Unitarian Universalism isn’t the only liberal religion, and many beliefs that we hold are held by many. Where does our theology lie? What can we point to when asked not only what we believe, but what is the bedrock of our faith? Rev. Karishma Gottfried believes there are 5 jagged rocks upon which our Faith … Continue reading “The Five Jagged Rocks of Unitarian Universalism” by Karishma Gottfried
This year, as we celebrate and honor our country’s 250th year since the writing of our Declaration of Independence, many Americans struggle with how patriotic they should be feeling. Indeed, if they should be celebrating at all, given how many liberties have been reduced in recent years. It feels as though this Bold Experiment of … Continue reading “A More Perfect Union: Patriotism with Open Eyes,” by Tinka Friend
This sermon looks at Jesus as a “Rabblerouser” to the Roman enforcers in Jerusalem. Was there evidence for them to see him as an insurrectionist? Given how our current federal government and law enforcement officers are looking at people (including American citizens) who put themselves out front, protesting, demanding justice and being labeled as “Domestic … Continue reading “Jesus as a Security Risk,”
Prior to deciding what we will pledge for the next year, we examine the spiritual connection to pledging—to giving generously with intention. We see how that enriches both the church and our own spiritual growth.
Service video In this month of remembrance of American Black History, we honor the life and the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Service video With the anger and hate swirling around us in this—our country–weekly—if not daily—it can be difficult to stay rooted in Love. But that IS what we, as Universalist Unitarians, are called to do. We, at UUCR, have said for decades that “Love is the Doctrine of this Church” and the UUA says that … Continue reading “Embracing an Ethic of Love,” by Tinka Friend
Service video When the New Year arrives, there is a tradition, throughout the world, of beginnings–of taking stock of your life and making changes. We must remember that there are thoughts, feelings, behaviors that must be discarded first, before we have the internal “space” to embrace new thoughts or habits.
Service video When we long to trust in God’s Love, what we see, what we sense, and what we experience around us seems to contradict that Love. How difficult it is to hang on to Hope when you live in a war-torn country. Following the liturgy of a quiet meditative Taize service, join us as … Continue reading “Taizé service: Hope Beyond all Hope,” by Tinka Friend
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
May 1st (or May Day) was Beltane, a Celtic celebration which says goodbye to Darkness and Winter and hello to Light and Spring. We’ll learn a little about this day and how pagans honor it. Flowers are an important symbol of Spring, which bring us to the third part of our service—The Flower Ceremony, or … Continue reading “Beltane & Flower Communion,” by Wren Monsour & Tinka Friend
