This Week at UBC

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october 19, 2026

Weekly Pastoral Blessing

Yesterday we joined in singing the lyrics written by Rev. Carolyn Winfrey Gillette,

“May no ruler—overreaching—try to take the place of you.

May we listen to your message, may we honor what is yours;

May we, living in your image, seek your [way] that endures.”

As you go forth this week may you be reminded that your life is a reflection the goodness of the creator that has brought you forth and is continuing to do so. In all the places we find ourselves may we reflect the goodness of God, a goodness that endures.

In Care and Companionship,

Brittany Monson-Moffatt

Interim Pastoral Associate

early voting

Early in-person voting started on October 16! Vote early and bring a friend or neighbor with you.

Visit the Secretary of State's website to learn more about all the different voting methods and locations.

Note from Maura: My favorite voting resource is Naomi Kritzer's blog. Naomi researches every candidate on the ballot in Minnesota so you don't have to. It's very informative and thorough and especially useful for the downballot elections with candidates who aren't already in the public eye. I don't always agree with Naomi's conclusions, but I always find them helpful!