Channing Church
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Channing Unitarian Universalist Church is a growing, multi-faith community in Rockland, Mass. We are a UUA-designated LGBTQ+ Welcoming Congregation.
O Jesus: How Do the Teachings of Jesus Speak to Unitarian Universalist Values
Sunday @ 10 with Rev. Danielle Di Bona
As we examine our UU values, let us weave the universal spiritual understanding of Love as the center of our faith. How does our knowledge of Jesus and his life exemplify Love?
Sunday @ 10 with Rev. Danielle Di Bona
As we examine our UU values, let us weave the universal spiritual understanding of Love as the center of our faith. How does our knowledge of Jesus and his life exemplify Love?
January 3, 2026 at 5:04 PM
O Jesus: How Do the Teachings of Jesus Speak to Unitarian Universalist Values
Sunday @ 10 with Rev. Danielle Di Bona
As we examine our UU values, let us weave the universal spiritual understanding of Love as the center of our faith. How does our knowledge of Jesus and his life exemplify Love?
Sunday @ 10 with Rev. Danielle Di Bona
As we examine our UU values, let us weave the universal spiritual understanding of Love as the center of our faith. How does our knowledge of Jesus and his life exemplify Love?
What the Dickens! - Sun, Dec 14 @ 10 AM
We often hear about a War on Christmas, but did you know that one of the most influential Unitarians - Charles Dickens - changed the way we celebrate this holiday in the US? The RE kids will be reenacting parts of his novel, A Christmas Carol.
We often hear about a War on Christmas, but did you know that one of the most influential Unitarians - Charles Dickens - changed the way we celebrate this holiday in the US? The RE kids will be reenacting parts of his novel, A Christmas Carol.
December 13, 2025 at 1:25 AM
What the Dickens! - Sun, Dec 14 @ 10 AM
We often hear about a War on Christmas, but did you know that one of the most influential Unitarians - Charles Dickens - changed the way we celebrate this holiday in the US? The RE kids will be reenacting parts of his novel, A Christmas Carol.
We often hear about a War on Christmas, but did you know that one of the most influential Unitarians - Charles Dickens - changed the way we celebrate this holiday in the US? The RE kids will be reenacting parts of his novel, A Christmas Carol.
Sunday, November 30th @ 10 AM
First Sunday of Advent & Community Cleanup Day
This Sunday, we will meet in the sanctuary for a brief service for the first Sunday of Advent. After we light our Advent candle, we will proceed outside and clean up litter along Webster St., Park St., and Union St.
First Sunday of Advent & Community Cleanup Day
This Sunday, we will meet in the sanctuary for a brief service for the first Sunday of Advent. After we light our Advent candle, we will proceed outside and clean up litter along Webster St., Park St., and Union St.
November 28, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Sunday, November 30th @ 10 AM
First Sunday of Advent & Community Cleanup Day
This Sunday, we will meet in the sanctuary for a brief service for the first Sunday of Advent. After we light our Advent candle, we will proceed outside and clean up litter along Webster St., Park St., and Union St.
First Sunday of Advent & Community Cleanup Day
This Sunday, we will meet in the sanctuary for a brief service for the first Sunday of Advent. After we light our Advent candle, we will proceed outside and clean up litter along Webster St., Park St., and Union St.
Sunday, November 16 @ 10 AM
Unsung Heroes by Rev. Barbara Dingwall Mills
With Veterans Day just passed, this may be a good time to reflect on what constitutes a real hero and why they matter.
Unsung Heroes by Rev. Barbara Dingwall Mills
With Veterans Day just passed, this may be a good time to reflect on what constitutes a real hero and why they matter.
November 15, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Sunday, November 16 @ 10 AM
Unsung Heroes by Rev. Barbara Dingwall Mills
With Veterans Day just passed, this may be a good time to reflect on what constitutes a real hero and why they matter.
Unsung Heroes by Rev. Barbara Dingwall Mills
With Veterans Day just passed, this may be a good time to reflect on what constitutes a real hero and why they matter.
Sunday, November 9 @ 10 AM
"Throw Open the Doors" By Rev. Danielle Di Bona
Is radical hospitality a spiritual practice? Let's throw open our doors, metaphorically and in practice. Let us become spiritually welcoming.
