For those of you who weren’t at the Martin Luther King Day Gathering at Hayward City Hall, it was a powerful experience. Terri Owen has been the chief organizer of this march for many years and once again the turnout filled the square and the march inspired those we passed in cars and on the sidewalks. Our church was joined by others in the South Hayward Parish in both celebration of how far we have … Read the rest
The holidays are almost upon us, but the board is still at work. We have been busy with the grounds.
Las Posadas
“Sanctuary is often something very small not a grandiose gesture, but a small gesture toward alleviating human suffering and preventing humiliation. Sanctuary is a human being, sanctuary is a dream. That is why you are here and that is why I am here. We are here because of one another. We are in truth each other’s shelter”
Elie Wiesel
On Sunday, December 10, we are invited to participate in a beloved Latin American … Read the rest
November Theme: Gratitude
Featured Faith Tradition: Hinduism
Some people complain because God put thorns on roses.
Others praise Him for putting roses among thorns.
Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami
I would like to start out by thanking October’s workshop leaders who did a fantastic job. It takes a village to mentor our young. I appreciate everyone for stepping up. So, thanks to:
Beloveds,
As we approach a new Thanksgiving Season, I am so grateful for the many expressions of generosity that I have experienced and witnessed among us this year.
I am grateful for all the ways our staff and volunteers contribute to building our Beloved Community. I give thanks for each and every one of our community members who give of their time, talents, creativity, and financial support so that we can live into … Read the rest
The RE curriculum we are using this year, Love Will Guide Us focuses on the sources of Unitarian Universalism which include:
In this program, participants … Read the rest
“Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words and never stops at all…” Emily Dickinson
I spend a lot of time bird watching, it is one of my favorite spiritual practices. I listen to their songs, notice the color of their feathers, watch them gather building materials for their nests, and marvel at the way they flaunt their beautiful plumage and turn their little lungs … Read the rest
Living Our Values
It was wonderful to participate in the MLK Rally again this year. There were many new families with children. It was inspiring to hear speakers affirm our values and the need to continue to make our voices heard.
Many members of our congregation also attended the women’s marches in the Bay Area. We should be very proud of the strong turnout for these events. Pictures don’t lie. Women united all … Read the rest
I am excited heading into the new year to leave the busyness of the holidays and the frustrations and disappointments of 2016 behind. Yes, I am concerned about the political future of our country, but we have work to do. Coming up in January, we will have a chance to stand together and proclaim the inherent worth and dignity of every person at our annual MLK Rally. It will be especially … Read the rest
2016 – 2017 RE Positioned for Growth
It is an exciting time for Starr King RE. We have outgrown our one class program. I have been thinking very seriously about how to structure a new program to meet our needs. Taking care of the needs of both younger and older children is important to the health and growth of the program, and the congregation as a whole. New families will be more likely to stay … Read the rest
