Once Upon A Time
Exploring the place of story in our lives, beginning with the Jewish story of Purim.
The Unitarian Universalist Westside Congregation, Rio Rancho, NM, is an open and affirming congregation. All are welcome as we build community, connection, and service. Join us in the Social Hall for coffee and conversation after the Sunday Service. We welcome your membership, friendship, and participation in all our committees and teams. UUWC in 2026 will celebrate 30 years as a congregation in Rio Rancho.
Exploring the place of story in our lives, beginning with the Jewish story of Purim.
During this week’s service we will be exploring the wide variety of expectations and beliefs regarding life after death that people have held down through time and around the globe.
Our New Year’s service includes some little known facts about the day, a video sequence of the year in review, and our Burning Bowl ritual to help move us from 2020 to 2021.
Why is the Grinch popping up at Thanksgiving? Rev. Dr. Nancy Hitt explores the science behind gratitude and how it can make your heart expand like the Grinch’s heart. The service includes “We Are Blessed”–a musical video collage of members of our congregation.