The Changing Landscape of Unitarian Universalism
Our denomination is changing – some love it and some don’t. What can we learn about our past that will help us navigate our future?
Resilience and Remembrance
Honoring Resilience. On this day when we honor Transgender Day of Resilience and Remembrance, what has history and religion taught us about resilience – the good and the bad?
Lucky to be Here in the First Place!
Thanksgiving is one of the greatest holidays because it honors not military prowess but spiritual freedom. Gratitude is a foundational virtue.
Growth
How do we grow our soul? Or our character, if you prefer. Personal growth is a billion dollar industry and yet it seems like we aren’t getting more enlightened. What’s up with that? Come explore these ideas with Rev. Sian.
Boo!
As we approach Halloween, or All Hallows Eve, why do we dress up as monsters and scary things? What has paganism have to do with Halloween? Join us as we explore this spooky holiday!
Music Sunday: The Courage To Live Authentically
This service is our annual mostly-music service. This time around, it will lean toward a meditative type of musical experience. We will all participate in easy chants that will help us focus on our own journey toward authenticity. Orange Coast Choir will sing, and there will be some instrumental numbers as well. For those who are emotionally and spiritually moved by music, this service will be transformational.
Happy Holidays or Merry Christmas?
Is there such a thing as the separation of church and state? And if so, how do we, as a church that believes in democracy, walk that line?
Hope is an Act of Courage
As we reflect on Indigenous People’s day, where can we draw hope that there is positive change in our world?
The Courage to Change
It’s not easy admitting when we’ve done something wrong or hurt someone, either as a nation or as an individual. Racism is one of the biggest hurts we all have to face. How do we find the courage to face what needs to be changed as a nation and in ourselves? Note: There are opportunities to discuss in small groups later in the week.
Spiritual Report Cards
How many of us live our lives as if there will be a report card at the end of the term? What would constitute an “A” in your book, spiritually speaking? And does it matter? Oncology chaplain and popular guest speaker, Michael Eselun explores these questions.
We Belong to This World
Does the earth belong to us or we to it? What is our responsibility to this beautiful earth?
Water Ceremony
It’s our annual ingathering and water ceremony. Come celebrate this quintessential Unitarian Universalist annual ritual. Bring water that is meaningful to you, and your water bottle for a blessing, but, as always, there is water for everyone.