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First Unitarian Society of Ithaca services are held in person Sundays at 10:30 am. We are located at the corner of Aurora St. and Buffalo St (306 N. Aurora Street). The church does not have a parking lot, but there is free parking on the nearby city streets on Sundays and the Town of Ithaca allows us to use their lot on Sundays (on Buffalo Street, directly across from the church).

Sunday Services are also Live Streamed from the sanctuary on our YouTube Channel. If you are unable to attend in person, we would love for you to join us virtually! Just click on the link above each Sunday at 10:30 am (or you can watch it later at your convenience).Our services feature inspiring words, music, and stories exploring themes in a multigenerational context. We are excited to welcome you! Information about upcoming services is listed below. View Past Services.

Join us after service at Coffee Hour in the church parlor for a time of connection.

Hearing Loop: The sanctuary has a Hearing Loop System which is an ADA approved technology that transmits sound wirelessly directly to hearing aids. If you wear hearing aids and your T-coil is activated, you can pick up the signal from the sound system (if you have hearing aids, but your T-coil is not activated, please speak with your audiologist). There are also sound amplifying headphones (available on the credenza in the Parlor or from one of the ushers) if you do not have hearing aids, but could benefit from amplified sound.

Sunday, April 5, “Resurrection After Empire”
Emily Richards, CRE
Around the time that Jesus was born, Rome’s 500-year-old republic collapsed into an empire, an authoritarian regime marked by persecution, endless wars, and enforced belief. As our own republic shows signs of similar decay, what hope can the resurrection story hold for us today?
Music by Laura Ramos and Emily Richards, Guitar and Piano, Vocals

Sunday, April 12, “Embracing Possibility”
Rev. Peaches Gillette
The concept of embracing possibilities is deeply optimistic, allowing us to move away from rigid, predetermined outcomes. But let’s explore whether all situations, or life experiences, present or offer possibilities.
Music by Jayne Demakos, Harp and Hymns

Sunday, April 19, “The Challenge of Universalism”
Magdalen Lindeberg, FUSIT member
All are loved, all are saved: how can we approach our Universalist heritage and commitment in divided times?
Music by Travis Knapp, Piano and Banjo

Sunday, April 26, “Turning of the Wheel”
Emily Richards, CRE
Join us for a multigenerational celebration of the gifts of the earth and the warmth that comes at the midpoint between spring and summer and reminds us that anything is possible. Dance around the Maypole, share in story and song, and experience the joy of the turning of the wheel of the year.
Music by Ithaca Children & Youth Chorus