December 24–The Smallest Gift
Join us at 7 pm for a traditional service of carols, candlelight, and the story of the nativity. This all-ages service is a time to reflect on the message of Love given to us at Christmas.
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December 22–Gifts of the Season
Rev. Sean explores the stories and traditions of the Winter Solstice and earth-based celebrations of the winter season. Together, we will mark the turning of the wheel as the days begin to lengthen again.
Minister’s Mind: Giving & Receiving
The words “giving” and “receiving” share the same root. In ancient languages, the same word often described both sides of a relationship. In Latin, the word altus means “high” if you are looking up at a mountain or “deep” if you are looking into a well. The words “guest” and “host” spring from the same … Continue reading Minister’s Mind: Giving & Receiving
The Minister’s Mind–Service
One of the core values of Unitarian Universalism is a commitment to making the world a better place. Often, we jump in to lead or even found efforts and organizations for this purpose. What we aren’t always as comfortable with is the idea of service. Sometimes “service” is associated with being “less than” or with … Continue reading The Minister’s Mind–Service
MONSTER-ously Good Auction
Join us at 7 pm on Saturday, November 2 for the event of the year! Ghosts, goblins, and ghoulies still hanging around from Halloween will be looking for bargains and we have them! Our Silent Auction will feature personal and business services, meals, get-a-ways, tickets to theater and sporting event, and a chance to ride … Continue reading MONSTER-ously Good Auction
November 24–Sharing Our Harvest
Together we will revisit an all-ages tradition of sharing bread with each other. Each family is encouraged to bring bread that is meaningful to your family in some way.
November 17–From Mastery to Mystery
Our monthly theme of service urges us to go deeper than just doing what we already know to do. Rev. Sean will explore ideas of not-knowing, beginner’s mind, and mystery.
November 10–Freedom is a Very Pricey Word
Freedom comes at a very high price and we must take time to thank those who have helped to keep us free.
November 3–Living to Serve
Rev. Sean will explore how and why service is central to Unitarian Universalism and how an attitude of service can help us do more to build a better world.
The Minister’s Mind: Roots
One of the challenges at Tree of Life is that we are a religious community that consists of a lot of “come-outers” (people who come to us from other faith traditions.) Our congregation itself began in Congregationalism and moved away from a more traditional Christian identity–first to universalism, then to Unitarian Universalism. This means that … Continue reading The Minister’s Mind: Roots