Rev. Alex Holt

Redemption for the Canceled?

We hear a great deal about those who are condemned for their past statements or deeds that are now considered incorrect. Must we condemn those who lived in eras unlike our own? LISTEN:

The Source that is Prophecy

The second Source asks us to consider prophetic people throughout history and their messages. Do we still have prophets we honor today? LISTEN:

The Source of Transcending Mystery

The First Source speaks of mystery and awe along with transcendence. How do we understand these words today in UU’ism? LISTEN:    

The Loved Remembered

We don’t often celebrate the love for and from our animal companions for Valentine’s Day. This morning, I’d invite us to remember with love our animal companions who have died since the start of the pandemic. Please bring or send a photo of your departed pet along with a short paragraph about them. I will … Continued

The Gemstone Religion: Part 2

How can the Six Sources of Unitarian Universalism help us navigate these stormy and in places calm waters of life? Are they all equally valid and worthy of investigation? LISTEN:

Intention and Awakening

The Buddha said that intention is a most important part of the 8-fold Path. How can intention help us through this era of chaos? Can its guidance help us in our daily lives? How do we best learn how and when to change our intentions?            

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:

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 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: