Many of our traditional stories, songs and beliefs surrounding this time of year have deeper meaning and lessons when looked at through the lens of Unitarian Universalism. Join us this Sunday and explore some of our most beloved stories as they relate to our Unitarian Universalist principles and values. During the time for all ages, there will be a baby/child dedication.
Do you know the history of Jingle Bells? Like many songs and books and other written material from the mid-19th century, it is not without its controversy. We do know it was written by the son and brother of a Unitarian minister. Where he wrote it is one of those disputed “facts.” A fun fact is that one researcher compares Jingle Bells to the “fast car songs” of the twentieth century. Without ignoring the controversy … Continue reading Jingle Bells; A Multigenerational Service
Our Unitarian Universalist faith is rooted in universal love. Our values, our actions, our practices center on love; that is what we say. Sometimes, being a person of faith is hardand this is one of those times. How do we live this faith when our hearts are broken, and every day the news makes it harder for us to feel hope, peace, and love? History can help us here. Rent, premiered on Broadway in 1996. … Continue reading Seasons of Love
Generosity and Interdependence are two important values to Unitarian Universalists. Based on the well-known folktale, Stone Soup, this interactive and multigenerational service will bring those values to life. Join us as we remind ourselves how being in an intergenerational community makes us stronger and better able to flourish and grow. Our nursery will be open for our youngest children who would be more comfortable not being in the sanctuary for an extended time.
We know the outcome of the latest election sooner than expected and the news is not good. As we deal with the grief and fear and angst we must also ask ourselves, what now? and what’s next? These are important ones for peace-loving, justice-seeking people of faith to ask one another. Join us Sunday as we explore these questions and the time ahead through readings, music and meditation.
