Several years ago the comedian Colbert coined the term “truthiness:” that is, truth which is determined by intuition and perception without regard to evidence, facts, or logic. In contrast, how might we practice and promote conversation grounded in substance and reliability? What might we learn … read more.
I wonder if anyone has heard stories about Unitarian Universalism being an “anything goes” sort of religion, or that Unitarian Universalists don’t need to believe in anything. Let’s reframe those “anything goes” stories, to consider a constructive framework which defines free religion and membership in … read more.
Today we recognize the many volunteers who have participated in shared ministry to UUCM this year: leadership of committees, groups, and projects, and the all-important Religious Education teachers and students.
Our congregation is a Voluntary Association, in the words of James Luther Adams. Volunteering is … read more.
Our modern celebration of Mother’s Day started as a call by Unitarian Julia Ward Howe in 1870 for Mother’s Peace Day.
On this day of honoring all mothers as well as anyone who nurtured us, let us remember to promote peace around the world for … read more.
Are there places in your life where “old maps” — that is, traditional habits, perhaps some which you’ve held for a long time — are no longer serving you? How can you know when an old map has led you to a dead end? What … read more.
The science behind our climate changes continues to grow more overt, robust and concerning, if not alarming. The service, in shared ministry between UUFD’s Environmental Justice Team and worship ministry, will offer reflections on the most recent report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change … read more.
Many of us may have deep visual and spiritual appreciation for trees, of all shapes and sizes and smells. New ideas about how trees communicate with one another, such as by Suzanne Simard in Finding the Mother Tree, go beyond aesthetic benefits to what trees … read more.
As the earth awakens from winter cold and darkness, we experience many renewals, many paths to new life. In this multi-generational service, we celebrate seasonal renewal through music, story, and spoken message.
We also celebrate the centennial of the traditional UU Flower Ceremony, created by … read more.
When I hear congregations express a desire to grow, this usually means growing in membership. However, congregations cannot just will growth in numbers. Greater numbers is nurtured by other types of growth: spiritual deepening, organizational maturity, and outreach to the community. Sometimes growth in number … read more.
Unitarian Universalists enjoy a proud heritage of women who, inspired by their liberal faith, broke social, political, cultural, and religious boundaries. During this month when we recognize Women’s History, let us also meet several courageous women in our liberal religious history.
