Giants of the Planet – What Elephants Teach Us
Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles tells us what we’ve learned about these extraordinary creatures, and what their wisdom imparts to us humans to become better animals ourselves.
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Won’t You Celebrate With Me?
The words of the poet Lucille Clifton capture the spirit of survival and resistance familiar to many Black people throughout the African diaspora. What does it look like to celebrate in solidarity? Rev. Riana Shaw Robinson (she/her) is a preacher, pastor, and prophet. Riana is passionate about speaking the truth in love, offering a constant … Continue reading Won’t You Celebrate With Me?
Faith/Spirituality and Health
What is the relationship between faith and health? How can this relationship benefit us? Affirming the connection between faith/spirituality and health is central to our well-being as humans who are also spiritual beings. Let us share one another’s practices and/or stories on how we leverage our health (physical, mental, emotional) to strengthen our faith/spirituality. Reverend … Continue reading Faith/Spirituality and Health
Reparations in the Beloved Community
Rev. Ben Meyers (he/him) Reparations is not simply material payback in the form of restitution for harm done. It actually points to a deeper, spiritual imperative. Join me in exploring this deeper imperative as we commemorate Black History Month and the UUA’s ‘Siding With Love’ activities. Rev. Ben Meyers (he/him) is a resident of Oakland, and … Continue reading Reparations in the Beloved Community
Truth and Consequences: Is What We See What We Know?
Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles reviews the ways in which our everyday language parts from the reality that surrounds us and lives within us.
Centered in the Storm
What helps you remain centered in times of turbulence? When do you seek out upheaval or perhaps initiate it? In today’s service, we’ll explore what can help us return to our center as we engage with all that life brings.
Sumud and Sulha – Explore Steadfastness and Conflict Transformation in the Palestinian Tradition
Sumud and Sulha are two components of Palestinian spiritual traditions which gives people strength to endure and transform their communities. Learn the history and text of these two important nonviolent approaches to Palestinian life that can enhance our own capacities for peacemaking. Note: We were unable to record video but the audio is available below.
The Liberating Love of Universalism
Universalism’s beginnings were a call to greater love amid times of repression and fear. Today, we are still called to liberate love within us and to let it out into the world. To do so will probably need to love in ways not called upon us before….How will respond to the call of Liberating Love … Continue reading The Liberating Love of Universalism
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Christmas Time, Christmas Stories and Joyful Carols
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