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The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved the Most:  The True Story of Mary of Magdala

We’ll consider the early Christian Mary and her Gospel.  According to gnostic sources, she was the apostle who was most loved by Jesus.  A strong and independent woman, Mary was the recipient of the deepest teachings of Christ before the Council of Nicaea redefined her as the subservient, non-apostolic prostitute. LISTEN:

Being UU

Often UU’s describe what it means to be UU by using the seven principles, which are included in the UUA bylaws as a way to describe what we believe. A UUA task force has proposed a reformulation of the bylaws that would replace the seven principles with a new statement of values. Please join us … Continued

Songs For Hard Times, Good Times, And Play Times

My father was a banjo player, and I grew up listening to all manner of folk songs, from Josh White to the Weavers.  These songs expressed the lives and experiences of people from all walks of life.  Today we’ll hear some of those songs and explore the meaning they bring to our lives today. LISTEN:

“Vulnerability”

Jackie Roberson, executive director of the FCCA, and Karen Schreiber Mason will have an open conversation about vulnerability. What is it? How do we feel when we a vulnerable? What do we do when we feel vulnerable? LISTEN:

Circling the Wagons or Opening the Gates

As we enter another election year, Americans find themselves more divided than ever. We will take a look at the roots of our division, how to talk with people who see things differently than we do, and productive ways to work together without creating more distance and misunderstanding. LISTEN:

Rocking and Rolling in Community

Can music save our mortal souls? Can it teach us how to dance real slow?  From the very first moment I witnessed The Beatles’ American debut on the Ed Sullivan show back in 1964, I was swept away by the mystical chords of rock music. Beyond the mere melodies and lyrics, the  connection formed that evening touched … Continued

What are you waiting for?: Talitha’s Resurrection

Because a woman needs healing, a child dies. When a woman is healed, a child resurrects. Which is the greater healing: life from death? Or, death from life? Join us this Sunday to hear the story of Talitha’s resurrection and decide this New Year if you will choose to awaken your inner sleeping child. (This … Continued

Promises to Keep: Resolutions or Intentions?

Perhaps there is a better way to fire our resolve to do better as the new year begins. Can we sustain it? Can we maintain it? Can we change it? Can we remain present?   LISTEN: