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Talking Across the Divide

John McWhorter, a linguist and author, discusses talking across the political divide and the ideological barriers that can prevent such discussion. 

Vacations, Social Justice and Our Souls

Whether we are at the beach or in the woods or in Disney World or just staying home, our time off can be a profound experience of fun and spiritual rejuvenation that can help us to transform the world. We will explore the spiritual power of vacationing.

Breathing Life into Faith: Joseph Priestley, Oxygen, and the Spirit of Unitarian Universalism

Fifth Sunday Fellowship. By the time of our next collaborative gathering, we will have observed the summer solstice. On the last Sunday in June, we reflect on the legacy of Joseph Priestley and recommit ourselves to the journey of self-discovery—a journey guided by the light of truth, the oxygen of curiosity, and the spirit of … Continue reading Breathing Life into Faith: Joseph Priestley, Oxygen, and the Spirit of Unitarian Universalism

The Gift of Pluralism

We sometimes resist interacting with people who are different from us, and shy away from engaging with ideas that seem “foreign.” But to reach our potential, we must move beyond what is familiar, and take the risk of seeking out things that are new and different. To inhabit a diverse world, and to embrace pluralism, … Continue reading The Gift of Pluralism

Flower Communion – Celebrating Community

It is a treasured UU tradition and ceremony that celebrates community. Bring a flower to the church or email a photo of a favorite flower to include. Led by our Commissioned Lay Minister Marianne Jew and Gayle Pamerleau. 

Reinventing Yourself

We will look at the lives of people who reinventied themselves, from Harvey Milk to Laura Ingalls wilder to Peter Mark Roget to Grandma Moses, and we will consider what we can learn from them for our souls and for our personal and professional lives. 

The Forever War

We live in a country that is constantly involved in military conflicts, either our own or those of our allies. Who gains, and who loses, from this “forever war”?