Topic: Diversity

Leaning Into Babel

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

Invisible Barriers

Unitarian Universalism is a life giving, life saving, religious tradition. Have we built invisible barriers that prevent people from being a part of our communities? Speaker: Rev Jenn Gracen Worship Leader: Jesse Bowen Chalice Lighter: Carol Alfus After the service we will have online and in person social time. Did you miss this service? You … Continue reading Invisible Barriers

The Beauty of Our Diversity

Join us for our annual Flower Communion. Why does this ritual matter to UUs? Bring your flower (and maybe an extra) and send pictures to Rev Jenn by April 24. Minister@treeoflifeuu.org We are also planning to have a May Pole ceremony after the service and picnic (weather dependent). Bring a picnic lunch and chairs. Masks … Continue reading The Beauty of Our Diversity

Celebration of Diversity

Flower Communion is the time of our year when we honor the diversity of our communities. It is a uniquely Unitarian Universalist ceremony. You can learn more about Flower Communion HERE This year we asked that you send us a picture of yourself with flowers for our in service video. As this also fell on … Continue reading Celebration of Diversity