On the morning after Solstice, we come together to welcome the returning light. With song, story, and ritual, we’ll celebrate the Sun’s journey back and the promise of brighter days. Each of us will carry a spark of hope into the season ahead. This event is part II of our Solstice celebration. Please also join […]
The limits of my language are the limits of my world. - Wittgenstein. In these times of uncertainty, how can we find some peace and equanimity? One powerful way is to start to see how our minds are like “storytelling machines”, and most of the time we believe the stories our minds tell us, whether […]
Building on the idea that we can work with the stories that bind us in order to experience more freedom and possibility in our daily lives, we will examine the psychological process of projection. By recognizing and changing the way we relate to this process (and to our stories about others), we have a chance […]
Join us for a deep dive into the pursuit of happiness. What stories shape our understanding of this journey, and how do those stories influence the way we experience happiness ourselves? We’ll explore the lives of a few artists, using their struggles and triumphs to illuminate the path. With lessons from ancient wisdom traditions and […]
In this bleakest of winters, when there is so much to fear and grieve, can there be joy as well? And what does “joy” mean, anyway, especially now? The Buddhist teacher Jack Kornfield wrote, “Joy is our birthright…To be joyful does not mean ignoring the great measure of suffering in the world, nor avoiding responsibility […]
In this service–sponsored by Dr. Greg Feinsinger–we will explore the way that our relationship with food shapes our world and our individual lives. We will discuss the power of plant-based […]
The Gospel of Thomas says, “If you bring forth what is within you, what you bring forth will save you. If you do not bring forth what is within you, what you do not bring forth will destroy you.” We see evidence of this everywhere. When people don’t face their own shadows and instead project […]
Our Soul Matters theme for February is Living Love Through the Practice of Inclusion. This theme is even more resonant given the current attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. In this service, led by Rev. Florence Caplow, we will explore the fundamental spirit of inclusion and how we can live it, even (and […]
This Sunday is a Fellowship Service, founded in the Unitarian Universalist philosophy of Small Group ministry. We gather with a lay leader in conversations that deepen and expand the ministry of a congregation. Two key focuses are building community and deepening relationships, and the opportunity for deeper spiritual exploration and search for meaning. This month, […]
In this service, we will honor our members and welcome new ones. We will also reflect on the vitality and vital importance of trusted communities to see us through challenging times. With gratitude and hopefulness, we will celebrate the power of our congregation as a safe space. Let us be a beacon, welcoming others to […]
Those who wish to become official Members of our congregation will sign the Membership Book (if they haven't already done so) and be welcomed by the congregation in a brief ceremony. Membership involves a commitment of time, talent and treasure -- according to each member's ability to contribute. In turn, members have the right to […]
Life is an ever-unfolding process. It can be deeply discouraging when the process seems to be moving in a negative direction. However, there can be great power in surrendering to the flow while studying the larger patterns at work. The key is to recognize the rhythms at play and be ready to act at the […]