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.
Today’s service will be a multigenerational fair offering several opportunities to practice mindfulness of the present moment through music, movement, and meditation.
The Share the Plate recipient for Dec. 17 and 31 will be Middle East Children’s Alliance, a nonprofit humanitarian aid organization focused on supporting … read more.
There are mysteries that are simply part of life, ever present as part of the relationships with ourselves and each other as we stay, leave, and return. This morning, as we prepare for Rev. Karen’s sabbatical time, we’ll explore how we might remain curious in … read more.
Mystery stories are a top genre at the bookstore and the library. We love them, as long as they aren’t our stories. For ourselves, in our own lives, we often want to know what’s coming and know we are prepared for it. This week, we … read more.
For Christians, this is the first Sunday of Advent, the season of waiting and preparation for the birth of their Savior. It is a time of deep hope, and it begins with the story/mystery of a woman being told by an angel that she would … read more.
Thanksgiving weekend is complicated. This morning, we’ll explore how we might acknowledge the mourning of our indigenous siblings and challenge the myths that have been created and perpetuated by the colonizers of this land, while still practicing the generosity that’s come to be associated with … read more.
Today’s reflection explores what we get out of being generous and how we are connected because of it. It helps to create perspective around 2 Corinthians 9:11-13, which says, “You will be enriched in every way for all generosity, which produces thanksgiving to God through … read more.
Taking action to bring peace and justice in our world is one of the ways we give of ourselves. Our JRUUC Justice Leadership Team has been working to create areas of focus and opportunities to engage, and we’re ready to share these with our congregation! … read more.
Our theme for November is “the gift of generosity,” which implies that generosity isn’t just about giving but also about what we receive when we engage in giving. This morning, we’ll explore the transformative nature of generosity and the human desire to give.
Our Sacred Breath … read more.
Games and Religion. Spirituality and Play. They have more in common than you might think. Our ancestors often saw them as one and the same… and took them quite seriously. Which is why, they knew, the most important agreements are made… before we play.
Rev. Craig … read more.
