Topic: Monthly Themes

On Freedoms: Mine and Ours

There are two ways (at least!) to frame freedom: “freedom from” restrictions on our actions, and “freedom to” behave in ways we wish to.  These can be in tension with each other; promoting “freedom from” for some is sometimes accused of infringing on the “freedom … read more.

A Life in Two Countries

Where are you from? Where do you belong? Who belongs? Martin Alvarado talks about growing up in two cultures, with family members on both sides of the immigration divide, and experiencing second-hand whiteness while growing up in Mexico City and living as an adult in … read more.

The Thread

Unitarian Universalism is a living tradition, which means it changes as we learn and experience new things.  And yet, there are threads – constants – that can be traced through our history.  This morning, we’ll explore the threads we each bring to this beloved congregation, … read more.

Imagining Ourselves Whole

The Unitarians and Universalists consolidated, and formed the Unitarian Universalist Association, 64 years ago this month.  Our founders imagined that these two faith traditions rooted in heresy might complement each other as a new whole was created – and since then, there are ways that … read more.

May the Fourth Be With You

Today is Star Wars Day – the unofficial celebration of the galaxy that has fired many of our imaginations.  And our Pagan siblings just marked Beltane, or May Day – the time to plant the gardens of our future, because we know that the seeds … read more.

Life, Breaking Through

This week brings holy days that invite reflections on rebirth and resurrection.  Our Christian siblings celebrate Jesus’ rising from the dead today, life is emerging with the coming of Spring, and Earth Day is close.  This morning, we’ll explore some of the ways we can … read more.