Upcoming Sunday Service
Oct. 4 - 10:30 AM
Be And Be Not Afraid
Rev. Clare L. Petersberger, Kara Tyler, Director of Religious Education, Andrew Greenwood, pianist
In thinking about October’s theme of “courage,” a colleague suggested that we might first want to reflect on what fear can teach us. The Jewish holiday of Sukkot, where worshippers leave their permanent houses and sit inside a fragile, temporary hut called a sukkah, invites vulnerability and reflection on what fear can teach us. Years ago, the singer, Tracy Chapman, concluded that “the nature of life is chaos and confusion” both of which are fear inducing. One can’t read headlines these days without agreeing with the truth of her observation. But Tracy Chapman did not end her song in a state of fear. She ended it with the admonition to “be and be not afraid” and, like Jewish people who study the stars through their temporary shelters at Sukkot, “reach for heaven.” What role does fear play in your life? Does it keep you safe? Does it keep you stuck in anxiety? Does it lead you to rejoice in temporality? Does it push you to reach for heaven? This morning we reflect on Chapman’s paradoxical invitation to “be and be not afraid.”
Our Mission and Vision
Grow and strengthen the present and future of the church by drawing in newcomers who are seeking community, cultivating new members, and deepening engagement with existing members and friends, online and in person.
Nurture resilient community, grounded in joy, creating connection and belonging through inclusive approaches to faith formation, programming, and social, racial, economic, and environmental justice work.
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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Kara Tyler
Director of Religious Education (DRE)
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Kris Faatz
Music Director
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