Service video Today’s sermon reading, “The Christian in Me,” is the last, in a series of explorations of three different belief systems found within UU churches, written by Rev. Dr. Bruce Clear. Even though we may not call ourselves, individually, Christian, our denomination has grown from the Christian tradition. The largest majority of UU church … Continue reading “The Christian in Me,” by Rev. Dr. Bruce Clark Clear
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Service video Olympia Brown (1835-1926) dedicated her life to opening doors for women. Among only a handful of women to graduate from college, she received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Antioch in 1860 and three years later became the first woman graduate of a regularly established theological school at St. Lawrence University. She was … Continue reading “Olympia Brown (A Portrayal by Rev. Dr. Janet H. Bowering)
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
Service video Today’s sermon reading, “The Theist in Me,” is the second in a series of explorations of three different belief systems found within UU churches, written by Rev. Bruce Clear. UU Rev. Clear says, “There is a theist in me as well as a humanist. The God of this theism, though, is a natural, … Continue reading “The Theist in Me,” by Rev. Dr. Bruce Clear
Service video Perfection in the world today has yet to be obtained. As we seek peace in America and throughout the world, we are in constant pursuit of peace. It appears that peace by the efforts of men is almost impossible to achieve. But the peace of God, which surpasses all human understanding is achievable … Continue reading “No Justice, No Peace,” by Rev. Monroe Mabon
Service video MLKJ Day is a federal holiday in the United States marking the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. It is observed on the third Monday of January each year. Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law in 1983, and was first observed three years later on Jan 20, 1986. Some states resisted observing … Continue reading “Reflections on Martin Luther King Day,” by Walter Russell
Service video Taoism, also spelled Daoism, is a school of thought or religion that originated in China over 2000 years ago. The literal translation of the Chinese character “Tao” is “the way.” Lao Tzu, widely considered the founder of Taoism, is said to have lived around 400-500 BC. The important Taoist principles are spontaneity, simplicity … Continue reading “The Way of the Peaceful Warrior,” by Rev. Travis G. Kaenel
Service video We are entering a new year, and our country seems as divided as ever. The last few years have taken their toll, and the environment is critically endangered. Our church, like many small churches, is struggling to survive. How can anyone still be optimistic? It’s a doable challenge! Bonnie McFarland said she first … Continue reading “2023: An Optimist’s Update,” by Bonnie McFarland
Most of us are familiar with the Christmas story; but in the true tradition of UUism, Rev. David A. Miller presents a new perspective in which to contemplate the birth of Christ and the lessons that we can learn from it today. “Metanoia” comes from the Greek words “meta” which means “beyond” and “noia” which … Continue reading “Reimagining the Christmas Story: A Metanoia Moment,” by Rev. David A. Miller
