Medical studies show practicing compassion improves immunity and blood flow in our physical hearts, while resentment and depression reverse these positive affects, crimping blood flow and making us more vulnerable to infection. We invite you to consider a compassion practice as one of your resolutions for 2018. (Suggestions provided!)
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They say that curiosity killed the cat. That is a crazy saying meant to discourage curiosity. I submit that maintaining a curious spirit and resisting the need for certainty is essential to a happy disposition and days filled with life-long learning and wonder.… more
Growing out of his work with the Truth and Reconciliation commission in South Africa, Bishop Desmond Tutu is revered as one of the world’s leading experts on forgiveness. This morning, Debra Guthrie reflects by on Bishop Tutu’s book on forgiveness written with his daughter, Bishop Mpho Tutu.… more
Come share in this beautiful service written by Rev. Sally White.This special encore presentation is a joint effort of Debra Guthrie, the Worship Team, the Aiken UU Choir and David Brown.… more
Debra Guthrie takes us back to the source of the five smooth stones of liberal religion to the work of James Luther Adams.… more
This morning we will explore Donna Rice’s ground-breaking work around human dignity. Mr. and Mrs. Santa will be visiting the children today. It is the day of our annual Christmas party. In addition, Rabbi Klensin will be visiting to share about Judaism in continuation with the World Religions course.… more
Beyond Zero: Jesus for Heretics by AUUC Member Chris Garcia… more
Now more than ever, our individual choices can create ripples of change. Let’s explore some ways we can make a difference.
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. (Margaret Mead)… more
Guest Speaker – Ms. Chanosha Lawton, Aiken Housing Authority. Every person needs a place to thrive, not just survive… Hundreds of our Aiken brothers and sisters lack a decent place to live that supports human dignity and development, provides stability and connects individuals and families to our larger community. What does our AUUC community need to know and how can we make a difference?… more
How does our faith call us to advocate for the special population of people who are gender non-conforming or transgender?
On this Sunday before Transgender Remembrance Day we gather in sacred community to shed light on the struggles of this targeted community.… more
