The Inherent Worth and Dignity of Every Person is the first of the UU principles. In this service we explored the Unitarian Universalist commitment to this principle through personal reflections from members of the congregation living with disabilities. Their stories of challenge, misunderstanding, and resilience invited us to deepen our understanding of how Ableism works … Continue reading Ableism: Claiming the Worth and Dignity of Persons with Disabilities
This Mother’s Day service began with an honest acknowledgment that the day is not simple for everyone, and that the stories we carry about mothers are often more complicated than we expect. What first seemed like a straightforward celebration of gratitude and “lessons learned from my mother” opened into deeper conversations about pain, distance, love, … Continue reading Mother’s Day: Growing Towards the Light
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
