Can an ancient sacred story about the infilling of the Holy Spirit be useful to Unitarian Universalists? What if a retelling through a new lens makes all the difference? What if the message of Pentecost really has been applicable all along? Rev. Misha Sanders (she/her/hers) is a community chaplain in metro Atlanta, and a fiery … Continue reading Tongues of Fire
The legend of the confusion of languages at the Tower of Babel is often read as divine punishment. But what if the multiplying of languages is an intentional divine blessing? SCRIPTURES: Genesis 11:1-9; and Daodejing, stanza 8 Rev. Dr. Steve Young has been Instructor of Philosophy at McHenry County College since 2001. He is an … Continue reading Leaning Into Babel
This Sunday, we highlight Hinduism, Christianity, Perennial Wisdom, and Native American spirituality as some of the world’s diverse expressions of sacred wisdom and we will share our individual experiences with the gifts of these faiths.
Well within most of our memories is the introduction to the term, “alternative facts”. Standing on its own, the concept that a “fact” can have multiple sides begs the question, “What is truth?” It is common to search for truth in many paces outside ourselves. Even a life of faith can be centered in the exterior – churches, symbols, … Continue reading A Courageous Walk
