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 eating while also looking at the way to harmonize diet and worldview–whatever that might look like for each individual regardless of your chosen diet. Thematic […]
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 […]
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, […]
Our Unitarian Universalist principles—of justice, equity, and compassion—are under threat. How do we respond with courage and clarity, without losing our grounding in love and dignity? This Sunday, join us for a powerful Social Justice Service that invites action, reflection, and community. Guest speakers from Mountain Action Indivisible will share how local efforts can make […]
Our attention is our dearest wealth and our most potent power. How we invest it determines how we experience the world. If we allow our attention to be consumed by agents of fear, our fear will grow. If we invest our attention in the solidity and spaciousness of the present moment and look with appreciation […]
Archimedes said, “Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I can move the world.” Joy is a pretty long lever, and if we allow it to, joy can shift our world. The only trick is understanding where and how the world is planted so we can know […]