The rush and pressure of modern life are a form, perhaps the most common form, of its innate violence,” wrote Trappist monk and peace activist Thomas Merton. “The frenzy of our activism neutralizes our work for peace. . . . It destroys the fruitfulness of our own work, because it kills the root of inner … Continue reading The Peace of Trees
The word “religion” might be related to the Latin religare, meaning “to bind fast.” On this Sunday, Rev. EB reflects on what she’s learned from knitting, sewing, and knots.
Our UU Principles are getting a renewal! For almost three years, a special taskforce of our UUA has been deeply examining the UUA’s Principles and Purposes. On this Sunday, we explore the proposed revision, and its core values: love, justice, generosity, evolution, pluralism, equity, and interdependence.
In the story “Stone Soup,” a community is able to make a tasty meal out of “empty” cupboards when they cook together. On this Sunday, we give thanks for the gifts of community and reflect on what we’ve learned about working together.
“Rest Is Resistance,” writes Tricia Hersey. On this Sunday, we examine the importance of rest, and Rev EB shares her experience of sabbatical rest.
A service to welcome back Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter. She’ll share a bit about her sabbatical, and answer your questions.
This is the final worship service of the Sabbatical period. We welcome back our minister, Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter, and reflect on the lessons of trust and shared leadership that we’ve learned while she was away.
Our lives always include some failures and disappointments. Sometimes big, sometimes smaller. The question for us is not Can we get through life without some letdowns and losses? (We can’t.) The question is, Can we remember that we still get a second chance? Even now. Not always at the same goal, but at a way … Continue reading Second Chances
On New Year’s Day, we will hold another “pot-luck” service, led by Abby Kreuger and Dennis O’Brien. The theme is “Out with the old, in with the new.” Please bring any readings or poems which speak to you of this idea, and we will share them with the congregation.
Join us for our annual Christmas Eve service, where we will sing traditional carols, hear the Gospel readings of Jesus’ birth, and reflect on the coming of new light in this darkest time of the year. We will share candlelight with one another until the sanctuary is lit with our flames and with our wishes … Continue reading Christmas Eve
