Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles reports on how the unseen world of plant intelligence offers a new understanding of life on earth. Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles (she/her) describes herself as a recovering psychologist and recovering attorney, who graduated from Starr King in 2011 and was ordained to UU ministry in 2013. Along with providing pastoral care … Continue reading The New Science of Plant Intelligence
Why is peace music often not peaceful? Like Jesus’s “Woe To You,” the title of one of Tom’s songs, it doesn’t have to be nice. It could be calling out what’s wrong needing to be made right, but it should be grounded in truth, in oneness and, of course, in peace. Originally coined by Joanna … Continue reading Music as Spiritual Activism
The talk will be a very abbreviated version of ballot measures related to crime and rent control. This election, rent control seems to be a common theme across cities. Resources will be included for more information. Regina Beatus (she/her)I came to California in the early 70’s from Wisconsin. Having worked at UC Berkeley and raised … Continue reading Ballot Measures
A service commemorating the Jewish High Holy Days – At this time each year, we, again, delve into the complex and profound spiritual journey of forgiveness, and the ‘turning’ which allows for both the giving and receiving of its healing powers. Through reflection, music, stories, and ritual we will foster compassion, encourage personal growth, and … Continue reading Understanding Forgiveness
The Unitarian Church of Transylvania has over 60,000 members and is the birthplace of Unitarianism with many churches over 400 years old! Theologian Francis David convinced the Hungarian Royal Court to enact the Edict of Torda in 1568 which established Unitarianism and allowed congregants to freely elect their preachers and represented the first expression of … Continue reading We Need Not Think Alike to Love Alike –The Story of the Unitarian Church of Transylvania
Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles describes the new look at how birds conduct their lives—their remarkable strategies and intelligence as they communicate, forage, court, breed, and collaborate, and also deceive, manipulate, and cheat. Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles (she/her) describes herself as a recovering psychologist and recovering attorney, who graduated from Starr King in 2011 and was … Continue reading The Extraordinary Behavior of Birds
This sermon will explore a creative problem solving method that the congregation can use interactively in to solve important issues we face like climate change and creating a better and more just society. Brett Torres is a local musician that has been attending BFUU for over a decade. He graduated from UC Berkeley and has … Continue reading Creative Problem Solving for Important Problems
It was at a gathering of white women in 1980 when this ritual first came to pass; making new meaning, shifting the old ethos. Today, may our gathering of the waters reflect our collective courage in service of the grace and love that is promised by our liberal faith. NOTE: This is not a ‘travelogue’ … Continue reading Gathering of the Waters Ceremony
In the theme of “Invitation”, which most UU congregations will explore this month, the sermon asks the question: “What do we rely upon to help us face the future boldly, and to accept Life’s invitation with joy, love, grace, hope and courage?” The Rev. Ben Meyers (he/him) loves living near Lake Merritt in Oakland, CA. His … Continue reading “Life Calls Us Up, Out and On…”
Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles reports on the remarkable life of Fungi, that live inside and around us, and sustain us and all that we depend upon. Rev. Dr. Caroline Knowles (she/her)Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles describes herself as a recovering psychologist and recovering attorney, who graduated from Starr King in 2011 and was ordained to UU … Continue reading What It’s Like to be a Fungus
