With the marking of the Winter Solstice two weeks ago, we have begun another circle around the sun together. As is our tradition at JRUUC, today we’ll participate in a fire communion ritual to center ourselves, seal our intentions, and lose our hesitations, as we … read more.
Reflections from outgoing Board of Trustees President Renee Buchanan and incoming President Deb Myrbo. Having a spiritual practice is often a way to appreciate the interconnected web we are part of. Today, Renee and Deb will speak about their personal spiritual practices, why having a … read more.
The Sun is at its peak this week, and with it, the first day of summer. The Summer Solstice is upon us! This morning, we’ll share in some reflections and rituals to welcome the longest day.
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This will be a collaborative and participatory service celebrating our creativity! We know our congregation is full of creatives of all kinds and we want to give everyone the opportunity to share their talents. We are inviting everyone and anyone to bring something they have … read more.
Many people believe it’s time to shift our strategies in the face of climate change, from prevention to compassionate, clear-eyed, vibrant, intentional adaptation. On this Earth Day, we’ll explore some of the lessons in resistance we see in nature, and we’ll ritualize our grief and … read more.
Kindness and care towards ourselves are aspects of love that often get pushed aside in all the busy-ness of caring for others. This morning, we’ll consider how self-care and self-compassion are foundational in order to extend our love to the world.
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There are so many opportunities to serve our beloved community- and so many rewards in that service! This morning, we’ll explore the work of some of our ministry teams, and leaders Rachel Avery, Jeanette Clawson, Randy Coloni, Peggy Haack, Karol Niemann, and Kelly Kearns will share stories … read more.
Many different cultures throughout the world celebrate the Summer Solstice, the day of longest light and highest sun, with gathering and music. Join us for a service celebrating the gifts of the sun, and summer!
We will have live music today from Heike Saynisch and Marla … read more.
Congregation members Janet Rex, Rand Hill, Virginia Scholtz, Deb Myrbo and Susan Podebradsky will show us how poetry and other arts help them awaken to themselves and to the wider world. When we come to know ourselves more clearly and share our truth with others … read more.
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A sermon by the Rev. Peter Friedrichs, … read more.
