The Water We Swim In
We are all raised in a family and societal culture. It can be hard to see the water we swim in, but let’s try this Sunday to make the implicit, explicit.
Archives: Services
Day of Remembrance
Cultures all over the world visit with the dead at this time of year. We will create a ritual this morning to remember our dead. If you have pictures or mementos to share, we will create a small altar. If you lost someone in the past year, we will have time to remember them and … Continue reading Day of Remembrance
Let’s Talk about the Climate
Like literally, let’s talk about the changing climate and the impact it has on our lives.
Our Radical Activist Ancestors
The religious right is a relative newcomer in US culture. The religious left dates back to the Revolution. Jefferson’s stirring words in the Declaration of Independence about liberty and equality inspired generations of activists, people who believed that those words applied to them, and at the same time were keenly aware that the reality did … Continue reading Our Radical Activist Ancestors
Blessing the Animals
This Sunday we will bless the pets that bless us. We will be outdoors (and on Zoom) and all well-mannered pets are welcome to join us. Pets that don’t relish travel or other animals are welcome to attend in the form of a picture. We will have a chance to share what makes our particular … Continue reading Blessing the Animals
Second Skin
Humans develop a sort of second skin to protect themselves. It is pretty hard to dwell in the land of inherent worth and dignity for ourselves, so we develop ways to keep ourselves safe. This second skin, however, often leads to conflict. Order of Service Prelude: “Butterflies in Space” by Michael Jones Opening Hymn: #311, … Continue reading Second Skin
Complex Subjectivity
sonder n. the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own Order of Service Prelude: J.S. Bach — Partita No.4, BWV 828: II. Allemande, Linli Wang, Piano Opening Hymn: #1023, Building Bridges Welcome Greet Your Neighbor Chalice Lighting Wisdom Tale: I Am Every Good Thing by Derrick … Continue reading Complex Subjectivity
Forgiveness and Atonement
The Jewish High Holy Days are upon us. This time of year we reflect on forgiveness and atonement. Order of Service Prelude: Adagietto from Symphony No.5 by Gustav Mahler, Linli Wang, piano Opening Hymn: #1074 Turn the World Around Welcome Greet Your Neighbor Chalice Lighting: Rev. Maureen Killoran Wisdom Tale: “What if Nobody Forgave” by … Continue reading Forgiveness and Atonement
Water Communion and Ingathering
Ingathering and the Water Communion are amongst the few rituals specific to Unitarian Universalism. Ingathering marks the beginning of a new church year as people return from their summer adventures or rest. Water communion is a way to lift up our interconnectedness. Whether you plan to attend on Zoom or in person, please bring a … Continue reading Water Communion and Ingathering
Tyrants Fear the Poet
Labor Day Sunday, a church tradition since 2003! It’s our annual celebration with live music and poetry readings centered on social justice and hope. Order of Service Prelude by Pianist Linli Wang Welcome Land Acknowledgement Chalice Lighting #462 Call to Worship #438 Reading Special Music Poetry for All Ages Candles of Joys and Sorrows Prayer … Continue reading Tyrants Fear the Poet