Families are formed in many different ways. It’s not uncommon to see families formed via adoption, inter-racial families, families with same-sex partners, and countless other wonderful combinations. As Elizabeth Gilbert once said, “We must take care of our families wherever we find them.” On Sunday, February 17, the Brumm-Chandler family will be discussing how their … Continue reading Unity and Diversity: How A Family Is Made
For ancient and medieval thinkers, imagination and theology went hand-in-hand as a way of understanding the world. During the Reformation, however, imagination came under increasing suspicion as a source of knowledge as Catholics were accused of devising man-made inventions in the name of doctrine and deception, and Protestants were accused of following the individual imaginations … Continue reading Imagination as a Source of Knowledge
One of the most significant parts of end-of-life planning is deciding what will happen to our bodies after we die. Traditional funerals take a heavy toll on our environment. Many people think there are only two options – traditional burial or cremation. There is another way that is much friendlier to the environment. Penn Engebose, … Continue reading Leave Mother Earth with a Kiss instead of a Kick
Built off the acronym MIRROR, this inspirational talk related to what every community needs will be a reminder of the covenant principles of the GBUUAF. This simple conversation encourages hearers and says: You matter, the events shaping your life are important; relationships support individual growth; we are responsible for ourselves and to each other; challenges … Continue reading Every Community Needs a M.I.R.R.O.R.
Reflect on the past year, both personally and as part of our community and world. Most importantly, we will focus on meeting the challenges of the present and the future. We are pleased to welcome Judy Crain back to our fellowship to hear her annual January message.
We love our family and our friends but when life events hand them difficulties beyond measure how can we be with them in ways that are truly helpful? Most of us want to “do” something but in reality what proves to be most comforting is to simple “be” with them. Karon has learned in her … Continue reading Being In Empathy
Most Americans — starting at a young age — have heard their minister, parents and teachers talk about “freedom of religion.” It’s guaranteed, as we all know, by the First amendment — or the “establishment clause” of our constitution. Many Americans — and certainly those practicing a more extreme faith — often interpret this to … Continue reading History of Religious Freedom and Suppression in the United States
The Religious Society of Friends, better known as “Quakers,” conduct their meetings for worship in silence. Although worshipers may rise during the meeting to share a spiritual insight they are admonished to do so only if they can improve upon the silence. Quaker’s have always known and prated what the neuro-scientist, Jill Bolte-Taylor wrote about, … Continue reading The Meaning of Silence: Quakers Faith and Practice
Join us for a Sunday of traditional Christmas hymns. Sally Terrell shares the story of ‘Good King Wenceslas” and, if we have time, we can share our own family tradition stories.
Join us for our annual service celebrating the returning of the light. This is a special service that honors pagan tradition, nature’s beauty, and a look back upon the closing year.
