Visiting Tanzania
Renee Johnson and Finlandia University students will discuss what they have learned during their visits to Tanzania.
Topic: Acceptance
Forum: Katie Couric Documentary Film
In collaboration with the Houghton/Keweenaw chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays), we will view Gender Revolution: A Journey with Katie Couric, a 2017 documentary that explores our evolving understanding of gender identity and the need for greater inclusion.
Understanding the Baha’i Faith
Learn about the Baha’i faith through music, readings, and video at this service.
Nothing is Constant Except for Change
Many eastern religions declare that change is constant, even when we believe things are staying the same. In this service, Rev. Chris will examine what it means that the world is constantly changing around us, and how we can embrace such change in a spirit of hope.
How Shall We Grow: It’s More Than Numbers
When we speak of growth in small UU churches, we usually think of growing our numbers: whether more attendees, new members, or kids in RE. There are many other ways to grow institutionally, maturationally, incarnationally. The saying is true, “if you build it, they’ll come.” We need to grow ourselves and our congregations before we attract new members. What is the glowing coal at the heart of our congregation, of our Unitarian Universalist movement? How do we build the Beloved Community? Come hear some thoughts on all these ideas. Just what does “incarnationally” mean, anyway?!
Acceptance of One Another, or Why I Don’t Like the Doctrine of “Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin”
In some religious circles, one hears constant refrains that they love people but hate their sins. In this service, Rev. Chris will examine why the doctrine of “Love the sinner, hate the sin” really misses the point when it comes to love, compassion, and acceptance.
Who Are We?
Who is KUUF and how do we fit in the larger Unitarian Universalist movement? In this service, Rev. Chris and Will Cantrell will examine our identity, both historically and currently, and ask the question, “Who does KUUF want to be?”