"If Jesus Were Here Now: An Easter Reflection" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian (In-Person)
2025-04-20 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “If Jesus Were Here Now: An Easter Reflection” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian at 10:30 a.m.
This Easter, we turn our hearts to the life of Jesus of Nazareth—his teachings, his compassion, and his activism. In honoring his journey, we reflect on how his message continues to speak to the longings and struggles of our world today.
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Date: April 20, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
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"Sacred Mirrors: Finding Ourselves in Unexpected Friendships" - Rev. Dr. Sandra Coppola (In-Person)
2025-05-04 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Sacred Mirrors: Finding Ourselves in Unexpected Friendships” led by Rev. Dr. Sandra Coppola, at 10:30 a.m.
Some friendships come as unexpected surprises—unplanned, unpolished, and deeply meaningful. There are often connections that appear and reflect aspects of ourselves that we hadn’t yet recognized.
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Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"Be Impeccable With Your Word: The 4 Agreements (PART 1) Revisited" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian (In-Person)
2025-05-18 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Be Impeccable With Your Word: The 4 Agreements (PART 1) Revisited” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian, at 10:30 a.m.
In his extraordinary book, The Four Agreements, Don Miguel Ruiz offers timeless wisdom for transforming our lives and relationships. During this service, we will focus on the first of these agreements: Be Impeccable With Your Word. Together, we’ll explore how our thoughts and words shape our lives, influence those around us, and ultimately affect the world we share.
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Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"A UU Flower Communion Service & Gathering of Love and Remembrance for Al Stawsky" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian (In-Person)
2025-06-01 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “A UU Flower Communion Service & Gathering of Love and Remembrance for Al Stawsky” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian, at 10:30 a.m.
Our Flower Communion, an annual tradition, honors the beauty of our individuality and the unity of our community. You’re invited to BRING A FLOWER to place into our vase and choose a different one from the bouquet to take home.
This Sunday, we will also celebrate the life of our beloved congregant and friend, Al Stawsky. Feel free to bring photos, thoughts and stories to share as we honor Al’s incredible spirit, lasting impact on our community, and endless dedication to overcoming racism and injustice.
We look forward to seeing you at The Bristal at Englewood!
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Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"Silence = Death: A UU Pride Month Service" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian (In-Person & Online)
2025-06-15 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Silence = Death: A UU Pride Month Service” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian, at 10:30 a.m.
Join us for a powerful Pride service titled “Silence Equals Death,” honoring the legacy of LGBTQ+ resistance and confronting the urgent challenges facing our community today. Through music, readings, and reflection, we’ll celebrate courage, affirm love, and recommit to breaking the silence in the face of injustice.
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Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"Glad I Have A Glass" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian (In-Person & Online)
2025-07-06 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Glad I have A Glass” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian, at 10:30 a.m.
Can being grateful change your life? Join Rev. Sonia this Sunday as we explore “The Power of Gratitude” and how it just might open the door to deeper happiness.
We look forward to seeing you at The Bristal at Englewood!
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Date: Sunday, July 6, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"What Makes a King Out of a Slave" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian & Rev. Jeep Ries (In-Person & Online)
2025-07-20 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “What Makes a King Out of a Slave” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian and Special Guest Speaker, Rev. Jeep Ries, at 10:30 a.m.
Join our dear friend and Guest Minister Rev. Jeep Ries as she shares a Theosophical approach to the beloved Wizard of Oz allegory.
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MEET REV. JEEP RIES – As an Interfaith Minister, a Komyo Reiki Kai master, Sound Healer, Chakra Therapist, Shamanic Practitioner, Rev. Jeep Ries is called to bring love, understanding, acceptance, communication, dignity and authenticity to those in need and request.
For over 40 years, Rev. Jeep has studied with numerous teachers and modalities including the Theosophical Society, the Twelve Steps, Hindu Pandits at the Himalayan Institute, Buddhism at Jivamukti and, Om Yoga, One Spirit Interfaith Seminary, New Thought, Michael Harner’s Core Shamanism, and Chakra Therapy with Anodea Judith.
