Sermons by Rev. James Ford
Spirituality after Religion
Rev. James Ishmael Ford explores themes introduced in his new book, “Zen at the End of Religion: An Introduction for the Curious, the Skeptical, and the Spiritual but Not Religious.” He thinks there are powerful themes to be unraveled and considered in that term “spiritual but not religious.” And he shares some that he thinks are useful. You can now listen to our weekly sermons anytime, anywhere on your favorite podcast platform – Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Just…
The Social Implications of Universalism
In 1915 the Reverend Clarence Skinner wrote The Social Implications of Universalism, which has been praised and reviled over the years. Rev. James Ford believes taking it whole with flaws and brilliance and insight in about equal measures, it suggests what Unitarian Universalism might be at the beginning of the twenty-first century.
To Catch a Thief
Many years ago, when he first found himself on a spiritual journey, Rev. James Ford heard a story from the Hindu tradition. It has lived with him ever since. Today, he’ll share his version of that story.
The Origins of Religion
The March 31, 2019, Sunday Service was on The Origins of Religion, by Rev. James Ford, at Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church in Costa Mesa, CA.