Sunday Worship Service
​this sunday, october 4, 2026 service
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“Grief and Joy” Rev. Daniel Lawlor
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The Claytons have chosen this thoughtful topic as their sermon choice auction prize: an exploration of grief- and the joy that can sometimes accompany us even when we are in grief. What do the ancient rabbis and preachers, and modern voices in our tradition, have to say about grief? Join us Sunday for a special variation of Joys and Sorrows, beautiful music, and a reflection on dignity, loss and love.
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Join us in person this Sunday at 10:00am for an hour-long service followed immediately by a coffee hour featuring refreshments and snacks. All are welcome.
View the service Live Streamed and click on the Zoom link to join the coffee hour immediately afterwards.
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​​Find videos of past worship services on our YouTube channel.
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Sundays for children and youth
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Children are encouraged to join their families in the sanctuary where they are welcome to help ring the building’s bell. After the first 15-20 minutes of the service, they have the option of joining the religious exploration leader in the adjoining hall for activities and age-appropriate religious exploration. Childcare is also available for the very young. Of course, all are welcome to remain in the sanctuary for the entire service.
Learn about this week’s program for kids.​
Explore our philosophy for religious exploration.
IN THE COMING WEEKs
AT UUCHV
​​'Compassionate Communication' Workshop
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Simple practices for greater connection with others, Saturday, October 3rd, 2pm, UUCHV's Fellowship Hall.
Transform your ability to repair, reconnect, and build stronger relationships with others through the techniques of Compassionate Communication. Andy Dillon, a certified trainer, will lead an illuminating and interactive 90-minute workshop. This event is open to the public and is followed by a reception where you can meet Andy and fellow participants. Bring friends! Learn more.
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​​Jazz at the UU
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Jazz performances by local area artists, Friday, October 9th, 7:30pm, UUCHV's sanctuary.
Join us each second Friday of the month from September through June to enjoy the musical stylings of a rotating cast of talented Croton-area instrumentalists and singers as they explore a range of jazz styles as well as revisit familiar standards. A complimentary reception follows each performance. Admission is donation based. Learn more.
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​Drop-in Community Circle
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All are welcome for this discussion group, Sunday, October 18th, 11:30am, UUCHV's sanctuary.
An integral part of spiritual and community life for many at UUCHV is their monthly community circle meeting. If you've never tried one or if there isn't one that currently that fits your schedule join us after coffee hour and give it a try! Share thoughts and connect with others as we'll explore this month's theme -- Courage. During the month of October, find a link to the optional reading materials in the E-news and look on the Welcome Table at coffee hour for the sign up sheets for the new groups forming this fall! Learn more.
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​Fourth Fridays
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Social group for LGBTQIA+ youth and their allies, Friday, October 23rd, 5:30-7:30pm, Peekskill Neighborhood Hub.
This monthly social group for teens gathers in downtown Peekskill on the fourth Friday night of each month throughout the school year (Sept.-June). This community effort run by trained volunteers is a safe, fun place for youth from Westchester, Rockland, and Putnam counties to eat dinner, get to know each other, enjoy some games and activities, and just be themselves! UUCHV volunteers proudly support this program. Learn more.
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Mark you calendar: ​
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Family Game Night, Saturday, November 14th, 5:30pm-8:30pm, UUCHV's Fellowship Hall.​