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The Infamous Thomas Starr King

Virtual Worship Service Rev. Zackrie Vinczen, MinisterBryan Baker, Worship Associate Thomas Starr King was a man for whom schools were named and statues were erected, but who was this man and why is his legacy important to us today? Join us as we consider the life of this extraordinary individual and the lessons we can … Continue reading The Infamous Thomas Starr King

“Music and Being”

Virtual Worship Service Susan T. Mashiyama, PhD, Guest SpeakerJenny Weaver, Worship Associate Music can move us to tears, help us to learn, call us to battle, and inspire us to dance with joy. As we move forward into the New Year, join former biology researcher and current UU music leader and harp player Susan T. … Continue reading “Music and Being”

Hopelessly Hopeful

Virtual Worship Service Rev. Zackrie Vinczen, MinisterGrace Bonow, Worship Associate The Christmas story, is a story about the birth of hope in hopeless times. Join us (on Zoom) as we kindle the light of hope together. All participants are encouraged to have a candle with them to light as part of this service.  Zoom Link: Christmas … Continue reading Hopelessly Hopeful

Winter Solstice, Virtual Pageant

Virtual Worship Service Rev. Zackrie Vinczen, MinisterKathryn Jay, Faith Formation LeaderPenny Brewer, Worship Associate In this service Rev. Zackrie Vinczen Kathryn Jay, Penny Brewer and members of Cedars will bring the Christmas narrative into the 21st century with our 2020 virtual pageant. The YouTube link to the service is: Sunday Worship Service. Coffee Hour will follow the service.

New Member Recognition

Virtual Worship Service Rev. Zackrie Vinczen, MinisterMike Cox, Worship Associate Join us as we reflect on what it means to be a member of Cedars as well as recognize our newest members.  The YouTube link to the service is: Sunday Worship Service. Coffee Hour will follow the service.

Joy to the World

Virtual Worship Service Rev. Deanna Vandiver, Affiliate Community MinisterPenny Brewer, Worship Associate “Joy doesn’t wait for struggle to be over.” – Dr. Marcia McFee Every bit of you is invited to a Cedars worship service grounded in joy and liberation during this season of holy days with the Rev. Deanna Vandiver, Affiliate Community Minister with … Continue reading Joy to the World

Sympathetic Vibrations

Virtual Worship Service Rev. Zackrie Vinczen, MinisterBryan Baker, Worship Associate If you place two tuning forks near each other and strike one, the other also vibrates. This sympathetic vibration demonstrates a connection that exists between two objects despite the space between them. In this sermon we will explore this connection and consider the ways we resonate … Continue reading Sympathetic Vibrations

Extraordinary Generous Seeking: Margaret Fuller, Transcendentalist

Virtual Worship Service Rev. Barry AndrewsJohanna Munson, Worship Associate Religious radical, avant-garde cultural critic, feminist, progressive social theorist, investigative journalist, war correspondent, public intellectual — by any measure, Margaret Fuller was a truly remarkable person. The YouTube link to the service is: Sunday Worship Service. Coffee Hour will follow the service.

A Search for Authenticity

Virtual Worship Service Rev. Zackrie Vinczen, MinisterJenny Weaver, Worship Associate The maxim “know thyself” is said to have been inscribed at the entrance of the temple of Apollo. This phrase beckoned to all who came to worship and called them into a deep examination of the self. Join us as we consider the value of … Continue reading A Search for Authenticity

Now What?

Virtual Worship Service Rev. Zackrie Vinczen, MinisterWorship Associate Group Join us as we consider what our recent election cycle has taught us and reflect on the work we have to do now that election day is behind us. The YouTube link to the service is: Sunday Worship Service. Coffee Hour will follow the service.