July 12, 10:00 am Service Leader: Loren Brown As we look toward an uncertain future, how can the past give us courage? Through stories from the history of Unitarian Universalism, reflections from longtime members of our own congregation, and an invitation to explore our personal histories, we’ll consider how remembering can become a spiritual practice—one … Continue reading Looking Back to Move Forward
For some, faith transition feels like stepping through a doorway — sudden, decisive, and clear. For many others, it is more like a long journey across changing terrain, where the air slowly shifts, familiar landmarks disappear, and we adapt to new spiritual climates. This sermon explores belief deconstruction and reconstruction not as loss or failure, … Continue reading Crossing Climates: Belief Transitions
In this re-imagining we are going to come together for more than soup, (which will be served after church!) but as a food and toiletry drive for the Vandal Pantry and Cougar Pantry! These organizations support students in need. Please bring nonperishable foods, toiletries, and cleaning supplies if you’re able. And yes, we will have … Continue reading Stone Soup Sunday
Celebrant: Martha Schmidt –As the year draws to a close, we will explore lessons from the book Wintering, Katherine May’s reflection on the quiet, restorative seasons of life that invite us inward. Together we’ll reflect on how periods of stillness, setback, or uncertainty can become sacred times of renewal rather than moments to rush through … Continue reading The Wisdom of Wintering
The idea of progress calls on us to strive to attain our joy and fulfillment in an indeterminate future. But what if the pursuit of progress is precisely what keeps us from finding the lives of meaning we seek right here and now? Let’s explore the possibilities of a future in which we abandon “always … Continue reading Stories of the Future Service
We’ve heard about generational trauma, the way patterns of harm can ripple through a family tree. But what about strength? And wisdom? Can connecting to our ancestors’ stories help us find courage and take action in the present? Welcome Greeting and Announcements Territorial Acknowledgement Chalice Lighting and Sung Affirmation Opening Words Opening Hymn: #1007, There’s a … Continue reading Generational Resilience and Resistance
Watch the Service Recording Sharing joys and sorrows helps make our services personal, binds our community, and allows us to bring our whole selves to worship. But what else might we want to share with our community, and how else might we build this deep sense of personal connection? Come explore with us! Welcome and … Continue reading Joys & Sorrows
Watch the Service Recording What purpose does a time for meditation serve? Could peaceful minds bring about a more peaceful world? Welcome and Announcements Territorial Acknowledgement Chalice Lighting and Sung Affirmation Opening Words Opening Hymn Time for All Ages Reeb Benediction Offertory Candles of Joys & Sorrows Reading: From Your Heart Was Made for This by Oren … Continue reading A Time For Meditation
Celebrant: Julie Skyving Rates of anxiety are steadily increasing, in the U.S. and around the world. Some say we live in an age of anxiety. Even though we can’t eliminate anxiety, we can deepen our empathy and compassion for those who experience anxiety (others and/or ourselves). Let’s work together to create conscientious communities where anxious … Continue reading Loving Hearts for Anxious Minds
