At some point I realized that most of the important lessons I learned, and values I absorbed, came from simple one-liners from my mom, like, “What if everybody did that?” Today that question gets at the heart of a struggle within Unitarian Universalism regarding individualism, individuality, and building Beloved Community.
Come and enjoy a lively multi-generational service as we celebrate our ancestors while performing a skit, “Gabby and Gamaz,” that brings deep meaning to the “Day of the Dead” Celebration in Mexico. If you would like, bring a photo or memento to honor your beloved dead and place on our community altar. Join in our … Continue reading Dia de los Muertos
Women have been involved in U.S. politics for over 100 years, and yet we represent less than 25% of elected positions country-wide. Ms. Van Hoose will highlight the impact women have made and are still making in our country and discuss the role of women in politics as the country evolves. Myra Van Hoose, President … Continue reading Women in Politics
When a congregation looks forward to who and how it wants to be in the world, it is helpful to look back at the journey that brought it to the present day. Our Unitarian Universalist roots are deep within the tradition of liberal Christianity. Among the sources from which we draw are Jewish and Christian … Continue reading Embracing Our Unitarian Universalist Roots
Every Sunday we join our voices with Unitarian Universalists across the country in reciting words from the covenant written in 1894 by Unitarian minister, James Vila Blake. The first line is “Love is the spirit of this church.” The central question for us is not, what do we believe, but to what are we committed. Does … Continue reading A Religion of Covenant Not Creed
Join us Sunday during our normal service time for breakfast as we launch our new kitchen. Come hungry! We will serve pancakes and fixings. Our message is gratitude, fellowship and sharing.
UU congregations affirm and promote the democratic process, and the democratic process is the responsibility of the people. This process depends on the people learning about the issues and being ready to act on them. One of the issues going forward in our larger community right now is a vote on the amendments to the … Continue reading The Democratic Process
What do you do to maintain a sense of balance in your life? The Spiritual teachings of Earth-centered traditions which celebrate the sacred circle of life and instruct us to live in harmony with the rhythms of nature, call us to honor the spiritual significance of seasonal changes. So at this season of the Autumnal … Continue reading Creative Balance
Metaphors of change or transition often make reference to stepping in or getting our feet wet. As we wade into this new relationship of shared ministry, we are called to discern the path and the way we will walk together. Join us this Sunday as we contemplate the continuing journey of becoming the beloved community … Continue reading Wade In The Water
In a world filled with conflicting messages and fake news, are we really free to make informed choices? Join Bob in a look at how to make informed choices and how to “live free in an unfree world.”
