Memories of Summer
I will reminisce about the summers of my youth. I remember how those long lazy days of summer used to heal me and restore my spirit. Do they still do that? Do I even know how to relax anymore?… more
I will reminisce about the summers of my youth. I remember how those long lazy days of summer used to heal me and restore my spirit. Do they still do that? Do I even know how to relax anymore?… more
I used to be fascinated by the cemetery. When I was a kid, we often went to various burial grounds. Cemeteries don’t seem to hold the same appeal as they once did. I have never driven by a cemetery on the weekend and seen a whole family of people just visiting. What, if any, preparations have you made for the disposal of your body?… more
Dads don’t seem to get the same sort of recognition as Mom’s. In this homily I will explore the difference. I encourage everyone to think of your own Father or those who filled that role—living or passed. If you would like to bring a photo or a memento of your father and stories to share, I would love to hear your memories.… more
At age 37, when neuroanatomist Jill Bolte Taylor suffered a massive hemorrhagic stroke that silenced her left brain, she found bliss and abiding peace in her right brain. Her 8 year “Hero’s journey” back to whole brain functioning taught her to “team huddle” the 4 major brain functions to consciously choose a better more spiritual life. Dr. Taylor’s 2021 book teaches us how.… more
This message will be about how this time in history has been portrayed in the science fiction of the past. How far have we come in making those things a reality? What will the future be like?… more
Guest Speaker: Rev. Sally White – “What they carry with them.”… more
The last Sunday dedicated to If Yes is the Answer, What is the Question? I will be drawing from the last chapter of the book called Parabolic Vision, Does Faith Make Sense?… more
On this day of our annual meeting, Rev. Debra Joyce-Guthrie’s subject will be religious community: Is Religious Community, a Religious Necessity?… more
All of Rev. Guthrie-Joyce’s May services will be rooted in the book written by George Kimmel Beach, If Yes is the Answer, What is the Question? Eight Existential Issues of Faith.… more
Today we honor beauty, human uniqueness, diversity and community.
Please bring flower beings from your yard or the roadside to share.… more