Speaker: Elise Boren Rhythm is more than a pattern of beats in music—it is the pulse woven through all of life. It lives in the rise and fall of breath, the turning of the seasons, the movement of the tides, the beating of the heart, and the quiet cycles of thought and feeling. Everything carries … Continue reading The Universal Song
Hear from the young people of UUCP as they discuss what the start of the school year means to them — hopes, anxieties, goals, and other reflections.
O-bon is an annual summer event in Japan that connects ancient beliefs and Buddhist traditions to remember and honor the spirits of deceased ancestors. This service will talk about the cultural background and different aspects of O-bon commemorations, which include the BonFest event in Pensacola on August 22. Presenter Teruko Von Bargen is a native … Continue reading O-bon in Japanese Culture
We often call August the dogdays of summer and given where we live – we tend to hibernate inside. It’s during this time that we are given the opportunity to take this time and view it as late summer fullness and a threshold before change. Our speaker, the Rev. Theresa Everett, currently serves as St. … Continue reading The ‘In-Between Time’ of August
A representative from Jayla’s Voice will talk about the tragic death of Jayla Davis from fentanyl and the organization’s mission to prevent substance use disorder and provide family support, striving to create a future where every voice is heard and every life is valued. The Purple Pulse project (August 21-31) is an 11-day community initiative … Continue reading Jayla’s Voice and Purple Pulse
