As the year turns, many of us feel called to act even as we search for clarity about what comes next. This service explores how cycles of renewal in nature and democracy shape our spiritual lives, reminding us that neither justice nor growth happens without intention. Rooted in Unitarian Universalist principles and the realities of … Continue reading Choosing Renewal in an Unfinished World
Between the Ridges is a growing alliance of diverse local groups working toward collective action for systemic change. Several of our UU members have been participating financially and with volunteer efforts with their current work. Today’s service will familiarize us with the vision, mission and values of Between the Ridges, and the many efforts of … Continue reading Between the Ridges
The traditional Japanese proverb, “Fall seven times, get up eight,” highlights the resilience and perseverance many of us find is needed now. The current tough times in our nation, in our community, and, for many of us, in our minds and souls challenge us to remain hopeful. This Sunday’s service, from the Soul Matters series presented by Susan … Continue reading Embodying Resilience
Celebrate our true colors – individually and collectively – in this hands-on service for all ages on Sunday, February 1st. Plan to connect with one another as we create and share. Our “inner light squares” will go on the bulletin board next to our January Hopes and Intentions Quilt, explaining Who We Are and What … Continue reading Unique Unitarian Universalists
by Dr. John Alexie Crane, shared by Andrew Whitmont We reach back to one of our UUCY ministers, Dr. John Alexie Crane and reflect on his service. Andrew Whitmont will share this service with his own style and grace.
For those of you newer to our community, during the great pandemic, our community came together over Zoom to stay connected and enjoy the community by viewing recorded services from larger UU communities. We continued that tradition this week with a service from All Souls Unitarian, Tulsa, OK, delivered by Rev. Dr. Marlin Lavanhar, “The Nation’s Soul.” … Continue reading The Nation’s Soul
In trying to live Unitarian Universalist values, including our commitment “To affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person,” how can we understand the evil that we encounter in our world? The Rev. Tess Baumberger addressed this question in a sermon she first delivered just before the 2024 election. She offers a definition of … Continue reading Practicing Resistance
Join Erika Haukness, Linda King, musician Sunny Sonker, and consultant Rosemary Saul in this service of hope, promises, creativity, and new beginnings. In this first all ages service of 2026, everyone will participate in the creation of a paper resolution quilt representing the wonder and hope of the New Year.
Open house – no formal service.
In this traditional Unitarian Universalist celebration of the season songs will be sung by all, winter traditions will be honored, the uniquely Unitarian story of Ben – curmudgeon? Scrooge? – will be told, and the service will end with a candlelight communion. All ages welcome.