Ode to Joy
Together we celebrate joy as a source of renewal—revitalizing our faith, strengthening our commitments, and reminding us why we gather in community. Join us onsite or online! For the Zoom link, visit tinyurl.com/uuccodetojoy
Topic: Spiritual Growth
Drinking from the Wellspring
Rebecca Parker and John Buehrens write. To thrive, hope requires a home, a sustaining structure of community, meaning, and ritual. Only with such a habitation can hope manifest the spiritual stamina it needs to confront evil, endure through trouble, and “hold fast to that which is good. What are the ways we can tap into the wellspring … Continue reading Drinking from the Wellspring
Thirst Slaking Water
What kind of water, literally and figuratively, are we thirsting for? Where might it be found? With whom might it be shared? These are questions we’ll ponder as we explore how water provides sustenance for us. Join us onsite or online! For the Zoom link, visit tinyurl.com/uucclarryfarris2025.
Healing By Letting Go
Letting go might sound hard, but thinking it’s hard makes it harder. When we release thoughts, beliefs, and opinions that no longer serve us, we can let go and let in healing. Join us onsite or online! Visit tinyurl.com/uucclettinggo to register for the Zoom link.
The Caterpillar’s Dilemaa
Like the caterpillar, we sometimes must face the dark and unknown before something new can emerge. Inside a cocoon, an almost magical transformation takes place. Tiny imaginal cells awaken, link together, and build a butterfly. So too can we become individuals united by the power of love and radical welcome, resisting that which diminishes life … Continue reading The Caterpillar’s Dilemaa
This Interdependent Life: Rituals of Resilience
In June 2024, the Seven Principles were replaced with language describing Unitarian Universalism through a set of shared values, all centered around love. The UU value, Interdependence, states: We honor the interdependent web of all existence. With reverence for the great web of life and with humility, we acknowledge our place in it. Join guest speaker Donna … Continue reading This Interdependent Life: Rituals of Resilience
Let the Water Carry Us Away
As summer ends, we will celebrate our annual Water Communion, a ritual of welcome and homecoming to begin the new church year. We will hear a story about our Universalist ancestor, John Murray, and reflect on fresh starts and new beginnings. Be sure to bring a little water that represents a place or experience of … Continue reading Let the Water Carry Us Away
Still Waters Within
Eric Nelson will help us explore how staying present and grounded can help us navigate uncertainty and change. You will learn mindfulness and compassion techniques that build emotional resilience in the face of stress and upheaval. By cultivating inner calm and empathy, we can not only endure challenging times but also support others and thrive together. … Continue reading Still Waters Within
The Sacred Art of Self-Care
UUCC member Kathryn Ragains-Wilson discovered the power of self-care in her mid-thirties. Her eight-pillar approach has helped her cultivate focus, balance, and a healthy dose of grace across all areas of life. Join Kathryn as she shares how embracing this sacred art continues to transform her journey, one imperfect step at a time. Join us … Continue reading The Sacred Art of Self-Care
Gentle Touch
As we find ourselves reacting with anger and fear about the state of affairs in the world, let us consider the beautiful, persuasive power of gentleness. Join us onsite or online! Visit tinyurl.com/uuccgentletouch to register for the Zoom link.