Welcome to the

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Poughkeepsie

67 South Randolph Avenue

Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

(845) 471-6580

office@uupok.org

In-Person Office Hours

Thursday, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Virtual Office Hours

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday


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SEPTEMBER 27, 2026: “HOLDING ONE ANOTHER UP”

Rabbi Sivan Rotholz


The Jewish High Holidays are a time of repentance, renewal, and rejoicing. Rabbi Sivan will offer a brief overview of the High Holiday season before turning to a central question these holidays raise: What does it mean to hold one another up, not just in moments of crisis, but as an ongoing practice of belonging? Drawing on Jewish teaching and tradition, this service will explore what it takes to build a community sturdy enough to matter  — and open enough that no one stands outside it.


Rabbi Sivan Rotholz earned her Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and was ordained as a rabbi by the Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion in 2024. She is currently the Rabbitzin of Congregation Emanuel in Kingston.    

>>> Join us for Sunday Service in person or on Zoom <<<

Service starts at 10:30 am.

You can join this meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.

https://zoom.us/j/327711271

You can also dial in using your phone.

1 646 558 8656 Meeting ID: 327 711 271#

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Religious Exploration for Families:  Stay tuned for news for families! Coming soon!


What is religious exploration?  Religious exploration is an open-ended personal and/or community journey to discover truth, meaning and values without relying on a fixed religious dogma. 


Key Concepts

  • Lifespan Learning: Programs span from childhood nursery care through adulthood, honoring each person's unique spiritual growth.
  • Nurturing over Indoctrination: Instead of teaching a specific set of required beliefs, facilitators provide tools for individuals to build their own moral and spiritual foundations.
  • Core Values: Activities emphasize compassion, equity, personal responsibility, and respect for interconnected communities. 

Common Activities

  • Open Discussion: Participants explore big life questions and share personal insights.
  • Creative Expression: Lessons use art, storytelling, music, and cooperative play to teach empathy and inclusion. 
  • Ethical Action: Groups engage in community service, social justice projects, and earth-care initiatives.