In explaining our UU faith to others, we tend to think of reasons why people might want to join a congregation like ours. But the reasons why not to join can be instructive too. (Philosophy teaches us that we can sometimes learn a great deal about something, by examining what it isn’t.) If you have … Continue reading Why You Should Not be a Unitarian Universalist
The category of ‘story’ is not one thing but varies depending of diverse factors. Myth is a story but is not the same thing as a legend or fairy tale. A theatrical play tells a story but is not the same as a religious ceremony that reenacts a story. History can be turned into a … Continue reading The Tale of the Story
From the moment we are born we enter a world of stories. As we grow we hear about our individual story, family stories that may go back several generations, the cultural and historical stories from the regions in which we are born and our faith stories that underpin much of all of these. We spend … Continue reading Life Maps
Jane Goodall once said, ” What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” This week, we reaffirm our own ability to make a difference in our world and reflect upon the difference we choose to make through our annual Fire Communion Ceremony, a ceremony for … Continue reading The Difference You Make: Fire Communion and Reflections on Faith
On the cusp of a new year, the earth, and all the life it carries, is hurtling through space and into an (as yet) unwritten future. We write that future with our unfolding moments — all strung together. Gathering together, with readings and music, we will share presence and reflect on our relationship with change. … Continue reading Sharing Presence, Embracing the Future from home (online service)
Tricia believes in living a life grounded in 3 simple steps: Being here now, counting our blessings and practicing gratitude – living on purpose AND responding moment to moment AS Harmonic Well BEings. Let’s start this new year together – by co-creating sacred space, remembering who we are. As is usual, Tricia will share some … Continue reading Beginning Again
Come celebrate the mystery and miracle of the season and beyond through carols, music, poetry, song, and community. Our annual candlelight service is a time for wondering, a time for singing, a time for holding the sacred with one another. This is a perfect time for new visitors and guests who wish to be with … Continue reading Heaven and Nature Sing: A Christmas Eve Celebration for All
All are welcome to join us in celebration of the season, a season of heart and hope. This year’s holiday concert features music both secular and sacred with vocal and bell choirs from both Tree of Life and Prairie Circle UU Congregations, TOL woodwind ensemble, and guest musicians. This is a joint worship service of … Continue reading Winter Holiday Concert: Of Heart and Hope
There is a powerful center of Life within each of us. Often called heart, inner mind, or spirit, this center brightens, expands, and enhances all that we are and do. To rest in this center is called “presence” — a dynamic source of healing for our wounds, resilience for our challenges, and empowering of our … Continue reading Presence Unwrapped- Gifts of Spirit
In this holiday season, we are surrounded with reminders to express ” Joy” , often in neon lights and big capital letters. However, joy is not always available on demand. How do we prepare space and room in our lives where joy can be present and invited? Join Chaplain Dave, our Tree of Life Choir, … Continue reading Making Room for Joy
