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The Art of Compassion

Join us as Fr. Neilson presents a survey of artworks that express and evoke empathy for human suffering and social justice. We’ll explore how artists use creativity to deepen our sense of compassion. See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on October 26 in the calendar.

Living Soft in a Hard World

Join us as we explore how to be compassionate without shutting down or burning out. Let’s reflect on how to discern what is ours to do, how to care for ourselves without ignoring the needs of others, and how to remain open to those who think and act differently than we do. See the UUConnect for the … Continue reading Living Soft in a Hard World

Cultivating Compassion & Thich Nhat Hạnh

This month let us honor the revered spiritual leader’s legacy with a focus on engaged Buddhism and a practice of intentional compassion. See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on October 12 in the calendar.

Lessons from Googly Eyes

This month as we practice “Cultivating Compassion,” we will have a little fun and learn a powerful lesson from those little sticky eyes that kids use in craft projects. How can googly eyes teach us about empathy, compassion, and the need to humanize each other more deeply? See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click … Continue reading Lessons from Googly Eyes

Worthy of Love

Greg Boyle, Jesuit priest and founder of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, has spent over 20 years working with gang members leaving prison. His latest book, Cherished Belonging, affirms that every person is unshakably good, and our true mission is to love. When we forget this, we act in broken ways—because, as Father Greg says, … Continue reading Worthy of Love

Building Belonging Internally

Building belonging begins within. In today’s media-intense society, it’s common to exclude or ignore parts of ourselves to fit into expectations. What do we need to welcome back to be whole? See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on September 14 in the calendar.

Walkin’ & Wheelin’: Fellowship Trail Outing

For this holiday weekend, we’ll meet at the fellowship at 10 am and set off for a stroll along the East River Trail. Bring comfortable walking shoes or your favorite bike. Go at your own pace and enjoy some nature bathing and good conversation with UU friends. NOT A REGULAR SERVICE: IN-PERSON ONLY

Small Is All

In a world that constantly feels overwhelming, how can we create change in the small interactions and moments of our lives? And how can those small changes be part of our larger vision for a transformed world? See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on August 24 in the calendar.