Rev. Beth Banks, Worship Leader; Sarah Larkin, Worship Associate. Awe is edgier than wonder or amazement; awe balances on the knife’s edge of surprise and fear. In Hebrew and Christian Scripture, awe happens when the normal world is shaken from its foundation. It’s when a pathway in the sea opens to people fleeing their enemies; … Continue reading The Awe-Filled Life
Rev. Beth Banks; Rev. Morgan McLean. Celebrate the season with a 30-minute multigenerational worship, followed by beautifying our worship spaces for the Christmas holiday. Our festivities include making decorations and trimming the tree. Those who love to sing are invited to carol at the homes of congregants unable to attend our worship services and programs. … Continue reading Deck the Hall!
Rev. Beth Banks, Worship Leader; Sarah Larkin, Worship Associate; Guest speaker/musician, René Jenkins René fills our sanctuary with the vibrations of ancient instruments.
Rev. Beth Banks & Rev. Morgan McLean, Worship Leaders; Emily Burstein, Worship Associate. UUCD thanksgiving festival, fashioned after Flower Communion: Bring something to create a bountiful cornucopia. Our altar has had bunches of fresh herbs, squash, melons, root vegetables, homemade bread, and so much more. We’ll celebrate abundance and community with the message that everyone’s … Continue reading The Table of Bounty & Generosity
Rev. Beth Banks, Worship Leader; Sarah Larkin, Worship Associate. Attention can help us transform failure into a new beginning or frustration into healing laughter. Be ready to engage for justice or love. There may be surprises for you.
Rev. Morgan McLean, Worship Leader; Meghan Kelly, Worship Associate. Many UUs draw inspiration from practices found in Buddhism. We’ll explore the teachings and practices of this major religion and how we might use pieces of this tradition in our daily lives.
Rev. Beth Banks & Patty Schade. Transition from day to evening and weekend to week. Invite friends to slow down and witness beauty. Small Group Ministry groups can use the service as a special evening together. Participate or let the music flow around you. Candlelight, repetitive singing, readings, and ritual. Who attends? Students, parents of … Continue reading Evensong
Rev. Beth Banks, Worship Leader; Cliff Ohmart, Worship Associate; Mariachi Puente, led by Hiram and Ximena Jackson. Please bring photos, mementos that recognize the unique character––including interests, little quirks, and gifts––to honor those we love who have died. Children and youth remain 30 minutes to experience the altar. Personal reflections will be in the place … Continue reading Day of Remembrance
We honor those in our congregation who have died in the past year and dedicate their memories in our Memorial Grove. All are welcome.
Rabbi Seth Castleman, Worship Leader; Steve Burns & Emily Burstein, Worship Associates. From your church, to your family, to the family of all humanity, we belong to many sacred communities. Rabbi Castleman speaks about the power of community on the spiritual journey. Rabbi Castleman is ordained both as a Jewish rabbi and as a Buddhist … Continue reading Belonging to the Sacred Community
