This interactive talk will introduce attendees to the history and practice of “Theatre of the Oppressed”. From its anti-fascist origins in 1970s Brazil to contemporary adaptations worldwide, “Theatre of the Oppressed” (TO) has been a tool for radical social change in various sectors of society. TO is widely considered “rehearsal for revolution”, where anyone and … Continue reading “Theatre of the Oppressed,” by Nicole Dumaguindin
The journalist and writer Naomi Wolf warns us that in recent years our leaders have deliberately, not accidentally, assaulted the premises of the Constitution, and freedoms we take so easily for granted that they are to us like air—invisible—may have been eroded beyond the possibility of repair in our lifetime. Do we take our American … Continue reading “Safe and Profoundly Unsound,” by Rev. Victoria Safford
The journalist and writer Naomi Wolf warns us that in recent years our leaders have deliberately, not accidentally, assaulted the premises of the Constitution, and freedoms we take so easily for granted that they are to us like air—invisible—may have been eroded beyond the possibility of repair in our lifetime. Do we take our American … Continue reading “Safe and Profoundly Unsound,” by Naomi Wolf
In this sermon we will learn about Housing First, an evidence-based approach that pairs permanent housing with voluntary supportive services to end homelessness. Drawing on our UU values of Equity, Justice, and Interdependence, we’ll examine why stability must come before Transformation, why science and spirit point in the same direction, and how our congregation can … Continue reading “Love is Home: Why Housing First Works, and Why Our Faith Demands It,” by Adam Wedeking
Today’s sermon features the stories and experiences of individuals impacted by current United States immigration practices, including time spent living in or visiting detention centers, and those who help to bring the imprisoned out of captivity and onto the path of citizenship. This sermon highlights the UU covenantal values of pluralism, justice, generosity, and equity, … Continue reading “Seeking Asylum,” by Guillermo
In this sermon, we will explore how bearing witness has long been understood as a prophetic and spiritual act. From reporters risking their lives to tell the truth, to the courageous decisions that brought the Pentagon Papers to public light, the struggle to see clearly and remember honestly is deeply connected to our Unitarian Universalist … Continue reading “Love is Bearing Witness,” by Adam Wedeking
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,”
As part of our “Famous UUs” series, this Sunday’s sermon, “Love is Resistance,” explores the courageous lives of Martha and Waitstill Sharp, a social worker and minister who risked everything to rescue refugees from Nazi-occupied Europe. At a time when neutrality was the socially acceptable choice, the Sharps chose a “faith of resistance,” navigating dangerous … Continue reading “Love is Resistance: The Sharps’ Faith, Our Calling,” by Adam Wedeking
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
