What do Easter and Earth Day have in common? This past Easter, we reflected on the miracle of Jesus’ resurrection from the dead. Resurrection is about the surging and resurging power of life. Earth teaches us that resurrection is not only possible, but that it’s happening all around us. New life returns and continues to … Continue reading “Earth Teaches Us Resurrection,” by The Rev. Kimberley Debus
It’s natural to be uncomfortable with uncertainty. It can often be terrifying but it can also be very exciting. Uncertainty can drive fear, curiosity, innovation, for we yearn for the wonder of discovery, that feeling of experiencing something for the first time. The more we know, the more we realize how little we know. We … Continue reading Mysteries of Science III: Dealing with Uncertainty
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 As we approach the spring equinox in the northern hemisphere, and the holidays that accompany this time of year, we are reminded of the importance of balance, not only in nature but within ourselves and the institutions we support. Saint Patrick’s Day, Easter, Ramadan, Passover, Holi, and many others celebrate the renewal of … Continue reading “Balancing Acts,” by Mairi Moores
Service video UUs view immigration through a lens of love and compassion, rejecting policies that dehumanize individuals. Just as love knows no borders, Unitarian Universalist’s dedication to justice reaches across boundaries and walls. We show up on the side of love with all families, regardless of citizenship status, and strive to create welcoming communities and … Continue reading “Standing Up for Immigrant Justice,” by Elsa Hernandez, IC4IJ
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.
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
What does it mean to say that something matters to us? Or perhaps more importantly, what does it mean to say that we matter? Us mattering, and mattering to whom or what, and what matters to us is all so central to how we live. Mattering provides meaning and purpose in our lives, but it … Continue reading “What Matters and Why It Matters,” by Dr. Rebecca Goldstein
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
Service video This is the second in an going series. Miss Potter is best known for her writing and illustrations of children’s books. However this talk will focus on the less well-known aspects of her life; as an amateur scientist, a scientific illustrator, an environmental activist, a philanthropist, and her views as a Unitarian and … Continue reading “Famous UUs II: Beatrix Potter,” by Lauren Young
