Unitarian Universalism has deep protestant roots yet is seems that the topic of Jesus and Christianity is painful for so many in our faith. On Easter Sunday we examine the Christian message of redemption and how we can use it to redeem the difficult parts of our spiritual past.Missed the service: Watch it here: https://youtu.be/sHNQeZmZ0vI
What did we learn about being together over the last two years as we gathered virtually? While we often complain about the impersonal nature of on-line life, we saw glimpses into peoples lives that we might not normally. The books on their shelves in the background, the art on their walls and of course the … Continue reading Intentionally Together
Ramada has started and we are in the midst of Lent. It seems every religious tradition has a time of fasting and austerity that is supposed to offer some spiritual insight. What is it that we have to gain by these practices and how does that apply to our Unitarian Universalist faith. Missed the service? … Continue reading Unbecoming
March 31 st is the Transgender Day of Visibility. While our faith and this community affirms the worth and dignity of our transgender siblings, there is an air of mystery about transgender identity for those who identify as cis-gender (what does “cis” even mean?) Rev. Walter talks about how we can honor those who do … Continue reading Removing the Binary
Ours is a theology of personal responsibility, of hope and love. It is a theology that calls for us to work to do our best and see the inherent worth and dignity in others. How does this theology apply in the face of evil? What do we do with a despot? This Sunday, in light … Continue reading Facing Evil
On the very special Sunday we re-dedicate our newly expanded building to the mission of this congregation and celebrate community together. Join us at either 9am or 11am for this unique service featuring the folk orchestra, soloists, a reading from Rev. Jennie and a joint sermon from Rev. Walter and Rev. Elaine. On March 1st, … Continue reading The Cup and the Flame
Our building dedication is around the corner and we are so excited to welcome our UUFWC community back into our brick and mortar home. As we gather together again, we will also be welcoming others who will be experiencing UUFWC for the first time. How do we share our excitement of new possibility with them? … Continue reading Welcome Stranger
When pledge season comes around (be it UUFWC or NPR) we often equate the need for funding to a price of a cup of coffee. Rev. Walter retells a story from his youth when he learned what the true value of community was and how it measures up to a cup of coffee. Missed the … Continue reading The Price of a Cup of Coffee
As we come closer and closer to the day when we can be in our new building, we are excited by the possibilities of what we will be able to achieve in this renewed space. However, since it has been so long since we have been in physical space together, we will also need to … Continue reading Redrawing the Circle
In many faith Christian faith traditions, the atonement of sins and acts of confession are done on a regular basis in order to “reset ones soul.” How do we find these practices mirrored in our faith community, if at all? Missed the service? View it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MSRX7JpElbg
