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What’s a UU Prophet?

The Second Source of Unitarian Universalism is “Words and deeds of prophetic people which challenge us to confront powers and structures of evil with justice, compassion, and the transforming power of love.” Let’s find out how we can look to the example of our spiritual ancestors and the prophets of our time for the strength … Continue reading What’s a UU Prophet?

Creed vs. Principles: A Defense of Unitarian Universalism

The Nicene Creed is an ancient “Christian statement of faith that is the only ecumenical creed because it is accepted as authoritative by the Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Anglican, and major Protestant churches.” The seven principles of Unitarian Universalism are what the UU congregations covenant to affirm and promote. Come hear some of Jayson’s thoughts on … Continue reading Creed vs. Principles: A Defense of Unitarian Universalism

Starting at the Beginning

Let’s explore Unitarian Universalism’s First Principle: the inherent worth and dignity of every person. Reverence and respect for human nature is at the core of our UU faith. Find out about the challenges and celebrations associated with this value.

The Value of Direct Experience

Come learn about the First Source of Unitarian Universalism: Direct experience of transcending mystery and wonder. Our lives and the universe are brimming with mystery beyond thought or expectation, and encountering this mystery opens us to the forces that produce and sustain life.

The Two I’s of Buddhism

There are some important numbers to remember within the Buddhist traditions. For example, there are Four Noble Truths, an Eight-Fold Pathway, Three Poisons, and Three Jewels.  But there’s an additional number that can be useful to understand Buddhist beliefs. Here’s a hint. . . it’s in the sermon title. 

Heaven on Earth

Although Unitarian Universalism prides itself on being a faith tradition that includes many different personal theologies, is there one theology we can all hold in common? Let’s look to our Universalist roots for a potential answer. Join us to consider “universal salvation” and how its contemporary call to restore our divided human family may be … Continue reading Heaven on Earth

The Many Faces of God

There is more than one way of knowing and naming God or the divine. Let’s look at some differing ideas of the divine – from the familiar to the little known.  Human beings have many ways of relating to their concept of the divine. Let’s explore the variety.

How Did We Get Here? Where Do We Go Next?

Find out about the events and mindsets that have led our country to a massive inequality in health care, wages, gender equality, poverty, and an ever-growing homeless population. Let’s look at the issues and some possible solutions.

Da Vinci’s True Religion

Leonardo da Vinci might have been the most intelligent human who ever lived. Wouldn’t it be great to know more about his religious beliefs and highest values? Was it the Roman Catholicism into which he was baptized? Was it Bible-based proto-Protestantism, Agnosticism, Atheism, or something else? This sermon will tell you the most likely answer.

Tuning In with Kristina Karst

Join us for a journey into sound. This Sunday everyone will have the chance to enjoy the frequency of sound vibrations as they calm the mind and break up blockages in the body. Tune in to your inner self as you relax to the restorative sounds of Tibetian singing bowls and other tuned instruments.