Speaker: Rev. Gy Ludvig-McCartney

Rev. Gy Ludvig-McCartney was born in Transylvania, Romania, the birthplace of Unitarianism. However, it wasn’t until much later that they discovered Unitarian Universalism. Currently, Rev. Gy is ordained in the United Church of Christ and in Unity and is also exploring an alternative path to Unitarian Universalism ordination. They have a Master of Divinity from “Egyetemi Fokú Egységes Protestáns Teológiai Intézet” in Transylvania/Romania, and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary, Ashland, Ohio. Rev Gy resides in Portage with their wife, Patti, five dogs, and two cats. Patti and Rev. Gy are long-term residents of the area and enjoy traveling together, camping, gardening, and renovating homes.

Reunite Rain and Root

Do you get tired sometimes? The work we do to live in right relations and to build a sustainable and just Beloved Community can be exhausting. We work and we work but so much remains undone. Let’s talk about strategies to address fatigue and keep … read more.

Unchain Yourself

We all have a past, a collection of experiences, moments, and regrets that have shaped who we are today. Our past and the mistakes we have made are an integral part of our journey, but they should not define us.  Join Rev. Gy to learn … read more.

Letter to Self

Letter writing is a deeply reflective action that, when done with mindfulness, can bring profound results. On the first Sunday of the New Year, Rev. Gy will guide us through the spiritual practice of writing a letter to our future selves. Whether you’re hoping to achieve specific … read more.

The Burning Bowl

To welcome the New Year, it is our tradition to release all the emotional ties and bonds that no longer serve us by feeding them to the flames of the Burning Bowl. Join us to hit the spiritual reset button and reflect on making a … read more.

A Candlelight Christmas Eve

Come and celebrate the spirit of Christmas with readings, carols, and the warm glow of candlelight. Following the service for those onsite, there will be a time for fellowship and light refreshments. Please join us to connect with others and share in the joy … read more.

What Lies at the Core?

Christmas, that inescapable season of festivity, is loaded with Christian imagery and ideology. Join Rev. Gy for an exploration of what the bible actually has to say about Christmas (and what doesn’t) and to think about how we can discern which biblical truths to embrace … read more.