"Throw Open the Doors" By Rev. Danielle Di Bona
Is radical hospitality a spiritual practice? Let's throw open our doors, metaphorically and in practice. Let us become spiritually welcoming.
November 6, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Sunday, November 9 @ 10 AM
"Throw Open the Doors" By Rev. Danielle Di Bona
Is radical hospitality a spiritual practice? Let's throw open our doors, metaphorically and in practice. Let us become spiritually welcoming.
"Throw Open the Doors" By Rev. Danielle Di Bona
Is radical hospitality a spiritual practice? Let's throw open our doors, metaphorically and in practice. Let us become spiritually welcoming.
Sunday at 10 - Halloween Ritual: Why We Still Do It
Jude Campbell leads our infamous annual Samhain and All Saints Day service. For the All Saints portion, congregants are welcome to share a photo and speak about their departed loved ones. Costumes are welcome, and our Halloween Open House follows.
Jude Campbell leads our infamous annual Samhain and All Saints Day service. For the All Saints portion, congregants are welcome to share a photo and speak about their departed loved ones. Costumes are welcome, and our Halloween Open House follows.
October 23, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Sunday at 10 - Halloween Ritual: Why We Still Do It
Jude Campbell leads our infamous annual Samhain and All Saints Day service. For the All Saints portion, congregants are welcome to share a photo and speak about their departed loved ones. Costumes are welcome, and our Halloween Open House follows.
Jude Campbell leads our infamous annual Samhain and All Saints Day service. For the All Saints portion, congregants are welcome to share a photo and speak about their departed loved ones. Costumes are welcome, and our Halloween Open House follows.
Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day: A story of conquering vs. living in harmony.
Ever wonder what it was like for Columbus and his crew? How about the indigenous people who were already here? Join us Sunday at 10 as we explore these stories and the lessons we can learn from them.
Ever wonder what it was like for Columbus and his crew? How about the indigenous people who were already here? Join us Sunday at 10 as we explore these stories and the lessons we can learn from them.
October 9, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day: A story of conquering vs. living in harmony.
Ever wonder what it was like for Columbus and his crew? How about the indigenous people who were already here? Join us Sunday at 10 as we explore these stories and the lessons we can learn from them.
Ever wonder what it was like for Columbus and his crew? How about the indigenous people who were already here? Join us Sunday at 10 as we explore these stories and the lessons we can learn from them.
Sunday, October 5, 1-5 PM - Stop by for our Community Closet Sale and shop new-to-you clothing and accessories! Buy gently used clothing and accessories from your neighbors. It keeps clothes out of landfills and puts money into your neighbors' pockets, rather than into the pockets of corporations.
October 3, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Sunday, October 5, 1-5 PM - Stop by for our Community Closet Sale and shop new-to-you clothing and accessories! Buy gently used clothing and accessories from your neighbors. It keeps clothes out of landfills and puts money into your neighbors' pockets, rather than into the pockets of corporations.
The Importance of Daffodils When You’re The Last Man Standing
Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 10 AM, By Guest Vaughn Keller
When you are entering dangerous waters, it is good to go as a member of a convoy, even if the convoy has the unlikely name of Daffodils.
Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 10 AM, By Guest Vaughn Keller
When you are entering dangerous waters, it is good to go as a member of a convoy, even if the convoy has the unlikely name of Daffodils.
October 3, 2025 at 5:18 PM
The Importance of Daffodils When You’re The Last Man Standing
Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 10 AM, By Guest Vaughn Keller
When you are entering dangerous waters, it is good to go as a member of a convoy, even if the convoy has the unlikely name of Daffodils.
Sunday, Oct. 5 @ 10 AM, By Guest Vaughn Keller
When you are entering dangerous waters, it is good to go as a member of a convoy, even if the convoy has the unlikely name of Daffodils.
Sunday @ 10: We Are
In these troubled times, when many are afraid to leave their homes, are afraid for their health and welfare in the winter of their lives, we who are people of faith must band together in rich and deep relationships so that we can survive and be a beacon of hope and care.
In these troubled times, when many are afraid to leave their homes, are afraid for their health and welfare in the winter of their lives, we who are people of faith must band together in rich and deep relationships so that we can survive and be a beacon of hope and care.
September 26, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Sunday @ 10: We Are
In these troubled times, when many are afraid to leave their homes, are afraid for their health and welfare in the winter of their lives, we who are people of faith must band together in rich and deep relationships so that we can survive and be a beacon of hope and care.
In these troubled times, when many are afraid to leave their homes, are afraid for their health and welfare in the winter of their lives, we who are people of faith must band together in rich and deep relationships so that we can survive and be a beacon of hope and care.
Visit us at the Fall Festival!
Look for our red tent on Union St. across from Webster St. We will have a FREE craft for kids. Plus, the church will be open and we'll be selling homemade chili and chowder. $3 a cup, or $5 a bowl. Enjoy live music & a warm fire while you enjoy the day's festivities.
Look for our red tent on Union St. across from Webster St. We will have a FREE craft for kids. Plus, the church will be open and we'll be selling homemade chili and chowder. $3 a cup, or $5 a bowl. Enjoy live music & a warm fire while you enjoy the day's festivities.
September 24, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Visit us at the Fall Festival!
Look for our red tent on Union St. across from Webster St. We will have a FREE craft for kids. Plus, the church will be open and we'll be selling homemade chili and chowder. $3 a cup, or $5 a bowl. Enjoy live music & a warm fire while you enjoy the day's festivities.
Look for our red tent on Union St. across from Webster St. We will have a FREE craft for kids. Plus, the church will be open and we'll be selling homemade chili and chowder. $3 a cup, or $5 a bowl. Enjoy live music & a warm fire while you enjoy the day's festivities.
Cleaning out your closet? Sell your gently used clothing and accessories at our Community Closet Sale! Deadline to reserve a table is 9/28. The event is 10/5. BEWARE OF SCAMS! Only call the number listed in the image, or email channingchurchma@gmail.com. Don't respond to any comments or messages.
September 23, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Cleaning out your closet? Sell your gently used clothing and accessories at our Community Closet Sale! Deadline to reserve a table is 9/28. The event is 10/5. BEWARE OF SCAMS! Only call the number listed in the image, or email channingchurchma@gmail.com. Don't respond to any comments or messages.
The Autumn Equinox is a time to reflect on the need for balance. Lately, we’ve seen a sharp increase in violence in our country and throughout the world. We need peace to restore balance. Join us Sunday at 10 for an earth-centered service where we will raise our voices together and call for peace.
September 18, 2025 at 5:26 PM
The Autumn Equinox is a time to reflect on the need for balance. Lately, we’ve seen a sharp increase in violence in our country and throughout the world. We need peace to restore balance. Join us Sunday at 10 for an earth-centered service where we will raise our voices together and call for peace.
Sunday, September 14 @ 10 AM - RUAUU? (Are You a UU?) Unitarian Universalism is a well-kept secret. Let’s spread the word and change that! Join us this Sunday as we welcome back Rev. Danielle Di Bona to the Channing Church pulpit. This is her first Sunday as our new Affiliated Minister.
September 12, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Sunday, September 14 @ 10 AM - RUAUU? (Are You a UU?) Unitarian Universalism is a well-kept secret. Let’s spread the word and change that! Join us this Sunday as we welcome back Rev. Danielle Di Bona to the Channing Church pulpit. This is her first Sunday as our new Affiliated Minister.
Volunteer Opportunities:
9/9 at 5:30 PM - Building & Grounds Project Day
9/11 at 6:30 PM - Coffeehouse Setup
9/13 at 6-11 PM - Coffeehouse
9/14 at 11:30 AM - RE Volunteer Meeting
9/9 at 5:30 PM - Building & Grounds Project Day
9/11 at 6:30 PM - Coffeehouse Setup
9/13 at 6-11 PM - Coffeehouse
9/14 at 11:30 AM - RE Volunteer Meeting
September 8, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Volunteer Opportunities:
9/9 at 5:30 PM - Building & Grounds Project Day
9/11 at 6:30 PM - Coffeehouse Setup
9/13 at 6-11 PM - Coffeehouse
9/14 at 11:30 AM - RE Volunteer Meeting
9/9 at 5:30 PM - Building & Grounds Project Day
9/11 at 6:30 PM - Coffeehouse Setup
9/13 at 6-11 PM - Coffeehouse
9/14 at 11:30 AM - RE Volunteer Meeting
Religious Exploration for kids will begin Sunday, September 14th. If you haven’t already registered your kids, please fill out the form here: channingchurchrockland.churchcenter.com/people/forms...
