January 17, 2016 Issue of race, racism, systemic violence and oppression are front page news. For some this raises anxiety, for others it raises hope. What does it mean for us, a largely white, upper middle class congregation in McHenry County? What does it ask of us? How can we respond? What do we need … Continue reading For Our Lives: Resisting Racism & Systemic Oppression
January 10, 2016 There is a lot of encouragement in the media and popular culture right now to say “yes!” Memes and quotations urge us to greet life with a giant “yes.” But when is “no” appropriate? Can “no” be a sacred response as well? Is there a beauty in learning to say no?
December 24, 2015 7:00pm In this traditional Christmas Eve Service, we will light the candles, sing the carols, and remember the story of a holy night that changed the world.
January 3, 2015 We’ll talk about our resistance to change, even when we say we want it. Why do we do that? How can we break the pattern? Is it even worth trying? And, maybe most importantly, where is a good place to start?
December 27, 2015 Sometimes when things don’t go as we had expected, hope can show up in the strangest of places. We’ll explore the idea of allowing hope in anyway, even when it looks battered and bruised.
Thursday, December 17th, 2015 7 p.m. at Tree of Life During the holidays, we often encounter expectations of jolliness and cheer that may not ring true. The pressure to act merry can make this time of year difficult. Grief, depression, poverty, and difficult family situations are just some of the things that can … Continue reading Special “Blue December” Midweek Service
December 20, 2015 The Wheel of the Year turns and we too turn with it, towards the light! Come and rejoice in the return of the Divine Light at this earth-centered Winter Solstice service. Worship will incorporate elements of ritual to celebrate the start of the solar year.
December is a month full of expectations. For some, those expectations are an inspiration and a joy. For others, this season includes much disappointment and sadness. In the busy rush of the season, I often find myself remembering the words of Rev.Mark Belletini who wrote, “Take care of yourselves as bodies, for you are a … Continue reading Minister’s Mind–Expectation
Join us on December 13th as we come together in community for our ALL AGES SERVICE. This year we will be revisiting the “No Rehearse” NATIVITY PAGEANT. A joyful opportunity to take part in the traditional story of the birth of Jesus.
December 6, 2015 Sometimes it feels like everything is broken, the altars of our lives are desecrated, and there is not enough oil to keep our sacred lights shining. Today we explore the metaphors and lessons of Hanukkah.
