In a time where a tidal wave of untruth seems to be coming from the highest levels of our government, what does it mean to be people committed to telling the truth? When people are in the habit of disagreeing not just on opinions, but on facts themselves, how do we even talk with one … Continue reading To Tell the Truth
Rosh Hashana–the Jewish New Year–coincides with the start of our church Homecoming and the start of our congregational new year. Perhaps the Jewish High Holidays, with their themes of repentance and forgiveness, present a helpful model for how to enter a new season together. Please bring water that you have gathered from abroad or home … Continue reading The Head of the Year
What does it mean to live with integrity–to know your values and to live in the deepest accord with those touchstones? The remarkable life of Dr. Albert Schweitzer gives us a glimpse into what true integrity might look like. Rev Lynn Ungar preaching with worship leader Cynthia H. Music by Mary R. and A Time … Continue reading Reverence for Life
Internet memes are full of supposed bits of wisdom traded between Pooh and Piglet–none of which are actually true to Milne’s writing. But it might just be that the denizens of Pooh Corner do have something to teach us. Who knows more about beginner’s mind than a Bear of Very Little Brain? Rev Lynn Ungar … Continue reading The House at Pooh Corner
In a world that would like to push us toward conformity and a capitalist version of productivity, what might we gain from pursuing activities that are, well, just odd? Rev. Dr. Lynn Ungar preaching with Worship Leader Jan Apland-Curtis. Music from Mary R. and A Time for All Ages from Tara T. AV tech services … Continue reading Dances with Dogs: The Power of Joyful Non-Conformity
UUs often talk about earth-centered spirituality, but what would it mean to practice a spirituality rooted in actual earth–the very literal ground of our being? Rev. Dr. Lynn Ungar preaching with Worship Leader Katie N.P. Music from Mary R. and a Time for All Ages from Tara T. AV Tech services from Jon N. Potluck … Continue reading Dirt (Earth-Centered Spirituality)
In a world that seems ever more dangerous and distressing, how do we practice resilience? What does it take to be someone who bounces back? Rev. Dr. Lynn Ungar preaching with Worship Leader Rev. Suzie Matranga-Watson. Music from Mary R. and a Time for All Ages from Tara T. AV tech services by Patty W. Rev. … Continue reading Good Thing I Bounce!
(Note: We will meet on ZOOM this week and/or in the chapel. See below for details) Poetry is nice and all, but what is it really for? The same question might be asked about religion. Rev. Dr. Lynn Ungar, who is both a poet and a UU minister, will offer her thoughts on what poetry … Continue reading The Purpose of Poetry
