A “question box sermon” query that Rev. Susan received about trans women participating in women’s sports prompts a theological reflection on gender diversity, and what it means for all of us to live out our authentic truths. And there’s more! After a slightly abbreviated worship, we will hear a short presentation from Jen Miller, the … Continue reading God Says Yes to Me
The concept of the ‘Eternal Return’ is a thought experiment, most famously utilized by Friedrich Nietzsche, where you imagine that everything in the entire universe will repeat and unfold in the same manner over and over again. What can this thought experiment show us about ourselves, our world and the ways we think about both? … Continue reading What Will You Do with Your Eternal Return?
Unitarian Universalism has generally been optimistic about our social future, noting that the arch of the moral universe may be long, but that it bends towards justice. In this service, Rev. Susan wrestles with how we can be resilient people of progressive faith in times when progress is not always evident. Join us at … Continue reading Onwards and Upwards!
The late, great fantasy author and satirist Sir Terry Pratchett was well acquainted with anger. Through a brief exploration of the world he created in his Discworld series of novels, Summer Student Minister Noa Tobin discusses what he did with that anger, and what we as Unitarian Universalists can learn from his writings. Join us … Continue reading Fuel for the Engine
From the mistaken idea that humans have a remanent “lizard” brain to the rhetoric of the “culture wars,” our contemporary political and social discourse is increasingly supportive of emotional reactivity, encouraging us to react immediately and disproportionately to predictable triggers that seem to carry with them the weight of existential threat. In today’s worship, Rev. … Continue reading You Are Not a Lizard!
Rev. Richard Reese, preaching. As we all know, art is multi-faceted: painting, sketch, photography, sculpture, poetry, dance, fiber arts, calligraphy, metalwork and music, among many other forms. Richard encourages everyone attending the service to bring a piece of art, small or large. The art item can be something personally created or purchased. Richard Reese served … Continue reading Worship without Words
Commissioned Lay Minister Teri Cornell leads a worship during which three NUUC folks share something of the spiritual journey that brought them to where they are today. Join us at 10:30 AM at our newly renovated and expanded church home at 1574 Franklin Street, Lewis Center, Ohio, or, attend online using this link: Join Zoom … Continue reading Where I am from….
Everyone is talking about Generation Z and how they are affecting and will affect the world. Summer Student Minister Noa, a member of Gen Z herself, discusses her generation and some of its varied perspectives on other generations, spirituality, and social justice. Join us at 10:30 AM at our newly renovated and expanded church home … Continue reading Words in the Web
Unitarian Universalism is creedless, but not purposeless. Rev. Susan recounts various efforts over the years to describe our faith’s central purpose, including the one presented at this year’s General Assembly of the Unitarian Universalist Association. Join us for a picnic immediately after worship at Highbanks metro parks. Our picnic scouts will be holding a shelter … Continue reading Creedless
Student Minister Noa Tobins considers what we can make of the happenings of Pride when surrounded by destruction, grief, and opposition. Join us at 10:30 AM at our newly renovated and expanded church home at 1574 Franklin Street, Lewis Center, Ohio, or, attend online using this link: Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82694590385?pwd=TlRCUitCa0VSdnNyY2tvemM5N29KUT09 Meeting ID: 826 9459 … Continue reading And Yet…
