Topic: Presence, Relationships

“Coping with Rough Times,” by Avery Burrows, Bill Casey, and Alec Peck

Service video Life is difficult, but we do not need to face its challenges alone. Members of UUCR share advice for getting through tough times and keeping our spirits joyful. Avery Burrows, Bill Casey, and Alec Peck are long-time members of UUCR. Each come from very different walks of life, in different places in their … Continue reading “Coping with Rough Times,” by Avery Burrows, Bill Casey, and Alec Peck

“Honoring Our Ancestors,” by Sonya Murray

The ritual of welcoming and honoring ancestors is an ancient spiritual practice found in many cultures and traditions. We are grateful for their gifts, their lessons, and their challenge; for “What they dreamed be ours to do.” Today we remember and express gratitude to our own particular ancestors: family roots, spiritual mentors, and those who … Continue reading “Honoring Our Ancestors,” by Sonya Murray

“Reimagining the American Dream,” by Rev. Dr. Marilyn Sewell

This sermon offers ideas related to upholding the American Dream by resisting actions that deny life, building closer knit communities, and encouraging one’s neighbor—all based on the UU principles of the world community as it relates to America, Justice, the Economy, Money, Poverty and Worth. It provides some historical perspective on what it meant for … Continue reading “Reimagining the American Dream,” by Rev. Dr. Marilyn Sewell