May 10, 2026
David Dean presents a sermon written by
Rev. Dr. Sandra Fees, UU Minister
“Holy Curiosity”
Jennifer Bacmeister, Worship Leader
Gary Smart, Pianist
Sarah Kappes, Oboe, Guest Musician
“Curiosity leaves us hanging – in wonder or on the edge of a cliff or both… In relationships with children, spouses and friends, our curiosity about their interior lives, about their feelings, passions, thought processes can lead to some pretty messy places… Even our curiosity about our own minds can lead us to places we never imagined, and some of those places are puzzling, frightening and amazing all at once. I remember my father once saying that he didn’t like to recall his dreams because they just upset him. I’ve felt that way sometimes too…”
Note: We will also recognize Mother’s Day during the service.
About Our Speaker
David Dean, a BBUUC member and an integral part of our Worship Team, is an Emmy-nominated editor who works as Senior Editor/Post-Producer for the PBS series “Samantha Brown’s Places to Love.” David is also a presenter, writer, and storyteller who volunteers his time as the editor of our worship videos and contributes his other talents in the worship arts to our ministry.
About Our Sermon Author:
Rev. Dr. Sandra Fees is a poet and Unitarian Universalist minister who weaves writing and spirituality to help people tap their inner wisdom, deepen connections, and expand creativity. She holds degrees in English literature (BA, Shippensburg University), creative writing (MA, Syracuse University), and ministry (MDiv, DMin, Lancaster Theological Seminary). A past poet laureate of Berks County (PA), she has published several poetry collections and now offers preaching, life passage ceremonies, and other ministry programs on a consulting basis.
About our Guest Musician
Sarah Kappes was born and raised in Pennsylvania and now enjoys the warm, sunny Florida weather after moving south for school. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Music Education with a focus in Early Childhood Music from the Pennsylvania State University and later completed a Master’s degree in Music Therapy at Florida State University, specializing in medical music therapy. Sarah has worked in a variety of therapeutic settings and currently works with children with special needs. Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys family photography and performs with the First Coast Wind Symphony.