Her Spiritual Coaching practice supports an individual’s emergence of their authentic self, however that may present on the spiritual continuum. Jeep is also a seasoned retreat leader and performs all life cycle ceremonies.

Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"The Stillness Within the Battle" - A Reflection on the Bhagavad Gita - Rev. Pippa Jones (In-Person & Online)
2025-07-27 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “The Stillness Within the Battle” – A Reflection on the Bhagavad Gita” led by Rev. Pippa Jones, at 10:30 a.m.
This Sunday Rev. Pippa Jones invites us on a journey into one of the most profound spiritual texts in world literature: the Bhagavad Gita. This sacred dialogue—part poetry, part philosophy, part scripture—emerges from the vast tapestry of the Hindu tradition. It is ancient yet timely, its wisdom rippling far beyond its origins. Come discover with us this extraordinary work and how it speaks into our lives today.
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Date: Sunday, July 27, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"Joanna Macy - a Guide for Our Time" - Rev. Pippa Jones (In-Person & Online)
2025-08-03 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Joanna Macy – a Guide for Our Time” led by Rev. Pippa Jones, at 10:30 a.m.
The renowned Buddhist thinker, environmentalist and author Joanna Macy passed away on July 19, 2025. This Sunday Rev. Pippa Jones will honor her gifts to us and her vision for the global awakening our planet needs. We are, said Joanna, standing before the possibilities of “a Great Unraveling”. Let us listen to and learn from the life and legacy of this extraordinary soul.
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Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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“The Sacred Thread of Friendship” - Rev. Sonia Ketchian & Rev. Pippa Jones (In-Person & Online)
2025-08-10 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “The Sacred Thread of Friendship” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian & Rev. Pippa Jones, at 10:30 a.m.
Join Rev. Sonia Ketchian and Rev. Pippa Jones this Sunday for The Sacred Thread of Friendship—a special UUCP service celebrating the sacred bonds that connect us across time and culture, and the joy of Rev. Pippa’s IN-PERSON visit from South Africa.
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Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"Ubuntu - I Am Because You Are" - Rev. Pippa Jones (In-Person & Online)
2025-08-17 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Ubuntu – I Am Because You Are” led by Rev. Pippa Jones, at 10:30 a.m.
Ubuntu is a deeply rooted African philosophy, originating in Southern Africa, that says our humanity is defined through our inter-connectedness with others and with all of Life. It was popularized globally through its role in restorative justice after the end of Apartheid. Join Rev. Pippa Jones this Sunday IN PERSON where she will share this guiding principle, relevant to us all, and her own experience of ubuntu in action.
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Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"Mingyur Rinpoche - Boundless Compassion" - Rev. Pippa Jones (In-Person & Online)
2025-08-31 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Mingyur Rinpoche – Boundless Compassion” led by Rev. Pippa Jones, at 10:30 a.m.
Mingyur Rinpoche embodies the ancient insights of Tibetan Buddhism in a way that is accessible to all. As a young man afflicted with anxiety and panic attacks, he learned to transform his life through meditation. Today he is a world renowned teacher, author of several powerful books, and a subject of scientific study. This week is his first ever visit to Africa. Rev. Pippa Jones will share her experience of meeting him and offer some nuggets of his wisdom for us all to treasure.
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Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"A Celebration of Rumi" - Rev. Pippa Jones (Online Only)
2025-09-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual, United States
Please join UUCP for today’s online service, “A Celebration of Rumi” led by Rev. Pippa Jones, at 10:30 a.m.
September is the month in which the beloved poet and mystic, Jalāl al-Dīn Muḥammad Rūmī, is remembered worldwide. His sublime poetry transcends time, touching peoples lives with deep spiritual insight, profound love, and universal truth. Join Rev Pippa this Sunday for an interactive service in which we share and savor his words and let them illuminate our paths.
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"Finding Our Way to Forgiveness" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian (In-Person & Online)
2025-09-21 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Finding Our Way to Forgiveness” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian, at 10:30 a.m.
