First Universalist Unitarian Church of Wausau Podcast

June 14, 2026

June 14:  Inappropriate Laughter Fan Club – The Rev. Brian Mason

In hospital waiting rooms. In the checkout line. In the back of the tent when you think no one can hear. Somewhere in us there’s a laugh we haven't let out — the one that says, sure, okay, more is coming. A sermon about Sarah's inappropriate laugh, and God’s endorsement of it.

June 7, 2026

Off By a Thread – On this Flower Communion Sunday, the Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Worship Associates Jes Zimmer, Director of Religious Education, and Kara Hall assisting. Music was provided by the church choir under the director of Margaret Jerz.

May 31, 2026

The Stories We Inherit, the Stories We Become — Jez Zimmer-Saltzman, Director of Religious Education and Aspirant for UU Ministry, preaching, with Worship Associate Karen Scharpf. Music by Music Director Margaret Jerz, with guests Molly and Jacob Roseman.

May 24, 2026

Terms and Conditions – The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Worship Associate Amy Place assisting. Music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz.

May 17, 2026

Bridging Service — Jes Zimmer, Director of Religious Education, led the service, with the Rev. Brian Mason offering prayers and readings. Music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz, along with special musicians Ellie Mason, River McCarthy, and Christine Daniels. Rowen Saltzman served as Story Leader as the congregation celebrated graduates Margaret and Lucy.

May 10, 2026

Contact - The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Worship Associate Sheryl Hemp assisting. The music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz, with guest musician Allycia Smith.

May 3, 2026

Minus One — The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Carl Drake as Worship Associate. Music was provided by the choir, directed by Margaret Jerz, with guest cellist Laurie Davis.

April 26, 2026 | Full service audio

The Notes You Don't Play - The Rev. Brian Mason delivered the sermon, with Iain McIntosh as Worship Associate. The Church Choir, under the direction of Margaret Jerz provided the music for the annual Spring Sing. 

April 19, 2026 | Full service audio

More to Come - The Rev. Brian Mason preached, with Worship Associate Jim Maas. Music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz.

April 12, 2026 | Full service audio

I Believe – Church members Louis Pradt, Jay Coldwell, and Amy Place shared reflections on their beliefs. Sarah Thurs served as Worship Associate, and music was provided by Music Director Margaret Jerz.