Service Video As we enter this season of holly days and holy days, we have an opportunity to draw our attention to what sustains us, to draw our attention to the sources of love and care and gratitude in our lives.
Join us outdoors at the church to sing some classic Christmas hymns together! Bring an extra layer of clothes and the joy of the holidays in your heart.
Service Video Most of us are familiar with the Christmas story; but in the true tradition of UUism, Rev. David A. Miller presents a new perspective in which to contemplate the birth of Christ and the lessons that we can learn from it today. “Metanoia” comes from the Greek words “meta” which means “beyond” and … Continue reading “Reimaging Christmas: A Metanoia Moment,” by Rev. David A. Miller
What is the bedrock that the UU faith is based on? The Reverends Nancy Bowen and Mike Morran created the Five Jagged Rocks to recognize “a faith that is dangerous and not always smooth-going.” UUs embrace a belief system that can seem rough around the edges.
Service Video Life, even in 2021, can be difficult. The spiritual journey is one built on the pain of confronting difficult challenges. In short, discipline is the practice of confronting spiritual challenges. But what exactly is self-discipline, and how can we actually apply it? M. Scott Peck claims that there are four elements of discipline: … Continue reading “The Road Less Traveled: Discipline,” by Dr. Morgan Scott Peck
Project CHELA (Children Helping Each Other Learn & Achieve) Sow & Grow Education is an innovative 501 C-3 non-profit organization that has served at-risk communities in southern California for 18 years. 50% of CHELA children have special needs. Based in Chino, Project CHELA Sow & Grow works with regional center services, faith-based and other outreach … Continue reading “Sharing Miracles Through Human Relations,” by Tanya Flores & Daisy Valdovinos
Service Video Gratitude is one of the greatest gifts we can give to ourselves and to others. It makes everything that we have more than enough. Gratitude multiplies joy and expands possibilities, inspiring us to share it with others. Today, we turn our attention to the transformative power of thankfulness and appreciation.
Service video Our principles are what guide us as UU’s. I have found many of the tenets of the Course in Miracles support the Principles in such a way that it has made my spiritual life easier to live. It has as well been a guide for understanding my own spiritual path and a direction … Continue reading “A Course of Miracles and How it Relates to the UU Principles,” by Linda Van Voorhis
Service video In what ways does the culture of positivity, or toxic positivity, contribute to our emotional regulation? Is anger a big, bad feeling or is there more to the emotional spectrum than catchy posters would have us believe? Hannah Swartzel Rausch is a Riverside native and current student at RCC studying art and art … Continue reading “Angry, Irritated, Mad: Big Feelings or Bad Feelings?,” by Hannah Swartzel Rausch
Service video Many cultures set aside days to remember and honor loved ones who have passed on. Family and friends gather to pay respects and remember those who have died. These include the Mexican Dia de los Muertos and Catholic All Souls’ Day. The past two years have been especially trying as the world struggled … Continue reading “Day of Remembrance,” by Tinka Friend