Join us this Sunday as we explore the liberating path of forgiveness – through the lens of wisdom teachers, spiritual traditions, and stories from the heart.
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Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"Can There Be Happiness and Peace in the Aftermath of Tragedy?" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian & Audrey B. Carlson (In-Person & Online)
2025-09-28 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Can There Be Happiness and Peace in the Aftermath of Tragedy?” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian and Special Guest Speaker, Audrey B. Carlson, at 10:30 a.m.
When tragedy turns life upside down, how do we find the courage to breathe again, to heal, and to live with new meaning? Together with our guest speaker, Audrey B. Carlson, we will reflect on the resilience of the human spirit and the possibility of peace after loss.
We look forward to seeing you at The Bristal at Englewood!

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MEET AUDREY B. CARLSON – Can one ever laugh without the pangs of guilt, open your heart to love again and learn to thrive and not merely survive? These are many of the questions we ask ourselves when life as we knew it no longer exists. Our daughter Elizabeth was murdered by her ex-boyfriend, our veterinarian, when she was just twenty-four. There is absolutely nothing to prepare you for such a tragedy. There came the day when I had to make the choice. Was I going to be engulfed in the treacherous waves of despair and fear, or was I going to go on my own journey to find a level of happiness and life with new meaning and purpose?
I want to tell my story with hopes that others who walk in my shoes can come to understand how we are all connected through pain, loss, grief, disappointment and failure. These are wounds that are not easily visible but run deep and leave unforgettable scars. In the words of my mentor Dr. Bernie Siegel, “we need to learn how to take all the — in our life, sprinkle compost on it and watch what grows.”
When I could not breathe, I had to learn how. I explored the invisible intangible spirit world desperate to find answers to unanswered questions. For the first time in my life I felt the need to go back to school. I chose a graduate program of Holistic Health and Healing studies to learn and evolve into the person I needed to be.
My travels took me behind prison walls asking questions about forgiveness and love. I became empowered and fueled through a new understanding and knowledge with what happens in the absence of love. I found my own way to let go of the gnawing anger and not let it manifest in dis-ease knowing full well it potentially would kill me, too. I was not going to let Elizabeth’s murderer kill me and my family. We needed to carve out a new life and not be defined by tragedy and surround ourselves with others of the same mind set.
Audrey is the facilitator of The Hartford Happiness Club which was launched in May of 2014 and continues to grow locally as well as sprout globally. Monthly free meetings are at The Town and Country Club which provides a wonderful place for people to meet, grow and connect. I would love to share my story and how I chose happiness, peace and love in the aftermath of losing our daughter.

Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"The Legacy of St. Francis: A Blessing of the Animals" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian (In-Person & Online)
2025-10-05 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “The Legacy of St. Francis: A Blessing of the Animals” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian at 10:30 a.m.
Join us as we reflect on the sacred and inspiring life of St. Francis of Assisi and how his legacy gave rise to the tradition of blessing the animals. You are welcome to bring photos of your beloved pets—past or present—to share in community as part of this meaningful gathering.
Blessing of the Animals – Potluck Gathering to Follow
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Arlene and Donna’s home
Please bring a dish to share. Well-behaved animal companions and their humans are invited to join us! Blessings and Reiki healing energy will be shared with our beloved pets.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"Remembering Dr. Jane Goodall (1934 - 2025)" - Rev. Pippa Jones (In-Person & Online)
2025-10-12 10:30 - 12:00 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Remembering Dr. Jane Goodall (1934 – 2025)” led by Rev. Pippa Jones at 10:30 a.m.
Jane Goodall passed away on October 1st at the age of 91. She was a life-long, impassioned activist for our Mother Earth, animals and people. Once described as “a serene force of Nature”, she was a towering example of someone dedicated to the Good of All. “My job” she said “is to give people hope”. This Sunday Rev. Pippa Jones will honor Jane Goodall’s extraordinary life and legacy, and share her ‘Four Reasons for Hope’.
