What to Expect on Sundays

We gather in worship to find meaning and live more deeply. Worship creates connections within, among, and beyond us, calling us to our better selves, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion.

Unitarian Universalist worship styles vary by congregation, and even within congregations. Some congregations’ worship is contemporary and high tech. Some congregations’ worship is traditional and formal. Some features exuberant music, some includes long periods of silent reflection.

Elements of a typical Common Ground service at Pathways Unitarian Universalist Church include:

  • Words of welcome
  • Lighting a flaming chalice, the symbol of our faith
  • A multi-generational segment, called the “Story for All Ages”
  • Music, both instrumental and vocal and in a variety of styles
  • A time to recognize Milestones of our Members and Friends
  • A meditation or prayer
  • Readings—ancient or contemporary
  • A sermon given by a professional minister, a guest speaker, or a member of the congregation on a variety of topics, not just religious
  • An offering, collecting financial donations for the congregation or for justice work in the community.

Pathways COVID Covenant Update

As of August 14, 2022 Pathways COVID policies have been suspended, they can and will be reinstated in the event that COVID or any other health concern is declared a public health emergency.

If you have further questions, please send them to office@pathwayuu.org

UPDATED PATHWAYS COVID PANDEMIC GATHERING COVENANT. In gathering together, we will:
  1.       Use this covenant and Pathways’ procedures to guide our actions.
  2.       Prioritize the health and safety of the whole community over our own sense of safety.
  3.       Gracefully give and accept covenant reminders.
  4.       Wearing a mask is optional.
  5.       Stay home if you have any COVID symptoms.
  6.       Stay home if you have COVID. You may return after you are symptom free at least 10 days,
  7.       Stay home if you have been directly exposed to COVID in the last 14 days.
  8.       Promptly inform the Board of Trustees if you discover a direct exposure, develop symptoms, or test positive for COVID within 48 hours after participating in a gathering at Pathways.  (office@PathwaysUU.org with subject line “exposure to COVID”)