The advent of the new year brings with it the dreaded “New Year Resolution.” And making a new year resolution so often brings us into a place of lack and fault-finding. How about this year, instead, we take a leap and open ourselves up to epiphany, to the possibility that our lives might unfold in … Continue reading New Possibilities
UU Minister, Rev. Renee Ruchotzke, said that she is often asked the question, “Is there a spiritual practice that is particularly Unitarian Universalist?” And, her response is, “I believe that there is — living into our covenantal relationships.” She goes on to say, “Being in community can be challenging. But being in a faith community … Continue reading “Re-Committing to our UU Covenantal Relationships”
Because of the severely cold weather we have made the decision to cancel the Sunday service and other activities tomorrow morning, December 31, 2017. Best wishes to stay dry, safe, and warm. Wishing you a happy and restful Sunday and a Happy New Year.
Human Rights and Diverse Cultures Hear about Sister Alice Zachmann’s experience as she founded the Guatemala Human Rights Commission/USA in 1982, her Peace and Justice ministry engaged in ending the war in Vietnam, and her support for the United Farm Workers. She also collaborated in establishing and worked with the Torture Abolition and Survivors Support … Continue reading Human Rights and Diverse Cultures
“Forgiveness,” the dictionary says, “is the intentional and voluntary process by which a victim undergoes a change in feelings and attitude regarding an offense, lets go of negative emotions such as vengefulness, with an increased ability to wish the offender well.” In real life, forgiveness is a complex and nuanced process that rests at the … Continue reading The Blessings of Forgiveness
People strive for transformational happiness through self actualization, mindfulness and education exercises but what if we already hold the key to our own happiness. Rabbi Yosi Gordon shares his message of atonement and how we can strive daily to not only forgive but to engage in hard work to restore relationships to their original state.
