The alarming rise of fascism, authoritarianism, and nationalism in the United States and in many places around the world is putting the lives of people, and the sustainability of the planet, in critical danger. These far-right forces have co-opted the word “freedom” for their own purposes, but the concepts of liberation and freedom mean something … Continue reading Guest At Your Table
We often feel like our lives are being taken over by outside events and influences. The Sunday before Thanksgiving marks the onset of the likelyhood of added holiday season stress and alienation. With gratitude, appreciation and mindful reflection we can reoccupy ourselves and share in the fullness around us. The Zoom link and Order of … Continue reading Preoccupied
The accent is on “works”. The title is not a wish, but a statement. We’ll share an understanding of hope for right now, hope-in; hope that makes a real difference and brings true joy into every day whether in the face of climate change, illness, politics or the simple overwhelm of too much. Hope-in that … Continue reading Hope That Works
Rev. McKinley shares how our UU chalice works for him as profound symbol and spiritual compass. He uses it to ground and focus him amidst the confusions of the constructed world. It brings him back to our home in the cosmos and right place in life. Here is the link to the UU Summary Statement … Continue reading The Chalice of Our Being: a Spiritual Compass
