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Make Nostaliga Great Again

Rev. Susan explores the complicated topic of nostalgia.  As a spiritual longing for the past, it can foster valuable feelings of connection and continuity.  And yet many group based nostalgias, especially national ones, lead to prejudices and even violence.  Join us at 10:30 AM at our newly renovated and expanded church home at 1574 Franklin … Continue reading Make Nostaliga Great Again

Rites of Spring

The Holiday of Passover equates the season of Spring to the liberation of the people from enslavement and oppression. Enlivened by the spirit of regeneration, what might we free ourselves of, this season? Join us at 10:30 AM at our newly renovated and expanded church home at 1574 Franklin Street, Lewis Center, Ohio, or, attend … Continue reading Rites of Spring

Brown Grace

On the occasion of Earth Day, Rev. Susan looks at what specifically Unitarian Universalist spiritual resources we have to breathe life into what can too often feel like the overwhelming task of addressing climate change.  Join us at 10:30 AM at our newly renovated and expanded church home at 1574 Franklin Street, Lewis Center, Ohio, … Continue reading Brown Grace

Now You See Me, Now You Don’t

Description: Modern American society is selectively inattentive to people with disabilities. Many individuals with disabilities experience being invisible to the world when they need support, and visible only when they’re objectified as “inspirations.” Seminarian Noa Tobin discusses her experience as a disabled person in society and ministry, widely held misconceptions about disabilities, and steps we … Continue reading Now You See Me, Now You Don’t

The Pluralism Within

An increasing number of Americans hold multiple religious identities, and/or have multiple religious inheritances.  Rev. Susan explores the vast potential as well as possible pitfalls of glorious mixities. 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 … Continue reading The Pluralism Within

Hope Arising: A Celebration of Easter

We celebrate Easter with an intergenerational flower celebration and a reflection on the nature of hope.  If possible, bring a cut flower to service for each member of your party.  EASTER EGG hunt immediately after worship. Join us at 10:30 AM at our newly renovated and expanded church home at 1574 Franklin Street, Lewis Center, … Continue reading Hope Arising: A Celebration of Easter

First We Make the Beast Beautiful: A Journey Through Anxiety

Commissioned Lay Minister Teri Cornell preaches today about her journey with and through anxiety, a very topical message for these anxious times. 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

Confessions of a Part Time Skeptic

Rev. Susan wrestles with the role of skepticism in her own life, and in faith in general.  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

Disorganized Religion

Many religious liberals connect organized religion with creedalism and hierarchical oppression.  In today’s message, Rev. Susan will talk about the Unitarian Universalist commitment to understand power and authority in ways that preserve collective and individual freedoms.  Not coincidentally, our annual meeting will be held immediately after the worship!  Join us at 10:30 AM at our … Continue reading Disorganized Religion

What’s Up with Free Will?

Free will is a very interesting subject.  Do we have it, or not.  Our society and entire system of justice is based on the idea that we are responsible for our actions because we have the power to consciously control what we do and how we act.  But what if we don’t have that power … Continue reading What’s Up with Free Will?