From a stamp for life-preserving papers to a cup for dancing flames, from a symbol of our service work abroad to a ritual at the heart of our Sunday services, the UU flaming chalice has a vibrant history. The story of our flaming chalice is the story of our living tradition: enacted, embodied, and evolving. … Continue reading From Papers to Flames: The Story of Our Chalice
Recently Unitarian Universalism adapted its seven principles to six values centered in love. JETPIG is an acronym for these six values; Justice, Equity, Transformation, Pluralism, Interdependence, and Generosity, useful for helping all of us remember these six values. JETPIG is also a cute character for introducing these values to children. Join us as together we … Continue reading When JETPIGs Fly
Rev. William Levwood A defining feature of Unitarian Universalism is our openness to theological diversity. Another defining characteristic is our looking to multiple sources for inspiration and meaning making. Join us as we explore together these foundations of Unitarian Universalism. Question to Ponder: “What has been a core source of wisdom and guidance in your … Continue reading “Ransom Note Religion & KAYAK.com The@logy”
Historically Unitarian Universalism has put forth the idea that humans are capable of goodness, that a loving God created a world where humans can thrive and flourish. Unitarian Universalist theologians have suggested that humans thrive when their environment is conducive to flourishing. This has encouraged Unitarian Universalists to work for the dismantling of oppressive structures … Continue reading Transforming the World with Liberating Love
In this ensemble service, AUUC members will share the story of their UU Journey. This month’s services are centered around AUUC’s mission statement. This Sunday’s service will focus on how Together We Act for Justice, with AUUC members sharing how as part of being Unitarian Universalists they’ve worked towards making a more just, equitable world. … Continue reading Our UU Journey: Together We Act for Justice
As Unitarian Universalists, we grow not just as individuals, but in relationship—with each other, with our values, and with the spirit of community. While Rev. Levwood is on study leave, join us for a lay-led service featuring three AUUC congregants who will share personal reflections on how their journeys have been shaped and deepened through … Continue reading Our UU Journey: Together We Grow in Spirit
In this ensemble service, AUUC members will share the story of their UU Journey. This month’s services are centered around AUUC’s mission statement. This Sunday’s service will focus on how Together We Care in Community. Question to Ponder: “How has your UU journey involved caring for your community?” Monthly Theme for July: Our UU Journey … Continue reading Our UU Journey: Together We Care in Community
At a time when our nation is becoming less inclusive communities like AUUC are all the more important. Join us as we explore our call to be a welcoming and inclusive spiritual home. Question to Ponder: “What does it feel like to belong?” Monthly Theme for July: Our UU Journey The Nursery will be available … Continue reading “Our UU Journey: A Welcoming & Inclusive Spiritual Home”
As Pride month draws to a close, we look back at LGBTQ+ individuals and moments in local history that have propelled us forward. Come away from this service inspired to build a strong future full of freedom, inclusivity, and pride. Question to Ponder: “When was the last time you used your freedom to push progress?” Monthly … Continue reading “Pride, Protests, Pickets, and Progress”
UUA General Assembly Sunday Worship Service NOTE ALTERNATE TIME: Service starts at 11am this Sunday! Join us in person or online for a watch party of the Unitarian Universalist General Assembly’s Closing Worship. Embrace the electrifying spirit of the year’s largest UU gathering, where we come together in unity for an awe-inspiring Sunday worship celebration … Continue reading “Revolution Begins with a Dream”
In our individual lives practicing a discipline is how we give ourselves more freedom. Societally our freedom increases when we invest in the structures of care that make freedom possible. Join us as we deepen our commitment to freedom by deepening our commitment to the discipline and structure that makes freedom possible. Question to Ponder: … Continue reading “Prelude: Discipline Is Freedom”
An everyday feeling of freedom can seem like something found only in stolen moments. And yet, that joyful timelessness of fully immersing oneself in the moment is available all the time when we approach life with attention and full-hearted abandon. Join us as we explore how to reclaim that childlike freedom of a summer afternoon … Continue reading “Near Wild Heaven”
