In the Western Abrahamic religious traditions, God is seen as a source of light, banishing darkness, and bringing hope. Yahweh impressively “let there be light,” Jesus is famously “the way, truth and light,” and Allah is characterized as the “Universal Light.” Darkness is seen as an enemy, associated with evil, with the shadow. It wasn’t always that way – some of the earliest human religions were earth-based and celebrated darkness. Or, at minimum, acknowledged it as a source of deep wisdom and discovery. In this service honoring the Winter Solstice, we will both welcome light and honor darkness.

Rev. Robin Landerman Zucker preaching with Worship Leader Jeanne M. Music from Barbara S. and a Time for all Ages from Tara T. AV Services provided by Ayla B. Spirited Conversations to follow.