There is an issue that pops up frequently in churches. It pops up when we finally realize we need to change something. Upon realizing this, people begin to think of relatively easy things that can be done to “fix it”. Make a rule or a policy, write a welcoming statement, change the bathrooms to unisex. What if all these things don’t work and we are still having the same issue. What then?… more
This day before Memorial Day, we will honor those who have served and sacrificed in the U.S. military. It will be a service rich in story and in ritual. I invite everyone to bring a picture or a me- mento of their family members who have served in the military. We will hold space to share stories of our family members as well.… more
On this High-Holy day of Unitarian Universalism, as in previous years, I present stories and examples in UU history that emphasize the beauty and the downfall of Congregational Polity. As Winston Churchill said of democracy “it is the worst way of governing a nation (a church) except for all the rest.”… more
Inspired by a story in Braiding Sweet Grass by Robin Wall Kimmer, I will explore the customs and tendencies of human beings around the idea of economies based on sharing versus profit. How might our ingrained Western capitalism have spoiled us to the beauty of bounty.… more
How did news media on left and right cause us to believe so many things that are not true? Including the idea of a stolen election? Why do they do this? And most important of all, what is the difference between moral posing and genuine moral courage?… more
Rev Deb in the pulpit with another addition of themes from the intergenerational movie.… more
As the effects of climate change are becoming more and more deadly and the fate of our environment is tenuous, is there any message that can keep us hopeful as we advocate for strong measures to reverse the devastation of the planet.… more
Back by popular demand, a springtime blessing of our beloved pets. The worship committee welcomes our resident minister to animals Claire Helene Blanchette to the pulpit as we celebrate our love of animals. Bring your pet for a blessing.… more
What can non-Christians glean from this most sacred of Christian holy days? Service will be followed by an Easter egg hunt for the children and brunch. Please bring a brunch appropriate dish or beverage to share.… more
Rev. Debra will offer a message grounded in the story of Jesus and Palm Sunday, touching on the Jewish observance of Passover. There will be cake at coffee hour to celebrate the church birthday 04/04 – 19 years.… more
