September 8–Powerful Beyond Measure
As we begin a new church year, we will begin to explore the topic of “power.” Do we need it? Should it scare us? Is some power beneficial? Rev. Sean will lead the service.
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September 1–Daily Meaning, Daily Bread
Join us this Labor Day Weekend for an exploration of what makes work meaningful ~ the mundane details, emotional truths and existential questioning ~ using narratives from Studs Terkel’s book, Working.
Welcome Our New Intern Minister
Rev. Sean and the Board of Trustees are excited to announce that we will welcome an Intern Minister to our congregation for the 2013 – 14 church year. (September 1 – June 1) Ja Rickard, a student at Meadville Lombard Theological School in Chicago, will be our Intern Minister. Ja (pronounced “jay”) is originally from … Continue reading Welcome Our New Intern Minister
The Minister’s Mind: Radical Welcome
The poet, T.S. Elliot, in his long poem, “The Rock,” asks: When the Stranger says: “What is the meaning of this City?” Do you huddle close together because you love each other? What will you answer? “We all dwell together To make money from each other?” or “This is community?” I’ve always loved this question … Continue reading The Minister’s Mind: Radical Welcome
August 25–“Welcome Home”–Water Communion
Each year we end the summer with a ceremony that gives us a chance to “gather the waters” of community by sharing an important moment or memory with each other. Bring water that represents the most meaningful part of your summer. This is an all-ages service.
August 18–The Guest House
Rev. Sean returns from his vacation and study leave to explore this month’s focus on “Welcome.” He will explore the idea of welcoming all of life, using a poem by Jalal ad-Dīn Muhammad Rumi as his inspiration.
August 11–Seva: Selfless Service
Sandra Lott speaks about Seva (a Sanskrit word)–service which is performed without any expectation of result or award for the person performing it.
August 4–Ramadan
Join Lisa Jacobson for an exploration of the Queen of Months, the holy season of Ramadan.
The Minister’s Mind: Gone Fishing for Inspiration
One of the things we were taught in seminary was the absolute importance of self-care. Again and again, we aspiring ministers were asked how we were planning to take care of ourselves and refill our depleted stores of energy and inspiration. Knowing that most ministers are prone to being over-achievers, complete with lives and schedules … Continue reading The Minister’s Mind: Gone Fishing for Inspiration
July 28–Hymn Sing–Ron Relic and Lori Kane
Join us for a rousing, old-fashioned hymn sing. We’ll be lifting our voices together, singing old favorites and new.