Rev. Debra Guthrie-Joyce

What Is In A Name?

This morning, we will explore how we name things, pets and people. Does your name have special meaning for you, how about your parents? Can you think of some things that should be named differently. We will have a contest for the best example of something that should have a different name… like Jet Ski should be Boatercycle.… more

Reactionary Me

I know you have heard of Despicable Me—this is very similar. This Sunday will include a Time for All Ages — It will all be very triggering. Lol … more

The Gnostic Gospels and the Nag Hammandi

You may have heard of the Gnostic Gospels but did you know there was another cash of Manuscripts found at another location and they are available to read online. Let’s take a look this morning.… more

Generational Trauma

Some people deny it is a thing but there certainly seems to be trends which stick in families and systems. Is the sin of slavery still haunting us as a nation in all races? What about the preparedness exercises we took part in as children at school? Do some generations still look to the sky for the nuclear warhead coming this way? Maybe there are Generational blessings that we can celebrate as well? … more

Mutual Aid

On Feb 16th, I mentioned how we might start thinking of ourselves as a community of communities. This Sunday, I would like to go a little deeper on that idea and think about how our communities might better support each other.… more

Living with Article II

How has the passing of Article II changed us? If you remember, the proposal was quite controversial when we talked about it last spring with many people opposing the changes. How does it feel now? The service will be followed by a State of Our Ministry Meeting.… more

Vision and Manifestation

Logically the idea that we can think and speak things into existence might take us directly to the idea of the prosperity Gospels. Where is the line that separates the two and how can these ideas help us serve our world and build the Beloved Community?… more

Resistance is Futile—or is it?

Like the Starfleet commanders, we are facing our own breed of the Borg as the new administration takes office. It is not the artificial augmentation of humans with mechanical parts we fear but the United States version of austerity, which we have seen throw Europe into chaos.… more

Lessons and Carols…

featuring David Brown and the Principle Singers will bring you an updated version of our traditional Christmas Eve service. The service includes the story of Christmas as told in the Bible in conversation with Rev. Debra’s theological interpretation and a number of hymns. This year the choir is also preparing a new anthem. Cookies and hot apple cider will be served after the service.… more

Holiday Sing-along

Rev. Debra and the Musicians featuring David Brown bring you another of our favorite traditions, the Holiday Sing-along. Please let me know your favorite holiday song so we can include it in the program. Minister@aikenuu.org. This Sunday includes a time for all ages.… more