Rev. Patricia Hart, with Erika Reif, New Members, the Choir, and more! As we approach the end of this congregational year, we will celebrate the Society’s abundant blessings with beloved traditions in slightly new forms – Flower Communion, New Member Recognition, followed by the annual June picnic, games, and art projects for all. Plus, the Choir … Continue reading “Welcome Back, Welcome In”
Unitarian Universalism teaches faith in justice, love, and goodness in the world – and especially in people. But what can we say when our beautiful world seems broken under the weight of everything that is the opposite of goodness? Some thoughts on what it might mean to say “evil” out loud. This Sunday’s worship service will be … Continue reading “What Shall We Do About Evil?”
Rev. Patricia Hart, Melinda Lee We Unitarian Universalists are rightly proud of our Principles. Taken as a whole, they describe communities of people who together “affirm and promote” a world of justice, integrity, and love – for all. No wonder congregations put up lovely posters of the Principles and teach our children fun songs listing them. The question … Continue reading “Practicing What We Are Preaching”
Rev. David Ruffin and the FUUSB YUUth Group, with Judy Brook Join us this Sunday around our “campfire,” as we celebrate the beauty that can be nurtured in community through radical acceptance and celebration of one another and ourselves, in this year’s annual Youth Sunday! Meet Oakland, the UU Octopus, share in campfire songs and stories, … Continue reading Youth Sunday – “Campfire Magic”
Rev. Patricia Hart & Rowan Van Ness, with Brenda Balon On this Mother’s Day, we will reflect on the essential, complicated, wonderful, overwhelming, challenging work of one person caring for another. Or perhaps it makes more sense to think of parenting as the work of a “village.” We certainly need each other… To attend in … Continue reading “Mothering”
Rev. Patricia Hart, with Geoff Duke, Zoe Hart, Martha Molpus, Charlie Rathbone The seven principles of Unitarian Universalism were formally adopted almost 40 years ago. They have held a central role in our non-creedal faith, declaring to the world what we UUs care about, strive to be, and believe to be true. Our world and … Continue reading “Declaring Our Principles”
Rev. Patricia Hart, with Jon Sallée To celebrate Earth Day, this Sunday’s service features the Unitarian Universalist Ministry for the Earth, whose mission is to be a wellspring of spiritual and educational grounding, and provide practical support for bold, accountable action for environmental and climate justice, and the flourishing of all life. What is your relationship … Continue reading “Get Rooted, Get Ready!”
Rev. Patricia Hart, with Melinda Lee Easter is many things: a celebration of new life arising from death, a timeless festival of the earth and fertility, and the holiest day in the Christian year. Easter is also a confusing holiday – perhaps especially for those of us who’ve given up on Bible stories. But when … Continue reading “Called Into Life”
Rev. Patricia Hart, with Geoff Duke Palm Sunday is one point in the story of Christianity when its Jewish roots are most evident. Jesus comes to Jerusalem at Passover, amid the tragedy and injustice of the Roman occupation – glory and death, confusion and faith are all present in abundance. What might this story teach … Continue reading “On the Threshold”
Rev. Patricia Hart, with Judy Brook Here we are at the beginning of a new season, a different time in the world. Danger is all around us; so, too, possibility and opportunity. How shall we move ahead when the future is so unclear? Some thoughts on what holds us together and points toward hope. The … Continue reading “There Is No Going Back”
