Jean M. Twenge’s book Generations offers profound insight into how the differences from the Silent Generation to Generation Z are all part of continuous patterns in American society. Accepting and celebrating our generational differences are part of valuing pluralism within our congregations. See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on May 26 in the calendar.

This is the sixth and final Unitarian Universalist value we will explore together this year, and probably the most unique to our faith. Our individual beliefs and spiritual journeys vary widely and we lift this up as a strength which keeps us open to new possibilities and change. What a gift! See the UUConnect for the service … Continue reading The Gift of Pluralism

As spring weather makes its way back to our part of the world, let’s remember how amazing life’s interdependence is. Certainly the Earth calls us to celebrate! See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on April 28 in the calendar.

Each of our three Fellowships are located within blocks of rivers whose watersheds were once connected by a relatively short canal. Let us consider how this applies to the interdependence of our congregations. See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on April 7 in the calendar.

The image of the caterpillar’s transformation to a butterfly invites us each spring to ponder our own personal transformation process. How do we support each other to continually grow spiritually and ethically? See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on March 24 in the calendar.

Unitarian Universalism is called a ‘living tradition” meaning we are not bound by doctrine or the way our ancestors did something. Rather, like composting, we continually break down what we affirm and promote and transform it into what nourishes growth for the season we are entering. This month’s focus on The Gift of Transformation will … Continue reading Composting Our Faith

Author Matthew Desmond’s insightful book, Poverty by America, reminds us that poverty is by design in our society. We subsidize anyone with wealth and just want the poor to go away. What sacrifice is required to bend the moral arc of the universe towards justice? See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on February … Continue reading Just Go Away

Justice and Equity are two of our fundamental Unitarian Universalist values, but what do they mean to us theologically and spiritually? Why do we focus so much on “building a better world”? See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on February 4 in the calendar.

Today we honor the prophet of peace who used love to liberate millions. See the UUConnect for the service logon information or click on January 28 in the calendar.

Perfectionism and self-doubt are hardly liberating and it’s all too easy to get pulled into the “unworthy of being loved” trap. Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, Love, is a passionate advocate of accessing the love deep within us by writing letters FROM love. Let us begin our new theme this month with self-reflection and … Continue reading Liberating Love