Services

Memorial Day Remembrance

Memorial Day Reflections: Remembering    Honoring       Respecting           Loving              Allowing Click Here To View Service

Lucky Penny Day and Good Luck

Yes, May 23 is Lucky Penny Day. Why? What is the power of symbolism and luck in our lives? Click Here To View Service

Stories to Live By

Stories teach us about life and about ourselves.  When a story engages our imagination, we are more likely to remember its message and meaning.  For me, stories told through a visual medium are most effective.  Presented in this morning’s talk are five movie clips that taught me something about life and character.  

Beyond Cards, Chocolates and Flowers

This morning, we will consider “alternative” ways, beyond cards,   chocolates, and flowers, to honour women.  While we’re at it, let’s unpack the history of Mother’s Day, deconstruct the systems of    gendered parenting, and take a look at violence against women.  Fair warning- this ain’t gonna be your typical Mother’s Day service. Click Here To View … Continued

The Power of Stories

Stories are powerful history of the past, present and future. What do you think the future history of UUCM might look like in 10 years? Click Here To View Service

Finding the Other Shore

A very common metaphor in Buddhist and in Hindi teachings is journeying to ‘the other shore’ of Awakening awareness? How can this apply to American disagreements about immigration and ‘foreigners’ illegally coming to this country? Click Here To View Service

Earth Day: Consciousness and Faith

What if our collective increasing awareness of the climate crisis will take us to a new stage of consciousness? How do we create such a state? Click Here To View Service

Becoming Inspired

Much of our attention is taken up by being productive, earning our keep, and justifying our existence.  Letting ourselves be cared for, supported, and filled sometimes takes a back seat.  And yet, our energy isn’t endless – it needs to be renewed.  This service offers a practice of letting ourselves become inspired. Click Here To View Service   … Continued

Be Not Afraid: Thoughts on Resurrection Today

We all know the resurrection story from the Christian Testament. It continues to be a powerful message of faith in Christianity. Is there any way to consider a return from death without particular religious interpretations today? Click Here To View Service