In any given year about of fifth of US adults are diagnosed with a mental disorder involving some degree of incapacity. In this service we will explore the concepts of mental “health” vs. mental “disorder”, reflect on the stigma in our culture surrounding mental health and consider our possible response as an inclusive community of … Continue reading In the Shadow of Our Wings
With our liberal values under constant attack, it’s temping to rush from emergency to emergency, tossing our attention, time and treasure at the latest travesty. Working to protect our neighbors and our rights as Americans is vital, AND overwhelming. Join us this morning for reflections on the importance of being as compassionate to ourselves as … Continue reading Put Your Own Oxygen Mask On First
In our wondrous world, there are mysteries around every corner. Living in a culture that values science and rationality, how does the unknowable fit into our lives? Join us today for reflections on the value of mystery with our guest speaker, Rev. Bonnie Dlott, who identifies as both a scientist and a mystic. Since retiring … Continue reading Mystery and Meaning
The gift of perspective can be an affirming source of comfort, but it can also cause us pain. What can we do if we realize that we might have been much better off if we had only known then what we know now? Join us today for reflections about perspective, grief, and the grace that … Continue reading When Nothing Can Be Done
What does it mean to experience an awakening as a Unitarian Universalist? What does it feel like? Does it happen suddenly, or gradually? Join Rev. Bonnie today in an exploration of our potential to experience transformative awakenings, as well as the ways we may actively avoid them in an effort to escape from painful truths. … Continue reading Awakening
“Blessing is the art of harvesting the wisdom of the invisible world.”These words were written by Irish teacher and poet John O’Donohue, whose blessings are loved by people all over the world. Today we will hear some of Rev. Bonnie’s favorite John O’Donohue’s blessings, explore his life-affirming philosophy, and consider how the act of blessing … Continue reading Blessing the World
For some of us, hope is in short supply. Current trends in politics and culture have made it hard to feel optimistic about our future as Americans, and it can be tempting to give in to helplessness and despair. Join us today for reflections about hope and strategies for resiliency and robust resistance. Rev. Dr. … Continue reading Finding Hope in Hopeless Times
As Unitarian Universalists, we aspire to “hold love at the center.” When daily stress overwhelms us, it is easy to lose sight of the power of love and the depth of our capacity to love one another. Join us today for a love story spanning over 50 years that has given her hope in these … Continue reading Love Everlasting
