Rev. Alex Holt

A Thirst for Wholeness

Carl Jung wrote about our universal human search for wholeness as ‘a thirst for wholeness’. How do we respond to this search in our society that is seemingly addicted to consumer goods and other immediate gratifications?   LISTEN:    

How Good to Center Down

The late theologian Howard Thurman wrote these lines “How good it is to center down! To sit quietly and see one’s self pass by! The streets of our minds seethe with endless traffic; Our spirits resound with clashings, with noisy silences, While something deep within hungers and thirsts for the still moment and the resting lull.” … Continued

Atonement and Vows for the New Year

How do we find time to ritualize the letting go of our unskillful thoughts, words and deeds as this new year begins? (hint: flash paper is involved). Can we create a vow rather than a resolution for the year ahead?

Blue Christmas

Many UU congregations set aside a day of reflection during the holidays to remember those who have died or who are no longer in our lives. This will be an informal service.

Christmas Eve: The Wonder of it All

It’s said that Christmas is for children. Can we all find ways to embrace Wonder regardless of our religious convictions? LISTEN:

Winter Holidays and Awakening

‘Awakening’ can mean many things but especially during the holiday season. How can it be a practice of patience and wonder? LISTEN:

The Simplicity of Good Food and Great Gratitude

Thanksgiving meals used to be predictable. Then, covid came in early 2020. We had to adopt all different ways to have Thanksgiving in more isolation. What did we learn? How has Thanksgiving changed for us since covid? Please bring your stories to this post-Thanksgiving Sunday service.       LISTEN:    

Veterans Day: How the Military Changed Us

Bridgett Reeb, Rich Chafey, and Bob Ackerman are all veterans and will explore how being in the military changed their lives. Please join us to remember veterans and appreciate the presentations of Bridgett, Rich, and Bob. LISTEN:

Allhallowseve: The Courage of it All

Allhallowseve is a Christian based remembrance of those who have died. How would it look from a UU perspective? Is it more than costumes and candy? Is there courage in facing the darker days whether of death or winter? LISTEN: