First Universalist Unitarian Church of Wausau Podcast

The Rev. Brian Mason preached "Does Anyone Remember Why We're Mad?" Have you ever gotten irritated with someone, said something mean, and then later asked yourself, Why am I even mad? But kept it going anyway because the other person seemed mad now too, and you didn’t want to lose an argument you don’t remember starting. It’s okay, you’re not alone. A sermon about staying mad long after we’ve forg...

Masking for Jesus: Religion and Neurodivergence – Danika Monarksi, Guest Speaker Our minds are as beautiful and diverse as our religious and spiritual journeys and beliefs. Bring your fidget toys and jittery legs to celebrate our differences and explore the intersections of religion and the neurodiverse experience as told through personal experience, peer-reviewed research, and everything in betwe...

Solstice: Certainty in Uncertain Times – Randy Jefferson, Member of the Religious Services Committee Join in our observation of the summer solstice, celebrating the high sun as we express gratitude for our oneness with the natural world and its steadying influence. The midyear is a time for reflection, looking back with thanks and ahead with hope.  

Inappropriate Laughter Fan Club – The Rev. Brian Mason In hospital waiting rooms. In the checkout line. In the back of the tent when you think no one can hear. Somewhere in us there’s a laugh we haven't let out — the one that says, sure, okay, more is coming. A sermon about Sarah's inappropriate laugh, and God’s endorsement of it.

Off By a Thread – On this Flower Communion Sunday, the Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Worship Associates Jes Zimmer, Director of Religious Education, and Kara Hall assisting. Music was provided by the church choir under the director of Margaret Jerz.

The Stories We Inherit, the Stories We Become — Jez Zimmer-Saltzman, Director of Religious Education and Aspirant for UU Ministry, preaching, with Worship Associate Karen Scharpf. Music by Music Director Margaret Jerz, with guests Molly and Jacob Roseman.   We’re shaped by the stories we grow up inside and by the ones that challenge us, unsettle us, or invite us to grow in new directions. In this...

Terms and Conditions – The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Worship Associate Amy Place assisting. Music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz. Pentecost is the oldest argument against the consumer model of faith: some things only come to those who gather.

Bridging Service — Jes Zimmer, Director of Religious Education, led the service, with the Rev. Brian Mason offering prayers and readings. Music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz, along with special musicians Ellie Mason, River McCarthy, and Christine Daniels. Rowen Saltzman served as Story Leader as the congregation celebrated graduates Margaret and Lucy. We celebrate our graduating sen...

Contact - The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Worship Associate Sheryl Hemp assisting. The music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz, with guest musician Allycia Smith. Not a concept. Not a theory. Some things can only be known when they knock you sideways. What happens when the sacred gets close?

Minus One — The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Carl Drake as Worship Associate. Music was provided by the choir, directed by Margaret Jerz, with guest cellist Laurie Davis.

The Notes You Don't Play - The Rev. Brian Mason delivered the sermon, with Iain McIntosh as Worship Associate. The Church Choir, under the direction of Margaret Jerz provided the music for the annual Spring Sing. 

More to Come - The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Worship Associate Jim Maas. Music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz.

I Believe – Church members Louis Pradt, Jay Coldwell, and Amy Place shared reflections on their beliefs. Sarah Thurs served as Worship Associate, and music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz.

Grace and ButterBurgers - Easter Sunday. The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Worship Associate Lila Hobson. Music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz and the choir. 

What Survives — The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Kara Hall serving as Worship Associate and Margaret Jerz directing the music. Special musician Karen Zuidema joined the service.

Carried Gently - The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Sheryl Hemp serving as Worship Associate and Margaret Jerz directing the music. Special musicians the Irish Tune Peddlers joined for the service: Randy Colton on violin, John Coletta on flute and penny whistle, and David Tamres on guitar.

Life's Nagging Little Questions — Guest preacher the Rev. Suzelle Lynch was joined by Worship Associate Mark Kordus. Music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz and the church choir. 

Listening for What Is Ours to Do - The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Carl Drake assisting as Worship Associate. The music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz, along with guest musicians Laurie Davis and Louis Pradt.

Comfort Is Not a Compass - The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Lila Hobson assisting as Worship Associate. The music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz.

It's All About Love - Led by Religious Service Committee members Sheryl Hemp, Mary Testin, and Randy Jefferson. This Sunday's service celebrated the most vital of human emotions. In its many forms and expressions love connects us by giving meaning, purpose, and pleasure to life.

Ask the Minister - In this annual all-ages service, the Rev. Brian Mason responded to questions from the congregation's children (and a few adults). Worship Associate Mark Kordus assisted, with music from Music Director Margaret Jerz and guest musicians Molly and Jacob Roseman. 

How We Become Teachable Again - In this service, the Rev. Brian Mason reflects on the quiet, difficult art of staying open, especially when life has made us tired, certain, stuck. Worship Associate Jim Maas assisted, with music from Music Director Margaret Jerz.

Starting Over Without Starting from Scratch - In this service, the Rev. Brain Mason explores what it means to begin again while still carrying the lives we've already lived. Worship Associate Iain McIntosh assisted, with music from Music Director Margaret Jerz and guest violinist Randy Colton. 

Reflections on Martin Luther King Jr. Led by the Religious Service Committee members Sheryl Hemp, Mary Testin, and Randy Jefferson

What the Dark Is For. The Rev. Brian Mason preached. Music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz.