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
Minister’s Message I don’t actually believe that I have a spirit or soul, that I am some sort of triune being, with a spirit, mind, and body. I understand myself as a human being, a unity, with humanness expressing itself in a variety of ways. Spirituality (or physicality or psychologically or materially) is, as I … Continue reading October 21, 2020 Minister’s Message
Speaker: Reverend Dr. Rita Capezzi 10 18 20 Order of Service 10 18 20–Homily What Gets in the Way of Listening
Minister’s Message How are you feeling today? Are you well in your body? In your mind? In your spirit? Are you feeling whole? Some of us may not be feeling great, and it can be challenging to know just why we don’t. I’ve learned that a relaxed mind follows from a relaxed body. And so … Continue reading October 14, 2020 Minister’s Message
