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Doing Inclusivity

Doing Inclusivity with Dr. Melencia Johnson, Associate Professor of Sociology at USCA.… more

Bad Religion, Good Religion and a New Name for Everything

Why do intensely religious people so often go wrong? What kind of religion makes small souls; what kind of religion makes for great souls? What is “panpsychism” and why are quantum physicists suddenly so interested in what may actually underlie the interdependence of all things and possibly the key to the elusive nature of consciousness?… more

Liberal Christianity in These Times

We welcome back Rev. Martha Ebel (a retired Presbyterian minister, hospital chaplain and school social worker) she has brought us many beautiful sermons including hospice, labyrinths, aging, and interfaith connections.… more

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

Meet Me in the Cemetery

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

Father’s Day

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

AUUC Worship Committee: Anchoring Our Hearts in Whole Brain Living

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

Science Fiction and the Future

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