On this anniversary of the birth of William Ellery Channing, we’ll explore his views–including his claiming of the term “Unitarian” as a positive thing. We’ll also welcome new members. This service will be multiplatform–we’ll gather in person and online. However many of us are together in the sanctuary, you can definitely find us at First … Continue reading Channing Claims Unitarianism
In the conversation about Unitarian Universalist values, we’re nearing a potential final vote. Article II of our UUA bylaws may be changed, to include a set of values with a mnemonic of JET PIG. It’s also possible that Article II will remain unchanged–or it might be further altered, to include values such as Peace or … Continue reading Jet Pig Incoming: Article II in the Home Stretch
How do we communicate our values and our theological / philosophical identities? How might we describe who we are, and who we want to be? As the Article II Study Commission recommends changes (no more Seven Principles!?), let us reflect on shifting our identity from “me” to “we.” This service will be multiplatform–we’ll gather in … Continue reading Beyond Seven Principles
We’ll recap the justice-focused actions from General Assembly 2022, and learn how we can affect how Unitarian Universalists define themselves. This service will be both in-person and online. Whether or not the sanctuary is open for a limited number of participants, it will definitely available on Zoom: https://uuma.zoom.us/j/4774349822
A millennium ago, those of different religions were suspect (at best). Two hundred years ago, our ancestors misspelled and partially understood them. Now the world’s religions are in the palm of our hand. The sixth in our series about the Sources of our living tradition. This service will be multiplatform–we’ll gather in person and online, … Continue reading Progressively Less Other
Christmas contains “borrowed” Pagan practices. Where did the Pagans get them? What might any of these mean to 21st century humans? The fourth in our series on the Sources of our Unitarian Universalist Association.
Forgiveness is a large part of our Jewish cousins’ High Holy Days. As our they celebrate the beginnings of 5782, we’ll explore forgiveness through a very timely example. The third of our series on our UUA Sources. First Zuumitarian is an online gathering with music, silence, encouraging words and the faces of friends. There will … Continue reading Forgiveness & Anti-Vaxxers
Prophets speak truth to power–which is why it’s usually been dangerous to be one. They may inspire similar courage and action in later generations. The second of a series on our UUA Sources. First Zuumitarian is an online gathering with music, silence, encouraging words and the faces of friends. There will be opportunities to talk … Continue reading Prophets Old & New
Our UU living tradition includes Transcendentalists, séances, hippies, and UU Mystics on Facebook. The first of a series on our Unitarian Universalist Sources. (Many thanks to Gail deSomer for naming this topic, having purchased that right in our annual Auction fundraiser)
