact our Reservations Manager.
WATCH & LISTEN
While we meet live every Sunday morning at 10:50 am PT, worship certainly isn’t restricted to those moments! Anytime you need a comforting word, a song that will help you with your life, visit our video archives or listen to one of our podcasts.
