Services

The Awe-Inspiring Universe

Travel through the cosmos with AUUC member Neil Miller as he explains his connection to the planets, stars and the Universe and the relationship with our UU principles. Childcare is provided until 12:30 p.m.… more

Bridging Ceremony and Moments of Ministry

This special service will honor those members of the congregation who are meeting one of life’s important transitions. Sacred moments happen every day if we are willing and able to pay attention. The worship service will include a “charge” for the congregation to take with them over the summer.… more

Annual Meeting

As a convert to Unitarian Universalism, I have often been inspired by the way we do business. At my very first General Assembly, I sat through the business meetings and wept. It was so inspiring to see the things we are passionate about and to witness our efforts to include every voice in the conversation. Join us this morning for a worship service which incorporates the annual meeting, because it… more

Saratoga Warhorse Project

Honor the sacrifices of those who have served in war and peace, learn about an extraordinary Aiken program that pairs the experiences of retired racehorses with veterans as a path for renewal and healing. Julie Robins (Natural Horsemanship Teacher) presents with Veteran Joe Diaz, workshop graduate and strong advocate.… more

Flower Communion

Please bring flowers from your yard to share during this traditional Unitarian Universalist service which honors the gift which we bring and the gifts which we receive from this community of faith.

Join us for this poignant ritual which emerged as a UU tradition from a minister working in the shadow of Nazi Germany.

Greeters: Ellen Moore and Chris Fredell
Welcome: Renee Kauffman
Children’s… more

Mother’s Day – Parent’s Day – New Member Ceremony

This morning we will honor those people who gave so much to us by helping us live and grow. You are invited to bring a photo or memento of a parent or loved one who you would like to honor during this morning’s customized Joys and Sorrows ritual. In addition we will be welcoming New Members.… more

UU White Supermacy Teach-in

This morning we will shift our regularly scheduled Sunday morning worship to participate, along with over 600 other congregations in a teach-in on racism and white supremacy.
This call to action and worship comes from a growing network of UUs–religious professionals and lay leaders from both within and outside congregations–led by UUs of color and white UUs working together… more

Blessing of the Animals

Coordinated by Joya DiStefano ~ If you will be bringing a well-behaved animal companion for blessing, please let us know by emailing worship@aikenuu dot org

“We need another, and a wiser, and a perhaps more mystical concept of animals…
Animals are not brethren, they are not underlings;
they are other nations, caught with ourselves in the net of life and time.” ~ Henry Beston… more

Easter

Easter – Tradition Breakfast and Egg Hunt… more