Bias is an inescapable part of the human experience, but what we do with, and how we react to our biases is very much in our control. While our natural instinct may be to put things into categories and boxes, there is a space that can enrich our interactions with everyone around us, the space … Continue reading Beyond Boxes
As we move into Thanksgiving week, we’ll explore the nature of gratitude, how it differs from appreciation, and some of the science behind its mental health benefits. What gratitude practices were you raised with? Did they come from a religious or non-religious perspective? Do you have any gratitude practices you find meaningful today? Where did … Continue reading #Thankful, Grateful, Blessed?
During October—LGBT History Month — we’ll reconnect with, and celebrate what it means to be a Welcoming Congregation in the UU tradition. Visiting guest minister Pr. Sarah will first explore how Biblical texts have been used and construed to divide the Christian tradition and marginalize and oppress LGBTQ persons. She will then offer an alternate … Continue reading Theology that Kills
In Sonia Rene Taylor’s book, The Body is not an Apology she asserts that the way to justice is through a societal movement of radical self-love. As she states, “ Our beliefs about bodies disproportionately impact those whose race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and age deviate from our default notions. The further from the default, the … Continue reading Embodied Justice
The energetic qualities of gratitude contribute to the fullness of our humanity and our wellbeing. Together let us enjoy lingering in gratitude for a while. Janeen Stephenson will offer this reflection today. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9789104627 Meeting ID: 978 910 4627 Dial by your location: +1 312 626 6799
“Mindful Re-emergence” What does re-emerging from a global pandemic look like, especially one that is not quite through? What was “normal,” and what parts of it should we seek to regain, reform, or leave behind entirely? How can practices of mindfulness and wisdom traditions guide us in these transition days ahead? This summer, Pr. Sarah … Continue reading The Forgiveness Factor
“Mindful Re-emergence” What does re-emerging from a global pandemic look like, especially one that is not quite through? What was “normal,” and what parts of it should we seek to regain, reform, or leave behind entirely? How can practices of mindfulness and wisdom traditions guide us in these transition days ahead? This summer, Pr. Sarah … Continue reading American Confessions
“Mindful Re-emergence” What does re-emerging from a global pandemic look like, especially one that is not quite through? What was “normal,” and what parts of it should we seek to regain, reform, or leave behind entirely? How can practices of mindfulness and wisdom traditions guide us in these transition days ahead? This summer, Pr. Sarah … Continue reading Speaking Grief
In response to the Widening the Circle of Concern report issued by the UUA’s Commission on institutional change, we are working to “center the work of Black scholars, indigenous scholars and scholars of color, both professional and lay, whose knowledge is resonant for our times.” (Pg. 15) This Sunday we will hear from Rev. Sofía … Continue reading Sharing the Thought of Rev. Sofia Betancourt
Effective dialogue across difference skills are a key tool in influencing inequity. When these skills are developed, one can become comfortable and competent in disrupting problematic behaviors related to racism, biases, and social issues in a culturally responsive manner. Ultimately, the ability to have tough conversations is essential to progressing towards our aspirational goals for social … Continue reading Dialogue Across Difference
