The morning program If the print is too small, download the program here Intergenerational Justice Rev. Dr. Mark Y.A. Davies, leading In this discourse I will reflect with gratitude on what previous generations have done to contribute to our lives and discuss what justice requires of our generation for the future. What can we do … Continue reading Intergenerational Justice
Revisiting Patrick Henry’s Second Choice Rev. Doug Strong, leading Fifty odd years ago, Elisabeth Kübler-Ross gave us five stages of grief her seminal book On Death and Dying and I wrote a sermon I cleverly called “Speaking of Patrick Henry’s Second Choice.” Her book was immensely popular and preaching about death and dying was cutting … Continue reading Revisiting Patrick Henry’s Second Choice
I was asked this question in a workshop and knew I had much to say. I’ll share some of my answer. Here’s the morning program: (if it is too hard to read, download the morning program here) Why Does the World Need Unitarian Universalism? Daniel Polk is originally from Iowa, but has lived Texas … Continue reading Why Does the World Need Unitarian Universalism?
The Rev Dr Mark Y A Davies, leading An exploration of the ongoing relationship of memory, influence, and love that those of us who are living have with those who have died. The Morning Program: Mark Davies is the Wimberly Professor of Social and Ecological Ethics, Director of the World House Institute for Social … Continue reading “The Walking Dead: Ways in Which the Dead Are Among the Living”
Hide and Seek Ashley Newlin, leading What does a children game teach us about living a life of joy and our relationship with the divine? And don’t worry, you don’t need to get out of your chair for this one. Ashley Newlin is entering her third year as a mDiv student at Brite Divinity School … Continue reading “Hide and Seek” Ashley Newlin, UU Seminary Student, leading
The 2021 Credo Sunday This year’s presenters are Cass Brigham, Carolyn Cameron, Jan Fletcher, Megan Hutchison, Carol Powell, and Don Rogers The Worship Team invited six among us to give their Credo statements this Sunday. Credo Sundays have happened annually for several years and are always one of the most appreciated morning assemblies we have. … Continue reading The 2021 Credo Sunday
“Emotional Intelligence: Principles for Improving Relationships, Families, and Faith” The morning program appears here on Saturday afternoon/evening ABOUT THIS MORNING ASSEMBLY: Research from the past 30 years has shown that Emotional Intelligence may be more important than Rational Intelligence in fostering a healthy lives, stable relationships, and a the flourishing of the human spirit. This … Continue reading “Emotional Intelligence: Principles for Improving Relationships, Families, and Faith”
Moral Decision-Making – Is It on Our Genes? DOWNLOAD: THE MORNING PROGRAM Cognitive scientist Steven Pinker asked if there is an evolutionary basis for morality. If there is, what does that mean for how we understand differences in moral codes and how we make our own moral choices? Elena Westbrook was formerly the worship chair … Continue reading Moral Decision-Making – Is it in Our Genes?
THE MORNING PROGRAM Look for the Helpers The Rev Dr Mark Y.A. Davies, leading The morning program (appears here on Saturday) As we experience these daunting times, what wisdom might we gain from Mr. Roger’s mother’s advice that we should “look for the helpers.” How can we be the helpers in these scary times and … Continue reading Look for the Helpers
The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly. Immigration so far in the Biden Administration. Bill Holston, speaking The morning program (appears here on Saturday) It’s a mixed bag so far and even some of the progress has been limited by Federal Court Appointments.” writes Bill Holston. On Sunday he brings the latest information about the … Continue reading The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly. Immigration so far in the Biden Administration.
