November 6 The Sunday before Election Day is a good time to invite the wisdom of our ancestors, and to be mindful of the generations that will follow us. This morning, we’ll share in a ritual of remembrance for the authors of our history, and we’ll explore how the things we do today create the … Continue reading Our Future’s Past
The Rev. David Pettee was a white man who served as Director of Ministerial Credentialing for the Unitarian Universalist Association, and whose ancestors were northern slaveholders. Patricia Mann is a descendant of Cuff Simmons, one of the slaves owned by David’s family. We’ll read their story this morning, in honor of the courage it took … Continue reading The Courage to Connect: Healing Our Ancestral Lines
It’s so easy to see and celebrate the “big” acts of courage. In addition to the heroic acts that alter history, there are also the daily choices that prevent history from altering us! Bending the arc of the universe toward justice deserves praise, but so does the ordinary work of integrity and not allowing yourself … Continue reading Everyday Courage
The courage of asylum seekers to seek refuge in the United States meets the courage of allies to welcome them in our local Madison community. Speaker Aissa Olivarez has years of experience representing asylum seekers in immigration court, including young children. She will speak to what she has learned as an advocate and attorney and … Continue reading Courage: A Catalyst for Change
Last week, we explored the many kinds of courage it takes to simply show up as ourselves. This morning, we’ll do a deeper dive into the courage needed and the courage shared as we work to build a world where everyone can thrive. We’ll also celebrate National Coming Out Day! All are welcome in worship, … Continue reading From You I Receive…
We’ll be invited to explore “the path of courage” throughout the month of October, and we’ll start off this morning with some exploration of what courage is. What does it mean to have courage? Where do we find it? How do we know we have it? When do we serve as a source of it? … Continue reading If I Only Had the Nerve
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 of why they serve. We will also have live music … Continue reading Beyond Sunday Morning – Our Congregational Ministries
Just hearing the word “belonging” can conjure up a deep desire to be included- but being let into the circle is only one section of the path of belonging. This morning, we’ll explore another section of the path- getting to participate in expanding the circle. All are welcome in worship, whether you’ve registered or not. … Continue reading Open Circles
This year, it feels especially important to reflect on our coming back together after our summer activities. We’ve been apart in some form or another for two and a half years. Let’s celebrate coming back together in multigenerational worship with stories and song – and of course, blending water that’s meaningful to us. Bring your … Continue reading Flowing Like Time – Water Communion
“Freedom and Justice Rising: connecting the values of faith and organized labor this Labor Day” with Teresa Mambu Rasch (via Zoom). This Labor Day, our labor movement is fighting for fundamental change in the workplace, for a new day of dignity and voice for all workers. Beginning with the principle that all work has dignity, Teresa … Continue reading Freedom and Justice Rising
