Being subject to one another is about being attentive to one another’s needs. It is about being kind.Kindness is not always easy. Kindness is sometimes uncomfortable, because it requires us to not stay comfortable, but to understand that when all is said and done, we’re all part of one family, one body. How can we … Continue reading “Be Subject to One Another,” by Rev. Kimberley Debus
The way we choose to live and the depth of our feelings, our ability to love and be loved and to take in all the colors of the world around us, determine the worth and true extent of the time we are given in our lives. We all know that to live is to experience … Continue reading “Waiting in the Garden,” by Rev. Scott W. Alexander
Our greatest gift is just to love and to be loved in return. We seek to build a beloved community where to love is to care for our souls. May we learn together the beauty that lives with loving kindness. The transmutation of suffering into understanding love. The caring which bless the world. John A. … Continue reading “Caring,” by Avery Burrows
Summer Solstice is a time to give homage to the sun and its energy. It’s the longest day and the shortest night in the Northern Hemisphere. It’s also the official start of summer! Summer is the season of growth and abundance; we can see it all around us in the ripe fruits and colorful flowers in our gardens, we … Continue reading “Here Comes the Sun,” by Sonya Murray
In these times of both challenge and possibility, Congressman Mark Takano will share his vision and priorities for this congressional term, offering insight into how we can collectively shape a more just, compassionate, and inclusive society. Grounded in our shared values of Love, Justice, Equity, and Interdependence, this service invites us to reflect on the … Continue reading “Faithful Action,” by Rep. Mark Takano
UUs believe in a fluid faith, that we must embrace change and growth and not etch our answers in stone. UUism is unique because we value the beliefs and shared hunanity of all people and because we believe we do not have the once-and-for-all answers. We must respond to the real demands of our world; … Continue reading A Living Tradition
A Magical Child, inspired by the book Magical Child by Joseph Chilton Pearce: “It is never too late to play, for we are all Magical Children.”
Memorial Day is a time for honoring the men and women of our Armed Forces who gave the ultimate sacrifice–their lives. Is there someone in your family who died serving our country? How do we honor them? What is the history of Memorial Day? Today, Nick Williams, an Army Veteran during Vietnam, will share his … Continue reading “They Died So We Could Live,” by Nick Williams
The world has celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights — a document that is much more than a cornerstone of international law: it is a guide to navigate a deeply divided world, a set of values that everyone can live by, and ultimately a force for good. And yet, we … Continue reading “International day against Queer Oppression,” by Wren Monsour
Today is Mother’s Day, a celebration honoring all mother figures of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. The tradition of Mother’s Day endures and evolves. Just as Mother’s Day was the creation of multiple women,out of appreciation for the support and sacrifices of their … Continue reading “Mother’s Day,” by Tinka Friend
