From a young age, we are conditioned to be responsive to the opinions of others…teachers…mentors…peers. It makes us feel good when they like us or say nice things about us, but it can throw us when they disparage us or talk badly to us. Their opinions can only change the truth if we allow it … Continue reading What Other People Think of Me is None of My Business
The spiritual wisdom found in the realm of science–specifically physics.
How much of what you think about the way the world works is not yours? How much of it was put there by someone else? How much influence does their baggage influence you and your spiritual and religious journeys?
The September 2022 Justice and Spirit: Unitarian Universalist Book Club selection. How do we go beyond welcome to build compassionate, authentic, and equitable communities? In Beyond Welcome: Building Communities of Love, editor Linnea Nelson and contributors dream of a future Unitarian Universalism that upholds abundant love and universal justice within every community. Through personal and … Continue reading Beyond Welcome: Building Communities of Love
“We are not alone, though sometimes we forget that truth. We are woven into one cloth, one gorgeous blanket, designed for use, for comfort, to sustain and to love…”
—Rev. Dr. Sarah Lenzi
Gender equality is a recent phenomenon. However, without reproductive rights, equality is impossible. While Abortion is but one component here, it is the most contentious. Contraception is another essential reproductive right. The history of these processes may not be as we imagine. Take a look at the sermon from July 17th.
Our Father’s Day service this year will be a Question Box Sunday. This means that we welcome all generations to send in your questions in advance (minister@1stuupb.org) and our minister will answer them. If you prefer to remain anonymous, we have set up a form on our website for you to ask questions. You can … Continue reading Question Box
