True freedom includes not only the freedom from being harmed by others, but also the freedom for doing actual good within the community of all life

Reflections on wisdom from Finding Nemo on the importance of collaboration as we swim together to break the net of fascism and make our way to the open waters of freedom and beloved community.

The protection of academic freedom and the free pursuit of truth and knowledge are critical to fostering excellence in our colleges and universities, and the critical and creative thinking cultivated in higher education are key contributors to a vibrant participatory democracy. Download the Morning Program here later in the week or open it below without … Continue reading The University and Human Flourishing.

April 6 – “I Dissent” – The ability to express ourselves freely in ways that do no harm to others and to peacefully assemble in protest of injustices are critical to the well-being and flourishing of the human community. Download the Morning Program here later in the week. About Mark: Mark Davies is the Wimberly … Continue reading “I Dissent”

Solidarity The Rev. Dr. Mark Y.A. Davies, leading Download the morning program here later in the week. Reflections on how we can express solidarity with the most vulnerable persons and communities in the most pro-active and effective ways. About Mark: Mark Davies is the Wimberly Professor of Social and Ecological Ethics and Director of the … Continue reading Solidarity

Love at the Center The Rev. Dr. Mark Y.A. Davies, leading Download the Morning Program here or read it below without having to download it. Reflection on how love holds together and permeates all of the shared values of Unitarian Universalism and compassion.  We covenant to use our time, wisdom, attention, and money to build and … Continue reading Love at the Center

The Rev. Dr. Mark Y.A. Davies, leading Download the morning program here or read it below without downloading it. Equity – We declare that every person is inherently worthy and has the right to flourish with dignity, love, and compassion.  We covenant to use our time, wisdom, attention, and money to build and sustain fully accessible … Continue reading Reflections on our Shared Values: Equity

Our Shared Values, Generosity  the Rev. Dr. Mark Y.A. Davies, leading Generosity – We Cultivate a spirit of gratitude and hope. We covenant to freely and compassionately share our faith, presence, and resources. Our generosity connects us to one another in relationships of interdependence and mutuality. Download the Morning Program here or read it below without … Continue reading Our Shared Values: Generosity

Sunday January 12, 2025 11:15 am – The Morning Assembly Our Shared Values: Transformation The Rev Dr Mark Y. A. Davies, leading You may download the morning program here, or read it below without having to download it. We adapt to the changing world. We covenant to collectively transform and grow spiritually and ethically. Openness to … Continue reading Our Shared Values: Transformation

Sunday January 5, 2025 11:15 am – The Morning Assembly Our Shared Values: Justice The Rev Dr Mark Y. A. Davies,   leading We work to be diverse multicultural Beloved Communities where all thrive. We covenant to dismantle racism and all forms of systemic oppression. We support the use of  inclusive democratic processes to make decisions … Continue reading Our Shared Values: Justice