If you want to learn more about our Religious Exploration program, drop a comment or send a message!
If you want to learn more about our Religious Exploration program, drop a comment or send a message!
September 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Religious Exploration for kids will begin Sunday, September 14th. If you haven’t already registered your kids, please fill out the form here: channingchurchrockland.churchcenter.com/people/forms...
If you want to learn more about our Religious Exploration program, drop a comment or send a message!
If you want to learn more about our Religious Exploration program, drop a comment or send a message!
Join us Sunday, September 7th at 10 AM as we return to ingathering after summer break!
Members and visitors are invited to share their experiences from their summer travels with everyone, and contribute water they have collected along their journey to a community vessel. Participation optional.
Members and visitors are invited to share their experiences from their summer travels with everyone, and contribute water they have collected along their journey to a community vessel. Participation optional.
September 2, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Join us Sunday, September 7th at 10 AM as we return to ingathering after summer break!
Members and visitors are invited to share their experiences from their summer travels with everyone, and contribute water they have collected along their journey to a community vessel. Participation optional.
Members and visitors are invited to share their experiences from their summer travels with everyone, and contribute water they have collected along their journey to a community vessel. Participation optional.
Sunday Services resume on 9/7 at 10 AM. If you're new, we know the first visit can feel a little awkward. Please visit the What to Expect page of our website to learn more about what Sundays are like at Channing Church.
We'll put links in the comments to help you find your way!
We'll put links in the comments to help you find your way!
September 2, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Sunday Services resume on 9/7 at 10 AM. If you're new, we know the first visit can feel a little awkward. Please visit the What to Expect page of our website to learn more about what Sundays are like at Channing Church.
We'll put links in the comments to help you find your way!
We'll put links in the comments to help you find your way!
Backpack & School Supply Drive Drop Off:
Rockland Open Air Market: August 7th, 5:30-8:30 PM, Rockland Community Center
Church Picnic: August 10th, 11 AM - 2 PM, Island Grove Park in Abington
Rockland Races: August 11th, 6:30-7:30 PM, Bicentennial Park
Rockland Open Air Market: August 7th, 5:30-8:30 PM, Rockland Community Center
Church Picnic: August 10th, 11 AM - 2 PM, Island Grove Park in Abington
Rockland Races: August 11th, 6:30-7:30 PM, Bicentennial Park
August 5, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Backpack & School Supply Drive Drop Off:
Rockland Open Air Market: August 7th, 5:30-8:30 PM, Rockland Community Center
Church Picnic: August 10th, 11 AM - 2 PM, Island Grove Park in Abington
Rockland Races: August 11th, 6:30-7:30 PM, Bicentennial Park
Rockland Open Air Market: August 7th, 5:30-8:30 PM, Rockland Community Center
Church Picnic: August 10th, 11 AM - 2 PM, Island Grove Park in Abington
Rockland Races: August 11th, 6:30-7:30 PM, Bicentennial Park
Tonight's Open Air Market has been cancelled due to weather. We will be at next week's event instead. Look for us on August 7th at the community center from 5:30-8:30 PM to drop off your donations.
You can also email channingchurchma@gmail.com to arrange a time to drop off at the church.
You can also email channingchurchma@gmail.com to arrange a time to drop off at the church.
July 31, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Tonight's Open Air Market has been cancelled due to weather. We will be at next week's event instead. Look for us on August 7th at the community center from 5:30-8:30 PM to drop off your donations.
You can also email channingchurchma@gmail.com to arrange a time to drop off at the church.
You can also email channingchurchma@gmail.com to arrange a time to drop off at the church.
We are kicking off our School Supply & Backpack Drive this week. Look for our tent at the Rockland Markets this Thursday, July 31st from 5:30-8:30 at the community center on Union Street. We are accepting donations of backpacks, school supplies, or gift cards. Thanks!
