Our Annual All Souls Service with Reading of Names from our Memorial Garden We heal by finding our way back to wholeness, which can happen even without cure or reparative action. Repair, however, is something that can only happen between people. In this service we will explore healing, repair, and the difference between them. Question … Continue reading “Wholeness for Healing, Relationship for Repair”
Halloween is a time to honor our ancestors of blood and spirit, and to placate trick-or-treaters. How did these customs come about? Question to Ponder: What funny story do you have about someone who has passed over? View / download the Order of Service here Monthly Theme for October: Deep Listening Join us for service on … Continue reading Happy Halloween!
A Multigenerational Blessing of the Animals In this service we’ll look at the wisdom offered by our animal familiars, both wild and tame. Join us as we celebrate our animal companions! Question to Ponder: “When have you learned from the wisdom of an animal?” View / download the Order of Service here. Monthly Theme for October: Deep … Continue reading “Whale Song and Wolf Packs”
What does it feel like to be truly seen and honored for who you are? What does it feel like to be denied that affirmation of your sacred humanness? Join us for a National Coming Out Day Sunday service celebrating the LGBTQ+ experience with a full heart and with all of your senses. Question to … Continue reading “Can You See What We See?”
There is listening and then there is deep listening. How do we listen beneath the surface? What does deep listening look like in our personal lives? What does deep listening look like in our increasingly polarized society? Join us as we explore deep listening and how it transform our lives and our democracy. Question to … Continue reading More Than Half (of Democracy) Is Growing Underground
Do you want to know a little more about the theological foundations of Unitarian Universalism? Or a little about the spiritual journey of your minister? Or a little about Unitarian Universalism’s response to racism throughout our history? Whatever you would like to know a little more about, this is your chance to ask Rev Lev … Continue reading Question Box Sermon
Belonging means feeling accepted, valued, and included for who you are. It’s the sense that you are an essential part of something larger—a community, a relationship, or a purpose—where your presence is recognized and appreciated. True belonging isn’t about fitting in or meeting narrow expectations; it’s about knowing there’s a place for you that was … Continue reading You Already Belong
A Multigenerational Water Communion The most influential Unitarian of the 19th century counseled the development of the principles and powers of the soul. More recently the 21st century animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender, follows its main character Aang as he learns to manipulate the elements of fire, air, water, and earth for the benefit … Continue reading Homecoming and Training to be Avatars of Love
13th-century Sufi Muslim mystic Rumi is one of the U.S. and the world’s most popular poets. Ross Gay’s poetry collection Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude won the National Book Critics Circle Award in 2015 and his many essay collections have been best sellers. Separated by centuries but kindred in spirit, these poets will be our guides … Continue reading Heartbreak and the Benefits of Being a Human Guest House
In the 19th century a method of ethical study known as Musar emerged among Lithuanian Jews. In the 21st century author Priya Parker has put forth new ideas about hosting and hospitality in her book The Art of Gathering. Informed by traditions new and old, join us for a fresh look on the connections between … Continue reading Humility and the Art of Being a Generous Host
Unitarian universalism is a living tradition. Throughout our history, we have responded to the times aspiring to reach our arms out wider in an ever-expanding invitation. Even as we find such change life-giving, it often means letting go of past traditions. What does it mean to be flexible in faith? Service will feature an introduction … Continue reading “Flexibility of Faith”
There is a human need to simplify life’s complexities. Religion, political movements, and even fandom can fulfill this human need. Join us as together we explore what story captures our deepest commitments in life affirming ways that inspire us and others to serve the common good. View / download the Order of Service here. Question to … Continue reading “MAGA, Swifties, and Getting in Formation”
