What might a blessing truly be? Often it is construed as some supernatural help, but suppose we don’t particularly feel attuned to aid from beyond. What may a blessing be for us then? Might a blessing be something more fundamental; a swell of love, connection, and support that rises around us through the goodwill common … Continue reading Blessed Unrest: Movement & Miracles
As we enter into a glorious Pride Month, this Sunday of June 5th also marks the occurrence of Pentecost in the Christian liturgical calendar; a holy day written in the book of Acts when the disciples of Jesus received the direct experience of a transcendent mystery and wonder, nurturing their spiritual gifts and blessing them … Continue reading Pride and Pentecost: A Blessing of Hot Tongues
In times of trouble, turning to beauty can be a means of reconnecting to the source of life. Flowers have long been a symbol of joy amidst the low places; a gentle reminder of the enduring, sublime power of the Beautiful and it’s power to transform ecologies, touch hearts, and change lives. Join us this … Continue reading Flower Communion
Here we are in the heart of spring time leading into Summer. As we continue our exploration of beauty, let us reflect on the cathedral of nature; considering some of the bright and beautiful lessons we might glean from listening to the More-Than-Human-World.
This Sunday, as we rededicate our space with all it’s upgrades and open our doors to the community we are also formally welcoming our new minister, Rev. Juniper Meadows! Come hear some of her story, from street musician, to trans activist, to seminarian, to Second Unitarian and witness how a faith such as our with … Continue reading The Beauty That Binds Wounds: How This Faith Saved Me
Who has loved you into the beautiful being you are? Have you ever struggled to let yourself be loved? This Mother’s Day, let us consider those nurturing forces and mothering presences that have brought us this far as we lift up all the different kinds of mothers who have touched our hearts.
Join us for our joint service with First Unitarian, led by the Young Religious Unitarian Universalist (YRUU) youth group. These days our phones demand more of our attention than ever before and teens know this better than anyone. The temptation to keep scrolling, deciphering what is real from fake news, navigating toxic comment sections, and … Continue reading Pandora’s Dropbox
The Board of Trustees along with our incoming minister, Rev. Juniper Meadows, feel that a revitalized and redefined Committee on Ministry is vital to this congregation. Find out the philosophy behind this renewed committee that will touch everyone and call us to our truer UU selves.
Since we are Unitarians, we are a non-messianic faith. We do not believe anyone is coming to save us and thus believe we must save ourselves. Since we are Universalists we believe that to save ourselves we believe that to save ourselves we must work to save each other. That has never been more true … Continue reading Saving Ourselves in the Time of COVID
This joint worship service between First Unitarian and Second Unitarian explores how we practice empathy. As we intentionally study and learn about Widening Our Circle of Concern in our congregations, we must focus on changing ourselves so that we together can create a community that is truly inclusive. A Tapestry of Faith workshop asks this … Continue reading On Empathy: The Practice of Widening Our Hearts to Include The Pain of Others
