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.
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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.
Your Truth, Your Story
In a small group ministry, or “Chalice Circle” as it’s frequently called in UU congregations, meaningful questions are explored in a way that encourages each group member to look for his/her story. In the process of exploring the questions, stories are shared in an environment of attentive, caring listening and in this framework, ties of … Continue reading Your Truth, Your Story
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
October 27–Roots Hold Us Close–Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead
This time of year many people from many parts of the world acknowledge the ongoing connection between the living and the dead. We too will take time to remember those who have gone before. Those who wish can bring a picture or memento to share as Rev. Sean leads us in this annual celebration of … Continue reading October 27–Roots Hold Us Close–Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead
October 20–Searching for a Better Way of Life
Most of us have roots in another country but our families have come to the United States to find a better way of life for themselves and their families. Our intern minister, Ja Rickard will help us look at some of the trials, tribulations, and costs of those journeys.
October 13–Wells We Did Not Dig
For all our emphasis on individual attainment, no one has ever truly made their way alone. Rev. Sean will reflect on the gifts and challenges that come to us from our history and those who have gone before.
October 6–Some of the Stories We Tell Ourselves with Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk
We are honored to host the Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk, who serves as the Rev. Dr. J. Frank and Alice Schulman professor in Unitarian Universalist History at Meadville Lombard Seminary in Chicago. As we launch our October focus on “Roots,” Dr. Kirk will join Rev. Sean and reflect on our Unitarian Universalist stories. Here is … Continue reading October 6–Some of the Stories We Tell Ourselves with Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk