Presenter: Pat Gleich, Doctorate in Social Science and Sociology. Immigration is such a volatile subject at this time in our history. Join us as Dr. Gleich shares the history of voluntary immigration, looking at the last 200 years. She will present the trends and patterns, places of origin, and notable contributions. Included will be the … Continue reading History of voluntary immigration
Presenter: Catherine Quiring, MA, LMHC, Guest Speaker. The Christmas story is one of fierce compassion and love. It is set against a backdrop of empire, violence, and genocide, which may feel all too familiar to us today. The legacy of Rabbi Jesus and his birth story is one of fierce compassion, and creating safety in the … Continue reading Fierce Compassion: Creating Safety in the Midst of Horror
Presenter: Thom Botsford, friend of UUCP. This hot topic is much discussed in the coverage of the Gaza war, but poorly understood by the public. Our presentation will not take a “side” as much as point out the key elements of the current situation, both in the Middle East and at home. Watch this video … Continue reading Antisemitism and Antizionism: Are They the Same?
Come join us for a Service for All Ages led by a panel of our children and youth on the joys and concerns about going back to school. We will also be honoring our recent grads with major transitions of all ages. Presented by UUCP Youth and Honor Bell, Children’s Religious Education Coordinator. Watch this … Continue reading The Joys of School and Education
Presenter: Joe Vinson, Member and Board President. After 79 years, how do we remember the atomic bombings of Japan? What do many people even know or understand? Watch this service on our YouTube channel.
… That Changed the Way I Think About My Life. Guest Speaker: Zach Helton is a writer and interfaith chaplain who likes exploring practical spirituality and the formative impact of story. You can read some of his published pieces or find out more about his work at zhelton.com. Zach will share why he has never … Continue reading Two Movies and a TV Show…
Speaker: Brett Ramsey, UUCP member, is currently a travel agent who also spent 10+ years teaching political science and was the Democratic candidate for state representative in TN district 68 in 2010. Brett will provide some insight into what it’s really like to be a candidate for public office. He’ll also discuss our lofty expectations … Continue reading Running for Office: What’s it About?
Presenter: Joe Vinson, UUCP member and incoming President In this service Joe will present challenges we experience in examining our shared commitment to peace, liberty and justice for all. Watch this service on our YouTube channel.
Presenters: Margaret McLarin, Mae O’Shea and friends In honor of diversity and inclusion, we will hear “Wisdom from our Seniors” as they have journeyed through their lives as UU’s. They will present their delightful insights, humor and tidbits for joy in life. Watch this video on our YouTube Channel.
Organizers of the service: Crys Brockway, Marybeth Ramsey, and Brett Ramsey In honor of Pride month, this service will have a panel discussion with several UUCP members and friends. They will share some of their insights and experiences about their preferred pronoun changes and how it has affected their lives. Watch this service on our … Continue reading Why are Pronouns So Important?
