Lent begins on March 6. For Christians, Lent is a time of preparation, self-denial, almsgiving and repentance. It is a time when we look in the mirror and assess ourselves. Are we comfortable with what we see? Are we comfortable with the shadow side of our nature? Can we be at peace with ourselves?
According to ancient folklore, the boundary between our world and the otherworld is particularly thin during All Hallows Eve and All Hallows Day. How can we be more connected to that which is beyond ourselves? Members of the congregation are encouraged to bring … read more.
Why should we pray? How can we pray? What is the point of prayer? Are prayers ever answered? Are we supposed to get a response? Prayer is a confusing, confounding topic for many Unitarian Universalists. Might we be able to approach prayer from a new … read more.
In many passages the Bible suggests that there are several “gods” – not just one. Also, many people today do things in the name of “God.” Which “God” might they be talking about? Are we sure we’re all talking about the same one?
Many might describe “Faith” as believing in something untrue or something that can’t be proven. How do we come to know the “truth?” What constitutes proof? With this, can religious faith actually be deemed rational? (This sermon was generously purchased by Bob Mihalik at our … read more.
What do a Catholic nun, a Bible-thumping Christian pastor, and a Latino UU minister have in common? How have a fleeing band of wandering Jews eating flat bread inspired African Americans, Latin Americans, Koreans, Indians, and so many others?
Philosophy in the West tells us that our goals, that which we don’t yet possess, are achieved through striving and effort. Many Eastern philosophies seem to work in reverse – that much of what we seek is inherent. What can this mean for us?
Report from your delegates to UUA General Assembly 2016.
“When in Rome, do as you done in Milledgeville.” Author and Georgia native Flannery O’Connor was a devout Catholic who deplored being dismissed by critics as a female Christian writer from the South. A yearning to be “intelligently holy” permeates her writing and her life at … read more.
Remember when the teacher asked you to write down every step in solving that math problem? A similar method is useful and when reflecting on our various spiritual paths and where they might be taking us next.
