The common understanding of mistakes is we’d rather not make them or that we are wrong or bad when we make them. How we respond after making a mistake is the story of our lives. Let’s think about this together. Rev. Barbara Cornell has been a hospital chaplain for 15 years. She and her husband … Continue reading Beautiful Mistakes or Why waste a perfectly good mistake?
We often hear the expression, “It’s on my bucket list!” referring to the rush to see and do the things of our deepest desires before our life runs out. What if we created these pilgrimages and life experiences now rather than putting it off for our last years? Come and explore how to build your … Continue reading Embrace Life Now: Make a List, Forget the Bucket
Come and celebrate the Bridging of Grace, our graduating high school senior. Grace will describe how Unitarian Universalism shaped her journey from childhood to adult thinking and being. During the service, a few Cedars members will offer well wishes to Grace on behalf of our community. Following the service, you are warmly invited to greet … Continue reading Bridging Service for Grace Bonow
When you care deeply, whether for others, your community, or the world, it’s easy to overlook your own well-being. Come and explore how self-compassion is not a luxury, but a vital practice for those engaged in caregiving and justice work. Drawing on the insights of Kristin Neff, Tricia Hersey, and Israa Nasir, we’ll reflect on … Continue reading Tending the Soul: Building Self-Compassion When You Care Deeply
The architect, philosopher and futurist R. Buckminster Fuller wrote, “We arecalled to be architects of the future, not its victims.” In our changing worldthat call has become increasingly urgent: when we hear it, how can werespond in ways that help create the future we hope to see? The Reverend Carol McKinley, now retired, lives in … Continue reading We Are Called
We are entering what is for many of us a magical time of year. For others, though, these days come with sorrow and stress. How do we navigate the complexities of the holiday season? Rev. Kate Lore is a Unitarian Universalist minister known for her work in social justice and community ministry. She has served in various roles, … Continue reading However Long the Night
In the early 60’s Directors of Religious Education were responding to parent and youth requests for help navigating the changing world of sexuality, when they joined forces with the UUA to create a new sexuality curriculum for middle schoolers, called About Your Sexuality (AYS). Today, we have the lifespan sexuality curriculum, Our Whole Lives (OWL), … Continue reading UUs and Sex Education
Rev. Bruce Bode, Guest Minister Jenny Weaver, Worship Associate This sermon will offer a range of thoughts, feelings, reflections, and perspectives as we draw near to this consequential national election.
Virtual Worship Service Rev. Bruce Bode, Guest MinisterBryan Baker, Worship Associate The link to the Service is: YouTube link. Through composer/singer Meg Barnhouse’s song “All Will Be Well,” an interior dialogue with the 14th century mystic Julian of Norwich, we will explore an answer to what is, perhaps, the most basic, existential question we humans can … Continue reading The Anchor Point
Virtual Worship Service Rev. Zackrie Vinczen, MinisterPenny Brewer, Worship Associate The YouTube link to the service is: Sunday Worship Service. March 20th, 2021 was the Spring Equinox, a time when there is a balance between light and dark. Join us for this virtual service as we consider the importance of seeking after balance and the lessons … Continue reading Finding Balance
