The new year starts with renewed energy and purpose, even in a pandemic. Drawing upon scripture, spiritual practice, and original music, Unitarian Universalist Rev. Erin Walter will reflect on how to foster joy and gratitude in the midst of our ongoing struggles. Rev. Erin J. Walter (she/her/hers) is a minister, activist, and musician based in … Continue reading “The World’s on Fire (and We Still Fall in Love)”
For Unitarian Universalists, Christmas Eve is a night of celebration and wonder. We remember that each night a child is born is a holy night and that we are connected to one another through ancient tradition and ritual. Join us for this special evening service of lessons and carols and the beloved ritual of lighting … Continue reading “Christmas Eve”
As we look toward the end of one of the most trying years of our lives, we can celebrate the things that do not change: that love is still stronger than hate, that hope will outlast despair, that we never travel the journey alone! We are connected as Unitarian Universalists within our congregations and across … Continue reading “Turning the World Around”
Across culture and religious tradition, at this time of the year people of faith honor those who have died and connect more deeply with their ancestors. In this year where we have experienced so much death and grief, we need now more than ever space and time to hold the memory of those beloveds lost. … Continue reading “Remembrance Sunday”
In the midst of a global pandemic, rising authoritarianism, and uprising, lives hang in the balance and the future of democracy is on the line. In response, Unitarian Universalists are answering the call of our faith, building powerful partnerships to mobilize our communities to #VoteLove and #DefeatHate in the 2020 elections. Join UUA President Susan … Continue reading “Vote Love Defeat Hate: Organizing for the Long Haul Worship Service”
This year in Children and Youth Religious Education our theme is “Side with Love,” exploring what it means to ground our Unitarian Universalist identity in love and to put love into action through justice. DRE Erin Reid will discuss what is so special and distinctive about UU faith development–a space of both belonging and growth. … Continue reading “Side with Love” Erin Reid, Director of Religious Education
This Sunday I will tell a story about the power of love. Most of the people I describe will remain anonymous for reasons that will be apparent. However, the story itself is true in all its details. This story will have several sub-themes, such as forgiveness, redemption, and renewal. This sermon will cause us to … Continue reading The Power of Love
