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
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
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
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
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
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.
Rev. Gy will launch the new church year and our new spiritual theme by exploring the resilience and relentlessness of water and the lessons it offers us. Join us onsite or online! Visit tinyurl.com/uuccbelikewater to register for the Zoom link.
The following are the lyrics from our hymn #108 – “My life flows on in endless song,” though when Pete Seeger sings it, it is called “How can I keep from singing?” My life goes on in endless song, above earth’s lamentations. I hear the real, though far-off hymn, that hails a new creation. Through … Continue reading How Can I Keep From Singing?
“Imagine there’s no countries. It isn’t hard to do. Nothing to kill or die for.And no religion, too. Imagine all the people, livin’ life in peace The lyrics above are familiar to most of us. They are from the song “Imagine” by John Lennon.” But what Rev. Harold Beu wonders about is a world with … Continue reading Do We Need Religion?
As our church year comes to an end, we pause to celebrate our volunteers and the transformative power of devoting time, effort, and love to something greater than ourselves. Join us onsite or online! Visit tinyurl.com/uuccSpiritofLove to register for the Zoom link.
