What does it mean for us to be people of imagination, hope, and possibility during uncertain and difficult times? Let us embrace and hold both reality and possibility together. During this Sunday’s worship service, we will participate in our annual fire communion ceremony, a practice of letting go and setting new intention as we begin … Continue reading Embracing Possibility: Annual Fire Communion Ceremony
When times and situations are turbulent, it is natural and understandable to look for an” anchor in the storm” and to crave a sense of certainty. What happens if we ground ourselves in a sense of wonder, curiosity, and gratitude, even in difficult times? Can our spiritual anchor become a faith without certainty? Join Chaplain … Continue reading In Praise of Not Knowing
Anyone has felt loneliness. It can be a temporary pang from being alone, the sense of disconnection (even surrounded by others), or feeling misunderstood. Also, loneliness can be chronic or persistent with underlying and systemic causes. Recently the World Health Organization shared that loneliness is a major health challenge of our time, “affecting heart, mind, … Continue reading The Real Pain of Loneliness
We were having technical issues this day, so the recording above is mostly audio. Inspiring message, none the less. For many years now, our congregation has used the tag line “Rooted in Love, Reaching for Justice”. It grounds us in the core of Unitarian Universalist beliefs, heritage, and values. It challenges us and call us … Continue reading Rooted in Love; Reaching for Justice
It is what it is – a phrase often used to describe the inevitability of unpleasant aspects of life. But what if there’s more?
Courage comes in many shapes and sizes, forms recognizable and subtle. Each of us approaches the world with a different set of lenses and experiences. What may be extraordinary bravery for one person might not even register as a challenge for another. But one thing is true. We can all strengthen our heart muscles in brave space so that we can increasingly live courageous and trust filled lives.
How does the idea of what is acceptable thought change? As we look into the past, both recent and long term, we see that what was once thought to be radical can become mainstream. Speaker: Rev. Jenn Gracen Worship Leader: Carol Alfus After the service we will have online and in person social time. Did … Continue reading Acceptable Ideas
What is our purpose as a community? The reason we exist? What if the answer is not what we expect? Join Rev. Jenn Gracen as we explore these questions. Speaker: Rev. Jenn Gracen Worship Leader: Carol Alfus Chalice Lighter: Leah Mikkelson Did you miss this service? You can watch it here.
Our annual water communion service won’t be what we’d hoped for this year. And it is still a vitally important ritual in the life of our community. It is a reminder that even when the waters are turbulent they are connected to one another. Have water available for our online service. Speaker: Rev. Jenn Gracen … Continue reading The Turbulent Waters
When people come together in large groups to demand change things change. Join us as we explore the meaning of labor day in this time. Speaker: Rev. Jenn Gracen Worship Leader: George “Kaz” Kazlusky Chalice Lighter: Irene Raven The first service is at 9:00am Sunday, September 5, 2021. This service will be held outside on … Continue reading When We Unite
