Sunday May 3 was our “Flower Communion,” a cherished tradition in Unitarian Universalist communities that celebrates the beauty, diversity, and interconnectedness of all people. Participants brought a flower and placed it in a shared vase, symbolizing each person’s unique contribution to the community. In return, everyone took home a different flower, representing the gifts we … Continue reading Flower Communion – A Service of Celebration for Religious Liberals

A Music Sunday: Why do some people naturally lean optimistic, while others expect the worst? Is it hardwired or do life experiences shape our outlook? If you’ve had a lot of encouragement or good outcomes, is it easier to see the bright side? Have repeated setbacks made you feel safer in your caution or pessimism? … Continue reading Optimism vs. Pessimism: Finding the Brighter Side

In this Music Sunday service, we reflected on what it means to say “We Are One” while we have differences of opinion. Following our recent congregational vote about finances and ministry, we explored what it means to stay in relationship when we don’t see eye to eye. In a time when disagreement can feel divisive … Continue reading We Are One…Even When We Disagree

As we gather in this season of long nights and twinkling lights, we remember that music is one of humanity’s oldest ways of telling the truth: that even in darkness, joy is possible. Christmas music, in its many forms across the globe, is more than seasonal decoration – it is an expression of hope, community, … Continue reading Songs of Light – Christmas Around the World

This Sunday’s service explores the meaning of “good trouble” — the moral courage to challenge injustice when following the rules and doing what is right are no longer the same thing. Drawing on the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement and the words of John Lewis, we will reflect on what it means to live … Continue reading Good Trouble: Resistance as a Spiritual Practice

When we gather as a community – whether we light the chalice, share our joys and sorrows, or lift our voices in song – we are reminded that each of us has a voice that matters. Not just in the literal sense of vocal cords vibrating to produce sound, but in the deeper sense: our … Continue reading Finding Your Voice

The Sabbatical Task Force was formed to ensure that during Rev. Sean’s sabbatical, every Sunday not covered by the Worship Team still provides our congregation with services that inform, enrich and expand our experiences as UUs. This service not only introduced our Sabbatical Task Force members, but also discussed how the thread of compassion has … Continue reading Compassion in Challenging Times

In this service, our Director of Music, Julie Crooks, explains the history of holiday music, specifically a look into the songs and symbols we often associate with Christmas. You’ll hear anecdotes about obscure songs and interesting facts about favorites. And of course, there will be lots of music – sung by the congregation and/or performed … Continue reading The Songs, Symbols and Traditions of Christmas