Topic: Courage

A Courageous Walk

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

The Courage Medal

n the Wizard of OZ each of the characters comes to the wizard with a need, something they are lacking in their lives. What does this story have to offer us about our own lives? Come monsters, witches, superheroes, and pumpkins; come nurses, teachers, trees, and onions, come one, come all: wear your costumes to … Continue reading The Courage Medal

The Dissenting Opinion

It takes courage to challenge the status quo. It takes courage to have a different opinion than your friends. What are the challenges and benefits of being, or listening to, the dissenting opinion? Speaker: Rev Jenn Gracen Worship Leader: M.E. Tanabe Chalice Lighter: Steve Lyons After the service we will have social time online and … Continue reading The Dissenting Opinion

To Encourage

National Coming Out Day is this week. The decision to come out is a courageous one that transforms a person’s life. What does it take to encourage one another? What are some of the challenges and lessons on this path? We will also take an offering for Chalice House Refugee Sanctuary. Speaker: Rev Jenn Gracen … Continue reading To Encourage

Contagious Courage

It is hard to step outside of your comfort zone. It isn’t easy to risk being wrong, or admitting you do not know. Today we will explore the courage that comes from doing something together, reaching outside of your comfort zone and making a difference. Next year our Coming of Age youth and some of … Continue reading Contagious Courage