To What Are We Paying Attention?
The truly important question really is “Are we paying attention to what really matters?” See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on March 8 in the calendar.
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Turning Our Attention to the Future
As the Green Bay Area UU Fellowship looks to its future, we’ll take time to consider the Unitarian and Universalist histories that have brought us to this point. Then we’ll look together towards what might be next for the congregation and the role that each of us has to play! EVERYONE IS INVITED TO A … Continue reading Turning Our Attention to the Future
Finding a North Star in Turbulent Times
Questions regarding resilience often focus on where and how one can find motivation and energy to move forward especially in difficult days. While these questions are important, might it be more helpful to reframe the questions in terms of more fundamental questions. This reflection focuses on what those questions may be and how they may … Continue reading Finding a North Star in Turbulent Times
Embodying Resilience: The Example of Mary Magdalene
Embodying resilience involves demonstrating the ability to adapt and overcome adversity. This requires both mental and emotional strength as well as the help of friends and family. In the Gospel of Mary, Mary Magdalene must first accept the departure of Jesus. Then, she must follow his wish to instruct the apostles and charge them to … Continue reading Embodying Resilience: The Example of Mary Magdalene
Resilience under Siege
Upon receiving a call for clergy from colleagues in Minneapolis, Rev. Mark drove to that city for two days of training and protest. The need to support the citizens of that city and state is critical. American democracy stands in the balance. Minnesotans are noted for their ability to organize and their commitment to justice … Continue reading Resilience under Siege
The Journey of Resilience
Just getting through the day seems like a battle lately. Our nation is in chaos and things we hold to be true are being challenged. I can only find my way through by fully choosing to live with love and compassion at my core. Not fear, not hate but love. Can it be possible and … Continue reading The Journey of Resilience
Sumūd: Palestinian Resistance through Resilience
Since Israel’s occupation of Gaza and the West Bank in 1967, Palestinians have championed a form of non-violent resistance called “sumūd” (resilience). More than a mere slogan, it both explains and animates most aspects of daily life, from where people shop and what they buy, to how they interact with Israelis and foreigners, to how … Continue reading Sumūd: Palestinian Resistance through Resilience
Resisting “Resistance”
Oftentimes aggressive pushback seems like the only way to resist. But sometimes it’s just too hard to be hard. How can we practice resistance in softer ways? Can gentleness be resistance? Let’s talk about it. See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on January 18 in the calendar.
What’s Your Resistance Role?
As a spiritual exercise this month, let us explore the resistance archetypes created by psychotherapist Satya Doyle Byock because each of us has a significant role in collective resistance. See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on January 11 in the calendar.
Practices of Resistance for All Ages
When things in our world are confusing or scary, it’s important that we find ways to stay grounded in our values, connected to our neighbors, and moving forward. Join us for an engaging and practical service for all ages where we’ll explore how to put these things into practice! This will be an intergenerational service. … Continue reading Practices of Resistance for All Ages