What Child Is This? (Family Christmas Eve Service)
Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Rev. Clare L. Petersberger, Kara Tyler, Director of Religious Education, Spice Kleinmann, Kris Faatz, pianist
This year, our students in Making Faith are studying the religions of the world. In a few weeks, they will begin to study Christianity. Tonight, in our service for all ages, we will wonder, as we retell the story of a child born in a humble stable, “What child is this?” We will affirm the truth that “Every night a child is born is a holy night.” And we will celebrate how hope, love, and courage are born in unexpected places.
Subversive Hope (Christmas Eve Candlelight Service)
Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Rev. Clare L. Petersberger, Sharen Camille, Interim Choir Director and The TUUC Choir, and Kris Faatz, pianist
Tonight we retell an ancient story of a baby born under occupation. The news was first delivered to shepherds (who were at the margins of society.) Kings from a foreign land traveled a long distance to worship the baby and bring him royal gifts in the manger where he lay. The parents of the baby had to flee to another country to keep the baby safe. It is an ancient story of how love, not empire, has the final word. It is a story of subversive hope that we need, tonight, more than ever.
Upcoming Sunday Service
Hopes & Fears & the Coming Year
Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Dominique Hall, Sheila Malenski, Chair of Membership, Marianne DeBow, New TUUC Members
In response to cultural sentiments of isolation and unease, Candy Chang and James A. Reeves collaborated with the Rubin Museum of Art to create a community-built exhibit entitled A Monument for the Anxious and Hopeful. Visitors to the exhibit were invited to write down their hopes and/or anxieties on a piece of paper and add them to the contributions of previous visitors. In this service, we will explore surprising connections between hope and anxiety revealed by this experimental artwork, and share our hopes (and anxieties) for the coming year.
Join us for Sunday Service with our youth, members, and friends!
TUUC ACCESSIBILITY PROJECT
The project is underway to improve accessibility by replacing the side ramp and door. The railings are in and the new door is in; however, the automatic opener cannot be used yet. There is planned work to install a fob reader and integrate our access control system with the push button opener. As a reminder, please do not drive on the concrete at the drop-off area next to the parking lot.
Our Mission and Vision
Our Mission is to deepen our ethical and spiritual lives together as we work for racial, social, and environmental justice.
Our Vision is to be an intentionally inclusive community engaging with each other and the world in a heartfelt search for truth and meaning.
Join us!
The best way to discover us is to worship with us on Sunday morning—either online or in the building. Everyone is welcome. You will find a religious community dedicated to walking together in the ways of truth known or to be made known to us. Love is at the center of our faith tradition. Our partners in the wider community serve human needs for food, shelter, education, dreams, and healthy natural environments.
Come visit us! We'd love to meet you.
In-person and remote options
Towson Unitarian Universalist Church is located at
1710 Dulaney Valley Rd. Lutherville MD 21093.
Sunday Service hours are 10:30 – 11:30 AM.
Can’t make it to the church? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with hybrid services.
Our Programs
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Youth Religious Education
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Music Ministry
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Justice Initiatives
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Spiritual Growth
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Social Enrichment
Meet Our Worship Team
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Rev. Clare L. Petersberger, Minister
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SarahRuth Wekoye Davis, Community Intern Minister
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Kara Tyler, Director of Religious Education (DRE)
I belong to TUUC because it is a church home where I find a community, classes, get-togethers, and events of education and spirituality. It is where my beliefs are respected and we join together in diversity and peace. I love to learn about different religious beliefs, writings, and philosophies without being told what to believe or limited by religious dogma. I like that rather than dogma, there are values and goals that support human dignity, equality, compassion, justice, and respect for nature.
-- Joan Kreeger