Worship This Week
10 a.m. October 19 th
Who Taught You Compassion?
Led by Rev. Niki joined by Anne D.
For our Sunday security, we lock the doors at 10:05. Ushers will monitor the doors until 10:15.
Church Activities This Week
Unless indicated otherwise, these activities welcome all members and friends.
Full calendar below with links to these & other upcoming events.
Saturday, October 18 - 10:00 AM No Kings Day of Mobilization
Sunday, Oct 19th @ 10:00 AM - Worship (Click Here to Live Stream)
Sunday, Oct 19th @ 6:30 PM - School Street Coffee House Open Mic Night
Thursday, Oct 23rd @ 7:00 PM - SBGM Movie Night
Saturday, Oct 25th @ 9:00 AM - Fall Clean-up day
Saturday, Oct 25th: Deadline for Messenger Submissions
Office Hours
Administrator
Brian Dustin
Mon/Wed/Fri 8-10 AM
Caring Needs
Message from Rev. Lori
Hello Good People,
This weekend Rev Niki will be reflecting on how we learned compassion. When we pause to think about compassion in our lives, we often find it was not something we discovered alone. Someone showed us—by word, by gesture, by example—what it looks like to care beyond oneself. Perhaps it was a parent who held us close when we were afraid, a teacher who listened with patience, a friend who stood beside us in a moment of struggle. Some of our teachers may not even have known the lesson they were giving, yet their kindness planted seeds in us that continue to grow.
Compassion is a gift handed from one heart to another, a chain of care stretching across generations. To remember those who taught us compassion is to honor the invisible web of love that makes us human. And now it is our turn: to live with the same gentleness, to extend the same understanding, so that someone else may one day say, “It was you who taught me compassion.”
Close your eyes for a moment and think of those who first showed you what compassion means. It may have been a parent, a grandparent, a teacher, a neighbor, or even a stranger. Perhaps it was a gentle word when you felt small, a hand extended when you were lost, or a quiet presence that made you feel safe. These moments, though ordinary at the time, planted something in us. They reminded us that we are never alone, that kindness has the power to carry us through pain, and that to care for another is to give them life itself.
As we remember those who taught us compassion, let us also recognize that we now carry their gift forward. Every time we choose patience over irritation, understanding over judgment, generosity over indifference, we become part of that same lineage of love.
Compassion is not ours to keep—it is ours to share!
Rev Lori Whittemore
(she, her, hers)
Unitarian Universalist Church of Saco Biddeford
Maine Needs Winter Gear – A Collection Drive
We need warm coats, warm hats, waterproof boots & Gloves, snow pants, warm socks for adults and kids. Gently used or new welcome. A drop box will be available at the church.
Ongoing activities
Share the Plate: October
Portland Treatment Center
At Portland Treatment near Portland, Maine, we understand that every individual’s path to recovery is unique. Whether you or your loved one is struggling with alcohol dependency or a substance use disorder, our compassionate team is here to guide you toward lasting hope and healing. From day one, our goal is to provide a safe, welcoming environment where you feel empowered to take the first step toward a healthier future. With programs tailored to your needs—like our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and referrals for detox services —we’re committed to helping you reclaim control of your life.
School Street Coffeehouse Fundraiser
School Street Coffeehouse is pleased to offer special edition stickers, donated by Thomas Clukey, as part of a $1 fundraiser.
Stickers will be available at Coffeehouse events, open mikes, and during Social Hour on Sundays. For those of you at a distance, stickers can be obtained by mail with a $1 donation and a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Every sticker purchased will support and give visability to the Coffeehouse, helping sustain this brand new tradition at UUCSB.
Hannaford Gift Cards
Would you like to donate to the church in a way that doesn’t cost you anything? If you buy your weekly groceries with a Hannaford gift card purchased from UUCSB, the church gets 5%. Our church depends on this fundraiser to contribute to its operating budget. Cards are available in $100 or $50 denominations. Gift cards are for sale in the Parish Hall every Sunday after the worship service. If you are worshiping virtually, just call or email Jane P. and make arrangements to pick them up at another time. Thank you for participating in this fundraiser in support of our church.
Save the Date! Upcoming Events
Highlights this week:
School Street Coffeehouse – October 19 @ 7:00 PM - First ever open mike night. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Come help build something special! Be part of shaping our musical community – bring your talent to share, or simply come to listen and support local musicians. Enjoy a relaxed Sunday night with friends, coffee, and homemade desserts/snacks. Proceeds from food and coffee sales will go right back into the Coffeehouse to support future programming! Want to help but can’t make it? Bake and donate a pie or other baked item. Contact Melissa W. ordrop off donations (labeled “Coffeehouse” after coffee hour. Let’s make this a night of connection, creativity, and community!
Work Day – October 25 - B&G is reviving an old tradition on Oct. 25 from 9 to noon. Come join us for a congregational workday. We will have jobs listed. You decide what you’d like to work on. There will be jobs for all skills and abilities. No need to sign up; just show up! FMI – Anne D. 282-6600
These UUCSB meetings, community events, and important deadlines are just around the corner.
Learn more by clicking on a square or check out our full calendar over here!
