Service video Fear is a primitive instinct and a central motivator in our lives — it is what drives us to make a better, healthier world and helps us avoid what we have learned will hurt us. Yet, many of our religious messages include a theme, “be not afraid.” Is the only thing to fear … Continue reading “Be Not Afraid,” by Rev. Susan Maginn
Service video The author of today’s reading writes: “We all share the need to feel we exist, and that we are safe—we need to feel both present and secure. I am convinced that these very basic emotional needs lie at the heart of all kinds of behaviors.” The way we seek to fulfill these needs … Continue reading “Odd Arrangements and Funny Solutions,” by Rev. Dr. Helen Lutton Cohen
Service Video The body is the one thing in this world which is completely and intimately ours. Rather than engaging in a spirituality that denies the body, we can move closer to an experience of God here and now by fully engaging with the body. Our bodies are magnificent and magical conduits between God and … Continue reading “Welcome to the Temple,” by Rev. Victoria Bomberry, PhD
Today is the day we celebrate & honor those who we turn to for love, care, strength, hope, wisdom and comfort. Join us as we acknowledge and remember those who hold our homes and communities together in ways that are as beautiful and expansive as our families. Rachel Walden is the senior digital and marketing … Continue reading “Celebrating and Honoring Motherhood: Composite Readings from UUA Honoring Those Who Mothered,” by Rachel Walden & Rev. Barbara Child
Service Video This being NFL season, I am tying my interest in football to some of the values found in the 7 principles. Two of the concepts I’d like to introduce are TRACTION and the PIVOT. How do these ideas manifest in practice of our 7 principles? How can we make a successful pass, accomplish … Continue reading “Tightening the Cleats,” by Bill Casey
Service Video UUs all believe in different Gods, and sometimes no Gods at all. UUs aren’t required to do certain rituals or practices, except the ones which speak to their spirit. UUs demand we take personal and communal responsibility for spiritual growth, not look to a church authority for our Salvation. So… what exactly do … Continue reading “Why Are We Here (At Church)?,” by Alec Peck
Service Video Life, even in 2022, can often be difficult. The spiritual journey is one built on the pain of confronting difficult challenges. In short, discipline is the practice of confronting spiritual challenges. But what exactly is self-discipline, and how can we actually apply it? M. Scott Peck claims that there are four elements of … Continue reading “The Road Less Traveled: Wielding the Tools of Discipline,” by Dr. Morgan Scott Peck
Service Video As we enter this season of holly days and holy days, we have an opportunity to draw our attention to what sustains us, to draw our attention to the sources of love and care and gratitude in our lives.
Join us outdoors at the church to sing some classic Christmas hymns together! Bring an extra layer of clothes and the joy of the holidays in your heart.
Service Video Life, even in 2021, can be difficult. The spiritual journey is one built on the pain of confronting difficult challenges. In short, discipline is the practice of confronting spiritual challenges. But what exactly is self-discipline, and how can we actually apply it? M. Scott Peck claims that there are four elements of discipline: … Continue reading “The Road Less Traveled: Discipline,” by Dr. Morgan Scott Peck
