When Words Don’t Matter

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This Sunday’s programming is being offered both in-person and online.

Caring words can comfort us in sadness; prophetic words can transform injustice. But in the hardest times, words are not always enough. How do we reach beneath language to the depths of each other’s spirits?

Rev. Abbey Tennis serves as Lead Minister at the First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia. A life-long UU, Abbey is passionate about vibrant, robustly spiritual ministry. Abbey has also served First Unitarian Church of Oakland, CA, and All Souls Church in Washington, D.C., as well as serving Starr King School for the Ministry as Interim Director of Advancement. Her previous career included climate change policy work and professional facilitation. Abbey lives in West Philly with her partner Kai, her 2 year old kiddo Nova, and their 2 cats, Teacup and Hildegard Von Batman.

  • 10:15 a.m. – Gathering Time Online & In-person
  • 10:30 a.m. – Sunday Service both Online & In-person
  • 10:30 a.m. – Religious Education for grades k-6, nursery available
  • 11:30 a.m. – Social Time Online & In-person

To read more about the Religious Education for children & youth this Sunday, visit the RE program page.

To read more about our current Covid planning, visit the Covid-19 Response page.