Topic: Principle 7. Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part

“Love is Home: Why Housing First Works, and Why Our Faith Demands It,” by Adam Wedeking

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

“Across the Geological & Genomic Fossil Records of Life, the One you Meet is You!” by Dr. Lee Greer

Meditation Summary: In the eternal nowness of the thrive and riot of life on our planet Earth, from barrier reefs, rain forests, boreal forests, tundra, fungal neural networks, micro and macrobiota in lakes, streams, grasslands and deserts, to the abyssal plains of our oceans, the archipelagos of our oceans and seas, to the lichen-encrusted rocks … Continue reading “Across the Geological & Genomic Fossil Records of Life, the One you Meet is You!” by Dr. Lee Greer

“Faithful Action,” by Rep. Mark Takano

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

“Who’s Who in the Israeli–Palestinian Conflict,” by Alec Peck

Service Video The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is once again destroying and ending lives of the people who live there, and so American citizens and politicians are once again turning their focus to this conflict. Much effort has been dedicated to determining who are the “bad” guys and who are the “good” guys, … Continue reading “Who’s Who in the Israeli–Palestinian Conflict,” by Alec Peck

“Honoring Earth Day”

Service video This 2023 Earth Sunday service was compiled by the Unitarian Universalist Ministry for Earth. Unitarian Universalism’s seventh principle: “Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part,” makes this a day to celebrate religiously.

“…the infinite enlargement of the heart…,” by The Reverend James C. Leach

Service video Rev Leach focused this sermon on the principle that we are all part of an interdependent Web of Life, and he reflects on the ways this web of life is important, not only to the survival of our church and the world through pledging, but also the joys that can come from doing … Continue reading “…the infinite enlargement of the heart…,” by The Reverend James C. Leach