Services

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Vision He Left

In my talk, I will review Dr. King’s plan to eliminate racism, and trace how his philosophy evolved and became an integral part of his ministry, as well as the vision he left for us.       LISTEN:  

The Gemstone Religion: The Sources of our Faith Part 1

The envisioning plan you read and heard spoke of the Sources for what gifts they can give us in our uncertain time. How can the Six Sources nourish the values of the Seven Principles in each generation? LISTEN:

Beginnings

A new year, new opportunities, new ways to look at things, and maybe some things to let go of.       LISTEN:      

Atonement

Many religious traditions have rituals of atonement and forgiveness. UU’s don’t. How can we have a light-hearted approach to a serious topic as atonement? Do we have anything to atone for this year?

Why Jesus is Important to Us

This Christmas Eve we will again remember the story of Jesus and share stories of what our religious ancestor means to us 2000 years later. LISTEN:

Finding Clarity in the Darkness

Join us as we observe the Winter Solstice by exploring the possibility of finding clarity in the darkness.       LISTEN:    

Finding a Season of Joy

Holiday shopping, maxed out credit cards, pandemic year…are these joyful? Probably not. How, then, do we authentically find joy to wrap up 2021? LISTEN:

Advent

We anticipate the arrival of a new year and new possibilities.       LISTEN:  

Ready! Set! Stop?

We all know about the shopping frenzy for the holidays. Last year, much of the shopping was online due to covid. This year, supplies are low for holiday presents. Is this a good time to avoid the holiday rat race of shopping until we drop? Are there other options besides not shopping at all? LISTEN:

Giving Thanks in Turbulent Times

Thanksgiving is about giving thanks. We might wonder what ‘giving thanks’ might mean as another pandemic year comes to a close. Is there a thanksgiving prayer that fits our UUCM community? LISTEN: