Topic: Culture

“Freedom, Reason, and Tolerance Revisited”

Livestreamed at 10:30 am Historically, freedom, reason, and tolerance have characterized the Unitarian movement as “necessary conditions for the fullest development of religious thought and life.” Yet, these are imperfect virtues. How do we reframe freedom, reason, and tolerance for twenty-first century Unitarian Universalism? Homily by Rev. Connie Grant. Music by Ellen Gozion, Director of … Continue reading “Freedom, Reason, and Tolerance Revisited”

“Darkness into Light”

Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Darkness can be a place of fear and sadness or a source of comfort and rest. We’ll explore aspects of darkness in our lives. A collaboration of the Worship Team: Bryan Bandli, Alice Carnes, Kathy Fein, Louise Jencik, Ward Kelsey, Stephanie Pawlowski, and Melody Platz. Music by … Continue reading “Darkness into Light”

“Unexpected Gifts”

Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Can waiting be a time of discovery and surprise? A collaboration of the Worship Team:  Bryan Bandli, Alice Carnes, Kathy Fein, Louise Jencik, Ward Kelsey, Stephanie Pawlowski, and Melody Platz.  Music by Ellen Gozion, Instrumental Music Director.

Celebrating life and death in a time of a pandemic

Livestreamed on YouTube How do we grieve our personal and congregational losses at a time when grief is pervasive? In honor of All Souls Day, we’ll remember congregants and others who have died in the past year. Homily by Rev. Connie Grant; music by Ellen Gozion, Instrumental Music Director, and Danny Rectenwald, guitar.

Celebrating Indigenous Culture

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=623NoMkAQ6k We know that Americas and specifically, southwestern Pennsylvania were once home to Indigenous People, but what do we know about the Indigenous People still here, living among us? Reflection “Our Journey in the Indigenous Community of Pittsburgh: Aspirations for the Future” by Miguel Sague; Reflection “How We Can Be Present with Indigenous People in … Continue reading Celebrating Indigenous Culture