International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality. Our speaker for International Women’s Day is Denise Sweet, an Anishinaabe poet. Denise will give a short presentation on Native Women’s Leadership and will … Continue reading International Women’s Day
Art doesn’t really show us what to do, yet engaging with a good work of art can connect us to our senses, body, and mind…and such an encounter and connection can excite thinking, engagement and even action toward justice, equality and compassion. This is why ART has the power to change the world!
“The Way of Harmony of the Spirit” is one way that “Aikido” may be translated into English. Although the idea of a martial discipline striving for peace and harmony may seem paradoxical, it is the most basic tenet of the art. Join us as Susan Dutton highlights how aikido reflects our 6th UU Principle: The … Continue reading Aikido, The Peaceful Martial Art
In today’s society we must work hard to eliminate toxins from our lives. These toxins come in all forms and affect us on physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels. Join us as we explore how our physical temple and it’s toxicity level can hinder us from obtaining greater spiritual connection and how we can lighten … Continue reading Physical Health for Greater Spiritual Connection
The definition of mistake is: An action or judgement that is misguided or wrong. Many people who are not Christian may see many things in Christianity that are questionable. Sally’s premise is Christianity took a major wrong turn in the main focus of their theology. There is a much greater and more powerful message which … Continue reading Where Christianity Went Wrong
A race itself is powerful, but what lasts is a greater sense of self confidence, new friendships and a community who will think differently about people with disabilities. MyTeam Triumph is a community of running captains and “Angels” who embraces, celebrates and empowers those with diverse abilities. Its mission is to enrich the wellbeing of individuals … Continue reading MyTeam Triumph
Any visitor to London will instantly recognize this as the safety message regularly heard at tube stops as well as the iconic image that goes along with it. In addition to being valuable safety advice, the phrase also suggests rich meanings about space, time and repose: the gaps in both our internal and external worlds. … Continue reading Mind The Gap
One of our perennial favorites, Judy Crain, returns to reflect on our attempts to understand and address the challenges we face in this new year.
Do you turn off the news frequently because you feel disgusted by how people are treating each other? When you drive on major highways are you concerned not just by the sheer number speeding cars, but by the overall lack of consideration for other drivers? How do you feel when you hear that kindness classes … Continue reading The Underrated Virtue of Kindness
Each year thousands of people begin with the goal of finishing a long-distance hiking trail. They start out with backpacks full of gear intended to make the hardships of a trip more bearable. But the secret is this: The less gear you carry, the happier you’ll be. Carrie Arnold joins us this week to speak … Continue reading What’s In Your Backpack?