July 29, 2025 at 6:44 PM
We are kicking off our School Supply & Backpack Drive this week. Look for our tent at the Rockland Markets this Thursday, July 31st from 5:30-8:30 at the community center on Union Street. We are accepting donations of backpacks, school supplies, or gift cards. Thanks!
Spring Forward PJ Party
Sunday, March 9th at 10 AM
Waking up is hard to do when “The Man” takes an hour away from us. Roll-in in your PJs for a morning of fun and extra strong coffee. Please bring games, coloring books, or any other fun to share with the group. We may also vote on best PJs.
Sunday, March 9th at 10 AM
Waking up is hard to do when “The Man” takes an hour away from us. Roll-in in your PJs for a morning of fun and extra strong coffee. Please bring games, coloring books, or any other fun to share with the group. We may also vote on best PJs.
March 6, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Spring Forward PJ Party
Sunday, March 9th at 10 AM
Waking up is hard to do when “The Man” takes an hour away from us. Roll-in in your PJs for a morning of fun and extra strong coffee. Please bring games, coloring books, or any other fun to share with the group. We may also vote on best PJs.
Sunday, March 9th at 10 AM
Waking up is hard to do when “The Man” takes an hour away from us. Roll-in in your PJs for a morning of fun and extra strong coffee. Please bring games, coloring books, or any other fun to share with the group. We may also vote on best PJs.
Membership Sunday - Sunday, March 2 at 10 AM
Each year we set aside a day to welcome new members into the Channing Church family. While anyone is welcome to participate in most other aspects of church life, becoming a member deepens the relationship people have with their own spiritual growth.
Each year we set aside a day to welcome new members into the Channing Church family. While anyone is welcome to participate in most other aspects of church life, becoming a member deepens the relationship people have with their own spiritual growth.
February 28, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Membership Sunday - Sunday, March 2 at 10 AM
Each year we set aside a day to welcome new members into the Channing Church family. While anyone is welcome to participate in most other aspects of church life, becoming a member deepens the relationship people have with their own spiritual growth.
Each year we set aside a day to welcome new members into the Channing Church family. While anyone is welcome to participate in most other aspects of church life, becoming a member deepens the relationship people have with their own spiritual growth.
Sunday at 10: What Is Love, Really?
What is Love? The word Love gets tossed around a lot, especially during this time of year with Valentine's Day. But what does it really mean when I say, "I love you"? Or when we say, "Love is the doctrine of this church".
What is Love? The word Love gets tossed around a lot, especially during this time of year with Valentine's Day. But what does it really mean when I say, "I love you"? Or when we say, "Love is the doctrine of this church".
February 13, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Sunday at 10: What Is Love, Really?
What is Love? The word Love gets tossed around a lot, especially during this time of year with Valentine's Day. But what does it really mean when I say, "I love you"? Or when we say, "Love is the doctrine of this church".
What is Love? The word Love gets tossed around a lot, especially during this time of year with Valentine's Day. But what does it really mean when I say, "I love you"? Or when we say, "Love is the doctrine of this church".
NO SERVICE FEBRUARY 9TH!
Rick's Atheist service has been canceled due to an "act of god." 🤣 Don't worry, he'll save it for another day. Stay safe and enjoy the snow this weekend!
Also, the Chocolate Auction has been rescheduled for February 23rd, so bakers: hold off for a couple weeks!
Rick's Atheist service has been canceled due to an "act of god." 🤣 Don't worry, he'll save it for another day. Stay safe and enjoy the snow this weekend!
Also, the Chocolate Auction has been rescheduled for February 23rd, so bakers: hold off for a couple weeks!
February 7, 2025 at 4:05 PM
NO SERVICE FEBRUARY 9TH!
Rick's Atheist service has been canceled due to an "act of god." 🤣 Don't worry, he'll save it for another day. Stay safe and enjoy the snow this weekend!
Also, the Chocolate Auction has been rescheduled for February 23rd, so bakers: hold off for a couple weeks!
Rick's Atheist service has been canceled due to an "act of god." 🤣 Don't worry, he'll save it for another day. Stay safe and enjoy the snow this weekend!
Also, the Chocolate Auction has been rescheduled for February 23rd, so bakers: hold off for a couple weeks!