Topic: 2nd Principle - Be kind in all you do

Justice, equity, and compassion in human relations

Actions of Immediate Witness with J. L. Wright

About the ServiceCalled to Action: A Faith Alive with JusticeJoin us in a movement of courageous love, resilient hope, and faithful defiance. Inspired by the Unitarian Universalist Association’s Actions of Immediate Witness, we are recommitting to justice, democracy, and the inherent worth of all people.Whether it’s standing against authoritarianism, supporting global LGBTQ+ freedom, or affirming … Continue reading Actions of Immediate Witness with J. L. Wright

A Closer Look at the 7th UU Principle with Jim Adams

Watch this service on YouTube. Email chrchdmn@gmail.com for the link. About our Service:The 7th UU principle states: “Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.” This principle refers to the recognition of individual roles within broader systems. The intention of this message is to present basic concepts of systems … Continue reading A Closer Look at the 7th UU Principle with Jim Adams

Juneteenth: In Context

Watch this service on YouTube. About the ServiceMatthew Manning will explore the liberation movements taking place in the Caribbean and Latin America around the time to set the stage for Juneteenth. He will also discuss the war for Texas independence and its true origins. About the SpeakerMatthew Manning is the son of a pastor from … Continue reading Juneteenth: In Context

Community Spotlight: Casa of the Coastal Bend

Watch this service on YouTube. About the Service:This Sunday, we welcome Seana Towler from CASA of the Coastal Bend. She will share the powerful history and mission of CASA and reflect on the meaningful parallels between CASA’s advocacy for vulnerable children and our Unitarian Universalist commitment to justice, equity, and compassion in human relationships. About … Continue reading Community Spotlight: Casa of the Coastal Bend

The War on Drugs; A Solution Worse than the Problem with Jim Whitworth

Watch this service on YouTube. About the Service:Jim first became interested in the “war on drugs” as a college student, when Life Magazine published an opinion piece by a New York State judge who argued for treating drug addiction with compassion. In this service, Jim will share why he believes drug policies have failed to … Continue reading The War on Drugs; A Solution Worse than the Problem with Jim Whitworth

Mother’s Day History and Flower Communion

Watch this service on YouTube. This Mother’s Day, please join us as we celebrate our annual All-Ages Flower Communion, a beautiful and distinctly Unitarian Universalist spring ritual. Please bring a flower to share, and we will each take a part of our beautiful bouquet home.Jointly led by Tess Cherry and Christy Stockman ~~~ Please join … Continue reading Mother’s Day History and Flower Communion

H₂-Oh, No! with Nick Gilby

Watch this service on YouTube. About the Service:Water is essential to all known life—and central to many religious traditions. While our local reservoir water might not be considered holy, it is certainly precious and increasingly scarce. Just how serious is our water situation, and what can be done about it? About our Speaker:Nick Gilby is … Continue reading H₂-Oh, No! with Nick Gilby

Cannabis and Culture Conflict Then and Now with Michael Causey

Watch this service on YouTube. About the ServiceA humorous and informative look at the peculiar relationship between 420 friendly, humanist values, and what you always wanted to know about cannabis but were afraid to ask. As Unitarian Universalists, we affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person and the free and responsible search for … Continue reading Cannabis and Culture Conflict Then and Now with Michael Causey

Justice, Equity, and Compassion

As Unitarian Universalists, our 2nd Principle affirms “justice, equity and compassion in human relations.” How did these three important concepts get into one principle, how are they interrelated and how should they influence our daily lives?