Laura Hershey wrote “…Those with power can afford to tell their story or not. Those without power risk everything to tell their story and must. Someone, somewhere will hear your story and decide to fight, to live and refuse compromise.” This Sunday, as we honor … read more.
What does “Turn the Other Cheek” really mean? Or other of the aphorisms that Jesus is recorded as having told his followers two thousand years ago? Erik Gunn draws on the work of Methodist theologian and anti-apartheid activist Walter Wink in today’s service. [Image Credit: … read more.
This first Sunday of the New Year, we gather in community to reflect on our stories – those we wish to begin, and those we wish to change. This is our annual burning bowl service, in which we seal our intentions in the ritual of … read more.
During today’s multigenerational service, we will explore ways to be present together mindfully. We will have a few break out sessions for different means of coming home to ourselves in the present moment and offering the gift of presence to each other. [Recording includes a … read more.
Many of the Winter Holy Days encourage us to notice the presence of the sacred in everyday life: sunlight, abundance, incarnation, community. This morning, we’ll explore the possibility that the Holy is always present, woven into all moments and all things.
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Parker Palmer once wrote, “The human soul doesn’t want to be advised or fixed or saved. It simply wants to be witnessed — to be seen, heard and companioned exactly as it is.” To witness a human soul is to keep one’s own heart open … read more.
Today we’ll reflect on the sense of presence brought to us by our favorite music from the UUA hymnals. Four current board members will share their favorite hymns and talk about why they are meaningful. Then we’ll all sing each hymn!
Worship Associates: Deb Myrbo and … read more.
Now more than ever, we need each other. This morning, we’ll explore the practice of presence as a resource for building and sustaining community, and we’ll welcome our new members in a joining ceremony. Everyone is encouraged to greet and congratulate our new members while … read more.
Last spring, a number of members of JRUUC read and discussed Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg’s provocative book On Repentance and Repair: Making Amends in an Unapologetic World. The book is a framework for making amends offered by the 12th century Jewish physician and scholar, Maimonides. The … read more.
Transgender Day of Remembrance Service. A Business Resolution passed by the delegates at the 2024 General Assembly proclaims that “our principles and values unequivocally commit our faith to honor and celebrate the full spectrum of gender identity and expression… The ability to live ever-more authentically … read more.
