Speaker: S. Avery Burrows
Avery was born in Long Beach in 1951 and grew up in Seal Beach & Long Beach. He has traveled considerably, and is a student of earth-based traditions. Avery, is deeply involved in social justice issues. He has been a long-time member of UUCR and volunteers his time as our groundskeeper, working with the homeless, maintaining our community garden, & in any capacity where he can assist.
Avery has been a member of our Social Social & Environmental Justice Committee for more than 10 years. He has chaired the Maintenance & Social Events committees, and he served as secretary of the Green Sanctuary Committee. Avery was honored to serve as a General Member on the UUCR Board of Trustees.
Rev. Arnason, the author of today’s sermon, writes: “The journey into illness, the will to get well, and the search for healing are some of the most important spiritual journeys that we take in our lives. These are not voluntary journeys, but for most of us they are an inevitable part of what it means … Continue reading “How Shall We Be Healed?” by the Rev. Dr. Wayne Arnason
Many of us get weekends off, vacation days, paid sick leave and safe working conditions thanks to the efforts of labor unions. These are hard-won achievements of American workers and the historic struggle for better rights and quality of life. Today we will reflect on the labor union movement and how it shapes the pursuit … Continue reading “Worker’s Power and Unions,” by Avery Burrows
Labor History Month is observed every year in May. It celebrates the achievements of American workers and their historic struggle for better rights and quality of life. Today, we will reflect on the labor union movement and how it shapes the pursuit of justice, equality and advocacy for those who build the economic foundations of … Continue reading “Worker’s Power,” by Avery Burrows
Service Video As fellow inhabitants of this planet, the earth is our common home. We are temporary residents of this amazing world and partake of its gifts and resources during our stay. What kind of guests should we be? What conditions will we leave behind for future residents? Avery Burrows was born in Long Beach … Continue reading “Honoring our Stewardship of Nature,” by Avery Burrows
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
Service video Samhain (‘Sauin’), meaning “End of Summer,” is a Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, or the “darker-half” of the year. Samhain celebrates the thinning of the veil between our world and the dead. Traditionally, those who celebrate Samhain welcome those spirits that are crossing into … Continue reading “Recalling & Connecting With Loved Ones at Samhain,” by Avery Burrows
What is the connection between our wellbeing and the natural world? In our increasingly technological world, what are some ways we can bring more of the natural world into our lives? Avery Burrows was born in Long Beach in 1951 and grew up in Seal Beach & Long Beach. He has traveled considerably, is a … Continue reading “The Natural World,” by Avery Burrows