Minister’s Message Contemplating his time imprisoned by the South African government, Nelson Mandela said, “I knew as well as I knew anything that the oppressor must be liberated just as surely as the oppressed.” May we take heed of Mandela’s words, and may we understand them. Certainly, the architects of overt and systemic institutional oppression … Continue reading February 17, 2021 Minister’s Message
“What should young people do with their lives today? Many things, obviously. But the most daring thing is to create stable communities in which the terrible disease of loneliness can be cured.” – Kurt Vonnegut Throughout this winter, I have enjoyed many walks. Sometimes, I walk with friends. Most of the time, I walk by … Continue reading Children’s Faith Development Director’s Corner 2/17/2021
Homily—How Do You Love an Enemy, When the Enemy is Uncle Festus? Speaker: Rev. Dr. Rita Capezzi 2 14 21 OOS 2 14 21 Homily–How Do You Love an Enemy When the Enemy is Uncle Festus
Minister’s Message Unitarian Universalist minister, the Rev. Victoria Safford wrote, “The goal [of Beloved Community] is reconciliation, not to destroy your opponent, nor cast them out, but to stay in the struggle till love wins.” It is important to remember that we are not all equal in the struggle. Those who live with marginalized identities … Continue reading February 10, 2021 Minister’s Message
Dear Friends, I’ve come across two new words that fascinate me. The first is a slang term used by a South African friend of Dutch descent. The second I encountered at a Webinar. Plonking a practice of allowing each day to unfold as it will, with its stresses and opportunities, and in resilient fashion, making … Continue reading Board President Notes 02/10/2021
“The great insight of Universalism is that you do not have to coerce people into loving one another. The commandments are not threats. If they are not fulfilled God will not withdraw His love. No one has ever or will ever draw true love out of another with punishment. God’s love is given to all; … Continue reading Children’s Faith Developments Director’s Corner 2/10/2021
Dear Friends, February is the short month, the month of love and yes, stewardship. Stewardship is rooted in belonging; an essential human need. UU congregations are brave spaces for belonging. We are invited to question, act on shared values and experience refuge, regardless of identify. We express our intent to belong by lovingly placing our … Continue reading Board President Notes 02/03/2021
Board President Notes Dear Friends, Please join us for Worship on Sunday, Jan 24 and stay for the Mid-Year meeting that immediately follows. It’s an opportunity for leadership and the congregation to share information, answer questions and express concerns. You’ll see a snapshot of church finances and stewardship, learn about ministry accomplishments, including Soul Matters … Continue reading Board President Notes 1/20/2021