We look forward to seeing you at The Bristal at Englewood and seeing you online!
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Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"The Sacred Power of No" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian & Rev. Dr. Sandra Coppola (ONLINE ONLY)
2025-10-19 10:30 - 11:30 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s ONLINE service, “The Sacred Power of No” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian and Rev. Dr. Sandra Coppola at 10:30 a.m.
“In every true no, the soul remembers its worth, and the spirit makes room for a deeper yes.” We are conditioned to say yes, to help, and to please – but sometimes saying no can be an act of self-care, a boundary that protects our spirit, and an opening that invites another’s yes. Join us as we explore the sacredness of no, and how it can be an opportunity to create space for authenticity, balance, and spiritual growth for all.
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Meet Rev. Dr. Sandra Coppola – Dr. Sandra Coppola has been a licensed mental health professional with over 20 years of experience counseling students at Berkeley College. She serves as the Senior Director of Counseling and Wellness Services and provides mental health counseling and support to students with accessibility needs.
Sandra earned her M.S. and Ph.D. in Counseling and Psychology from Long Island University. She also received post-graduate training in Modern Psychoanalysis, Addiction and Recovery, and Mindfulness-based practices.
Sandra is completing her final year in seminary at One Spirit Alliance, where she will be ordained as an interfaith/inter-spiritual minister this coming June.
In her free time, she volunteers with Transforming Lives, providing spiritual guidance and creative writing mentorship to incarcerated individuals. Sandra is also committed to making affordable childcare available to all, and for the past nine years, she has been serving as a board member of 4C’s of Passaic County in Paterson, NJ.
Sandra strongly believes that the body, mind, and spirit are interconnected. She believes all these elements combine to give us our unique identities, determine our healing, and make us who we are.

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"Diwali - A Festival for Our Inner Light" - Rev. Pippa Jones (In-Person & Online)
2025-10-26 10:30 - 12:00 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Diwali – A Festival for Our Inner Light” led by Rev. Pippa Jones at 10:30 a.m.
Over a billion people around the world celebrate the power, beauty, and joy of light—and its triumph over darkness. This Sunday, join Rev. Pippa Jones for a heartfelt honoring of this five-day festival, as we explore its deeper meaning and reflect on what it can awaken within each of us.
We look forward to seeing you at The Bristal at Englewood and seeing you online!
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Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"So What Exactly Is a Blessing?" - Rev. Sonia Ketchian (In-Person & Online)
2025-11-16 10:30 - 12:00 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “So What Exactly Is a Blessing?” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian at 10:30 a.m.
We don’t always talk about blessings in Unitarian Universalist circles—but maybe we should. Join us for a light-hearted exploration of how we might reclaim this ancient practice—without the dogma, in a way that may enrich our lives.
We look forward to seeing you at The Bristal at Englewood and seeing you online!
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Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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"Thanksgiving: Two Different Perspectives" - Arlene Holpp Scala and Deborah Singer Pires (In-Person & Online)
2025-11-30 10:30 - 12:00 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “Thanksgiving: Two Different Perspectives” led by Arlene Holpp Scala and Deborah Singer Pires at 10:30 a.m.
Think you know Thanksgiving? Join us as we present Thanksgiving from two different perspectives – its roots in ancient harvest celebrations and the real story of the first Thanksgiving including the Native American experience.
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Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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“A Season of Miracles - Past & Present” - Rev. Sonia Ketchian (In-Person & Online)
2025-12-07 10:30 - 12:00 | The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood, 412 S Van Brunt Street, Englewood, 07631
Please join UUCP for today’s in-person and online service, “A Season of Miracles – Past & Present” led by Rev. Sonia Ketchian at 10:30 a.m.
The holiday season is overflowing with stories of miracles, yet many people regardless of their beliefs — experience miraculous events and occurrences that are beyond what could be considered coincidence. Join us as we explore the Gifts of Miracles – Past and Present.
We look forward to seeing you at The Bristal at Englewood and seeing you online!
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Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Englewood
412 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, NJ 07631
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