Chinese-American philosopher and social activist Grace Lee Boggs (1915-2015) wrote, “Another world is necessary. Another world is possible. Another world is happening.” While the votes continue to be counted, let us remember these words. Whatever the outcome, we know after the last four years and this election season that our country is in serious need … Continue reading November 4, 2020 Minister’s Message
Our Community Lights and Extinguishes a Chalice and Your Sacred Space as Our Worship Background: Members of our congregation contribute actively to worship through photos of their sacred space as worship backdrops and videos of kindling and extinguishing a chalice at home while reading our usual unison words. With this sharing, we co-create services which … Continue reading Our Community Lights and Extinguishes a Chalice and Your Sacred Space as Our Worship Background
Speaker: Reverend Dr. Rita Capezzi 11 1 20 Order of Service UUCC 11 1 20 Homily–When Holding Nothing Back is Healing
Resuming Second Collections In order to remind us to live through a spirit of abundance and generosity, the Education and Justice Team is resuming the UUFM tradition of Second Collections five times a year in alternate months. Our first Second Collection of the new church year will happen on October 18 and October 25, and … Continue reading Resuming Second Collections
Concluding the month of Deep Listening… Dear friends, This week in politics brings an intense energy, as we consider what challenges and trauma United States citizens (in particular, those marginalized, LGBTQA+, and those with a uterus) may face. It is with humility and compassion that I write this today, bringing my attention to those who may … Continue reading Children’s Faith Development Director’s Corner 10/28/2020
As we close out exploration of our theme “Deep Listening,” I encourage us to continue practicing this skill in our personal and social relationships. And let’s go deeper with this practice. We listen deeply through the lens of our values. Let me emphasize that listening is not agreeing with a perspective. Listening is not supporting … Continue reading October 28, 2020 Minister’s Message
Speaker: Reverend Dr. Rita Capezzi 10 25 20 Order of Service 10 25 20–Homily Listening to Others
Green Sanctuary Team News What wraps resilience, mitigation, sustainability, and justice all in one bright colorful package? If you thought Green Sanctuary, you would be right! Our Green Sanctuary Working Group is creating a slate of education and action for the congregation to engage in during the coming months. Expect book discussions, movies and discussions, … Continue reading Green Sanctuary Team News
Fair Trade Buyers Group Are you missing access to fair trade coffee, tea, chocolate or olive oil. We are looking to place orders through Equal Exchange periodically for anyone who would like to participate. Here are some items already for sale at the church: Chocolate: Panama Very Dark Chocolate – 3 bars, bittersweet chips Teas: … Continue reading Fair Trade Buyers Group
Continuing the month of Deep Listening… This week, I will simply leave you with a quote to contemplate: “To listen is very hard, because it asks of us so much interior stability that we no longer need to prove ourselves by speeches, arguments, statements, or declarations. True listeners no longer have an inner need to make … Continue reading Children’s Faith Development Director’s Corner 10/21/2020
