Upcoming Sunday Service
October 18, 2026 - 10:30 AM
Learning To Be Brave
Rev. Clare L. Petersberger, Kara Tyler, Director of Religious Education, Kris Faatz, Music Director, and the TUUC Choir
The Right Reverend Mariann Edgar Budde spoke at the Unitarian Universalist General Assembly in June. She reflected on what she is most known for. She condemned President Trump ordering police to use tear gas to clear peaceful protestors from Lafayette Park in June of 2020 for a photo op of himself waving his $60 Bible. In January of 2025 she preached the homily at the interfaith prayer service following President Trump’s second inauguration. Her sermon called for compassion and mercy towards immigrants and marginalized groups. Some asked her how she had the courage to do either? She has written a book on “How We Learn To Be Brave.”
The poet, Anne Sexton, wrote about learning to be brave in her poem, “Courage:”
It is in the small things we see it.
The child’s first step,
as awesome as an earthquake.
The first time you rode a bike,
wallowing up the sidewalk.
The first spanking when your heart
went on a journey all alone….
When you trace the moments in your own life story when you learned to be brave what comes to mind?
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