As a church which celebrates respect for diverse beliefs, we are called to accept one another. As a church which believes in justice, we are called to resist systems and ways of being which create oppression. Can we balance these two conflicting foundational values in our faith? What happens when we are faced with behaviors … Continue reading Politeness Meet Passion
Traditional concepts of “salvation” are centered on one’s personal relationship with a god and one’s destiny in the next life. Modern Universalism teaches us that salvation is about the here and now. It is a communal, rather than individual, state of being. Our radical understandings of salvation have implications to how we live and who … Continue reading Salvation is for Everyone
Unitarian Universalists do not worship by bowing down or submitting. We celebrate our ability to imagine and create a better world and form our own beliefs based on reason and experience. Yet, perhaps the time has come for us to find some humility and strive to more fully recognize our dependence on the natural world … Continue reading Our Blue Boat Home
Unitarian Universalists everywhere are currently considering a proposal to reimagine the core principles and values of our faith in new words and structures. Rev. Bruce will explore how this ongoing discussion is an expression of the ever-evolving nature of our approach to religion and truth. A special Town Hall Meeting will follow our service on … Continue reading Principles and Values for the Future
