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
Join the Rev. Deb Matthews in an exploration into how congregations can be crucial in accompanying those with mental illness through their often difficult lives. Drawing from her own personal experience and witness, Deb will suggest simple, uncomplicated responses and approaches for providing support to ourselves and others. Please be aware that the sermon will … Continue reading The Four Friends: Mental Health in Congregations
As a people of faith, we are called to meet this time of great need. We are called to stand with and for one another. Called to embody a courageous love — grown and shared in community and extended to all life around us. Honoring this call, we are joined by the Wailin’ Mahalias, as … Continue reading Called to a Radical Compassion
Join Rev Allison Farnum and Keith Talley of UUPMI (Unitarian Universalist Prison Ministry of Illinois) as they invite us to organize ourselves to be a presence to those in IL jails and prisons, remembering our power as a humanizing, caring presence. Keith Talley (he/him/his) is the Prisoner Solidarity Specialist at the Unitarian Universalist Prison Ministry … Continue reading Refusing to Abandon
As part of our Coming of Age program, a group of volunteers traveled to Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota to work with the Re-member program to create beds, stairs, ramps, and outhouses and to skirt trailers to conserve heat in the harsh winters. Join us as we hear stories and share what we’ve learned!
In a week and a half Jews all over the world will gather to observe Passover, to remember the foundation of the Israelite community in redemption from slavery. Telling the story of our roots as an oppressed people opens our hearts to the suffering of others and compels us to act to alleviate their suffering. … Continue reading Vulnerability in the formation of Compassion and Service
Brene Brown says “vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage.” It is hard to be vulnerable, to be authentic, in a culture that calls us to be anything else. What are the challenges and gifts of vulnerability? We will take a special collection for Jail Brakers. After the service enjoy enjoy a potluck lunch … Continue reading Becoming Real
How does finding love help us transcend our expectations? When we focus on love as a response to the world around us how does that shape our other responses? After the service enjoy refreshments and socializing online and in person followed by a discussion of what we learned. Did you miss this service? You can … Continue reading The Molten Core
Come one, come all! Join us for an unrehearsed Christmas pageant and become a part of the Wonder as we experience the traditional story of a baby born in Bethlehem in a whole new way! Please bring a donation for Compassion for Campers to donate to our unhoused family during the story. Please see the … Continue reading Pageant: An Unhoused Christmas
Speakers: Joan Javier-Duval, Mykal Slack, Benjie Messer Join us for the largest annual gathering of UUs joining in worship. This powerful, communal worship experience is open to the public. Rev. Joan Javier-Duval will deliver the sermon at the 2020 General Assembly Sunday Morning Worship. She serves as Minister of the Unitarian Church of Montpelier, VT. She is the daughter of … Continue reading Beyond the Water’s Edge
