“Reiki and the UU Principles,” by Wren Monsour
Service video Reiki is a spiritual practice that was developed in 1920s Japan and has since spread worldwide. We will explore the history of this practice and how it relates to our UU Principles.
Speaker: Wren Monsour
Wren Vera Monsour is a pagan UU, a classically trained singer, and a Reiki Master Teacher. She has recently launched a new business, Crossroads Reiki, with the loving support of her wonderful wife, Quinn.
“Imbolc and St. Brigid,” by Wren Monsour
Service video Imbolc is an important festival in Irish history and modern paganism. While the previous festival of Yule honored the return of the sun, Imbolc welcomes the first signs of spring as the Earth starts to show the results of that increase of light and warmth. This day is also celebrated as St. Brigid’s … Continue reading “Imbolc and St. Brigid,” by Wren Monsour
“Holding Fast,” by Rev. Kelly Weisman Asprooth-Jackson
Service video It takes bravery to commit to a faith, cause, or movement larger than oneself; and it takes persistent courage to stay. The institutions and identities by which we define ourselves, are only so strong as the human commitments out of which they are made; the commitments to which we individually hold fast to … Continue reading “Holding Fast,” by Rev. Kelly Weisman Asprooth-Jackson
“Winter Solstice,” by Avery Burrows & Wren Monsour
Service video Once again the Winter Solstice is upon us.– the shortest day and the longest night of the year. This is a time when we learn from the earth how to face the darkness without losing hope. Tonight, we join communities around the world looking to the miracle of light as a sign of … Continue reading “Winter Solstice,” by Avery Burrows & Wren Monsour
“Be Subject to One Another,” by Rev. Kimberley Debus
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
“International day against Queer Oppression,” by Wren Monsour
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
“Beltane & Flower Communion,” by Wren Monsour & 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
“Asexuality and Inherent Worth,” by Wren Monsour
Service Video. Asexuality is a sexual identity, like being gay, for someone who has little to no sexual attraction to any gender. This sermon will discuss the history of asexuality and how UUs can support the asexuals in their lives.
“The Magick of Autumn,” by Wren Monsour
Service video Autumn is a season of change when the Earth tilts away from the sun and the days grow shorter and cooler. Autumn is symbolic of plenty, ripening, harvest, and abundance; at the same time, a symbol of decay, decline, and death. Many cultures celebrate this season with traditions and rituals that reflect our … Continue reading “The Magick of Autumn,” by Wren Monsour
“Building the Beloved Community,” by Fred Small
Service video MLK said:”Each of us must do our part to build a Beloved Community.” Dr King was talking about a global vision in which all people can share in cooperating to create a world with international standards of decency. A community is a group of people that share, among other things, common customs, values and … Continue reading “Building the Beloved Community,” by Fred Small