UUABQ Voice

April 26, 2026: Youth and the Interconnected Web of Life

The amazing youth in our congregation chose the theme, music, and readings for this service,  and wrote reflections to guide the congregation. The service also includes a child dedication ceremony for seven children and youth, and a special ritual to say goodbye to our Director of Congregational Life, Laira Magnusson, and her family.

April 19, 2026: "Earth Day" The Rev. Stacey Mitchell

Music: Susan Peck with Cantabilis.

April 12, 2026: “Come to Jesus: Some Things My Mental Illness Taught Me” Christina Socorro Yovovich

How did rejecting the shame and stigma surrounding their mental illness help Christina root more fully into our beloved community? How can listening to all the parts of yourself bring you strength? Come contemplate through story and reflection. The service will include a farewell ritual for Rev. Beth Elliot, our departing Associate Minister. After the service, there will be a short reception for her with some special music led by Susan Peck. Music: Lydia Clark, Staff Musician. Christina Socorro Yovovich’s pronouns are she/her/they/them. She has been a member of First Unitarian since 2014. Their family roots begin in Mexico and Montenegro and the labels they claim for themself include writer, mother, artist, bipolar, autistic, fat, person with PTSD, and wisdom seeker.

April 5, 2026: "Easter: Resurrection and Reincarnation" The Rev. Stacey Mitchell

A reflection for Easter on resurrection and reincarnation, through a look at Jesus, Buddhism, and the earth. Music: Susan Peck and Chalice Choir, with Lydia Clark, Vance Bass, Chris Paul.

March 29, 2026: “Palm Sunday: Jesus as Social Justice Advocate” The Rev. Stacey Mitchell

Rev. Stacey will reflect on how Jesus related to power, and what was historically happening that led to his death. Music: Lydia Clark & Susan Peck