There is a wound on the heart of the land. Not new, but extremely palpable right now; burning with irony in the light of a 4th of July fireworks display as this country revels in freedom even as millions are losing access to life-saving healthcare. This Sunday is not a Sunday for nationalist glorification. This … Continue reading We Cry Freedom
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.