We have all heard people say “love it or leave it” in reference to our country especially if you bring up anything that might need changing. But is that really a good policy? To just quit if things aren’t going your way. I don’t think it is good for your personal relationships, your church community or your country. I have a long history of quitting but I am now a strong advocate for staying.… more
This week we will be hosting Robbie Dent – Lutheran Services, he will present a foster parenting story and be available for questions. Mr. Dent is interested in speaking to LGBTQ folks about fostering children. So if you are a part of that community please come and listen to what he has to say.… more
It has been cold this winter. Many parts of the country have experienced record cold, ice and snow. As we watch the effects of global warming through these record-breaking weather phenomenon, what are some of the emotions it brings? This Sunday I will seek transcendent meaning in the change of temperature and of season.… more
We welcome back three amazing young adults who grew up in our children’s religious exploration program to share their experience and reflect on ways our congregation has touched their lives.… more
I’ve just turned 70 and the realization of impermanence and mortality is becoming a real thing. A deep dive into Buddhism’s “Three Unsurpassed Truths”: 1) You will certainly die; 2) You don’t know when or how; 3) What are you going to do about it?… more
Our guest in the pulpit, Jayden Broughton, Vice-President Aiken NAACP Youth Council, is a sophomore at South Aiken High, a CPO in ROTC, a versatile baseball player, and outreach Coordinator for CSRA Success Team. Jayden plans to major in journalism and mass communication.… more
We UU’s are diverse: we are humanists, Buddhists, Jews, Christians, pagans, atheists, and more. Yet, something holds us together. What happens when we look below the surface? I will make a few suggestions and offer several ways to think about the deepest of questions: “Who are we and where are we going?”… more
Whatever the coming year brings, a scientifically grounded gratitude practice can reduce stress, strengthen will, expand happiness, and even lower bodily inflammation….(hint—this is NOT about keeping a personal gratitude journal)…. So, let’s practice together!… more
Has it been 2 or 3 yrs since we’ve done a Christmas Eve service? I hope everyone can join us for this very poignant service, a special and solemn event for yr holiday season. This service will include the Christmas story according to the bible and a UU reflection on its meaning. There will be Christmas hymns with Silent Night by candlelight. Cookies & Warm Cider served after the service.… more
The Worship Committee is planning a wonderful service.… more
