This month we launch a new partnership with several nearby congregations. Just like the past two years, we will have monthly themes to help guide us in worship and congregational life. But this year, we will be using the same themes as congregations in Rockford, Rockton, Elgin, and DeKalb (as well as others in Chicago … Continue reading Minister’s Mind: Growth
Internationally-touring guitarists will be performing, blending musical styles as diverse as Beethoven symphonies, progressive rock, jazz, and unique takes on well-known covers. Opening for Bert Lams and Tom Griesgraber will be the Greater Midwest Guitar Circle, an ensemble of acoustic guitarists from throughout the Chicagoland area. Tickets are available for $18 advance/$20 at the door. … Continue reading Guitar Concert Friday, August 8 at 8:00 PM
Recently I had the privilege to attend a training for Religious Educators. The training was on Unitarian Universalism, specifically UU identity. I thought it would be nice to share some of what I learned, and share some of my own personal story. When the Unitarians and Universalists merged in 1961, the association agreed upon 6 … Continue reading Insights From the D.R.E.
At times we discount other religions but we must be tolerant of them. Just as it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a myriad of religions and religious beliefs to create Unitarian Universalism, which is interdependent on all religions
We are all connected. From the lowliest of the species to the highest form. The people, the trees, the whole of the earth is connected in some way. We, my friends, are even connected to the lowly Boxelder bug. Come explore with me how this strange little bug plays a role in our lives. (Ja … Continue reading July 20–The Interdependent Web of All Existence Including a Boxelder Bug
Come be surprised! Our topic this month is “Interdependence.”
Interdependence is a fact of life, and our challenge is learning how to live well and meaningfully within this fact. As the country celebrates independence, join us to declare our Interdependence!
On June 1st, 2014 we held our annual congregational meeting. It was well-attended and lively. The congregation voted to elect our 2014 – 2015 Officers and Board members: President: Carol Alfus(returning) Vice President: Judy Stettner (newly elected) Treasurer: Sandra Lott (returning) Secretary: Scott Brix (returning) Greg Dionne (newly elected) Gale Harris (returning) George (“Kaz”) Kazlusky … Continue reading From the Board: Results of Our Congregational Meeting
About a year and a half ago, several things came together that started me thinking about what “church” might look like in the future. I was seeing article after article and study after study asking the same question: Is the church, as we know it, dying? It’s a tough but important question based on the … Continue reading Minister’s Mind: Cabaret Church
Invocation Dearly Beloved, We have a joyful and profound purpose here today and it is fitting to begin with a moment of reverence, aware of and grateful for the innumerable forces that have made this moment possible. In this moment of promising May each of us be present to love And aware of … Continue reading Wedding Service
