The Words of Reflection and message will focus on the history of the LGBTQ Pride Celebration. We will discuss the effect of heterosexual and cisgender privilege through the sharing of poetry and personal events with an opportunity for each of us to examine our own experiences of privilege. Service for All Ages. Listen to this … Continue reading LGBTQ Pride Service: “Is Your Privilege Showing?”
Thom will use his own experience coming out in the 1970s, in George Wallace’s Alabama no less, to explore self-reliance and “double consciousness (a term from W.E.B. Du Bois). We will also enjoy the music of guest musician Chris Saunders. To view the slides that accompanied this service, click here. Listen to this service on … Continue reading Still Coming Out After 40 Years
In a continuation of last week’s topic, our Minister Emeritus will carry on the examination of the progress of the obscure roots of liberal religion in Pensacola. Today, we enjoy 9888 Pensacola Blvd. What might our future hold? Music by Bobby van Deusen. The audio will be added to the YouTube channel soon! Seven … Continue reading Our Once and Future Church-Part 2
In this two-part message, our Minister Emeritus will survey the obscure roots of liberal religion in our city. We’ll begin with the Pensacola Universalist Church, located at 44 Chase Street. We’ll continue through the Pensacola Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, which met at 924 East Scott Street, until today, where we enjoy our former funeral parlor at … Continue reading Our Once and Future Church-Part 1
Many men and women have given their lives in service to our country and their sacrifice deserves commemoration. In a time when Memorial Day is known for barbecues, car sales, and a convenient three-day weekend, we should take a moment to stop and reflect on the true meaning of the holiday. Please join me as we … Continue reading Memorial Day: Remembering Through Poem and Song
In a final sermon in her settlement of twelve years of service, Rev. Julie invites us to say our farewells with reflection and gratitude. With the anniversary of the American Red Cross, we will award the Clara Barton award to Billye Cutchen. Farewell Reception for Rev. Dr. Julie Kain after service. The audio will be … Continue reading How We Say Goodbye
Celebrating the Mother’s Day holiday by asking a simple question – “Who Cares?” This Service for All Ages includes a Teacher Appreciation ceremony. Listen to this service on our YouTube channel.
With only two remaining Sundays, Rev. Julie will share her appreciations of the time she has served as minister over the past twelve years, and her hopes for the future of the Pensacola UU community. Please plan to attend the Annual Congregational Meeting after the service to vote on next year’s budget and the slate … Continue reading Thanks for the Memories
Come hear how Unitarian Universalists from three congregations in New Orleans have joined forces in a groundbreaking process to seek restorative justice. Their work is in response to a violent incident that took place in the final days of our annual UUA General Assembly last summer in which two UUA employees from Boston were injured. … Continue reading Struggle for Justice
In this Service for All Ages, the children will participate as we consider the tale of Naamah. When God tells Noah to gather the animals, God also calls on Naamah, Noah’s wife, to save each plant on earth. Naamah’s wisdom & love for the natural harmony of the earth inspire us to use our own … Continue reading “Naamah, Wife of Noah”
