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Livestreamed at 10:30 am Power is fascinating and an essential part of life, yet we humans rarely comprehend its role in our personal and communal lives. The Theme of the Month is Power, I’ll look at how religious leaders such as myself, have a rocky and complicated history of how, when and why power is … Continue reading “Who’s Got the Power?”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Our Theme of the Month is Life and Death, offering an opportunity to explore how we face death and its invitation to live. What can be challenging is that no one wants to think about or talk about death, so how do we fully live?
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) When we’re called to create deep change in society, how do we maintain civility and the moral imperative in the confusion of voices?
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Moments of clarity can be rare when in crisis; we can be muddled and confused about the best decisions with frustrating and frightening choices. This included Martin Luther King Jr. as he sat in his kitchen wondering if he should change his life.
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Our Theme of the Month is Resistance, which raises the question; how do we maintain a commitment to resistance against constant oppression, challenges, conflict, and denial? At least one theologian says resistance is found in the power of gratitude.
Livestreamed 7:00 pm (prelude begins at 6:55) “A Traditional Christmas Eve service”
Livestreamed (prelude begins at 4:25) Multigenerational Family service featuring stories and familiar holiday songs for all ages
There it was, a “For Sale” sign on the front of the Christmas Spirit store. It may have been July, but I stood there and knew this country is living out of sync with something that Christmas is supposed to represent. How do we cope with the blitz of symbols and the commercialization of joy … Continue reading “Christmas Spirit is for Sale”
In human history, there are strong reoccurring stories predicting the end of the world, many in dramatic apocalyptic fiery stages of redemption and revenge. Our Theme of the Month is Myth and Symbols; as we face uncertain times, what stories and myths can help us now?
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) How do we tell the truth when we’re not sure what it is? (multigenerational)
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) I’ve had my brain and heart turned inside out while learning to work with members of the military, active duty, and retired. While it was powerful for me, not all UU’s have had this experience, and indeed, historically, UU’s have had a challenging relationship with the military. … Continue reading “How High and When?”
