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As Unitarian Universalists, we value the right of conscience and the use of the democratic process, but does this championing of the rights of individuals and individual expression mean that we value all human expression equally? What are the limits of tolerance and free speech?
This reflective, end-of-year service will give us a chance to reflect on what has happened in our lives and in the world in 2017, to let go of those things we need to let go of, and to express our hopes, dreams and wishes for 2018.
Christmas Eve services: 10 a.m.: The Unitarians and Christmas. During the 19th century, Unitarians transformed Christmas from a minor holiday to a major cultural and religious event. Much of the music and many of our contemporary Christmas icons (including Santa Claus, Scrooge, Jingle Bells and more) came about because of the work of Unitarians who … Continued
This service will be comprised of holiday-themed music from various Sunnyhill members and friends, including the choir, children’s choir, string ensemble and other individuals and groups of all ages and many different styles. Come celebrate music and the season!
Why is the ritual of lighting a candle or lamp (or chalice) so powerful? What does this simple act accomplish, and how does it connect us with others? What does it signify for us? We will explore these questions by means of several stories from the Jewish tradition in preparation for Hanukkah, which begins later … Continued
During this darkest time of the year, we sometimes tend to see only the absence of light rather than the presence of beauty in the darkness itself. What are the gifts of experiencing darkness, and how can we find beauty in dark times?
This service will explore how freedom is not as much a right as it is a goal and a challenge. During this Thanksgiving holiday, perhaps it is appropriate not to be grateful for freedom but to be thankful for the opportunity to strive for freedom. As William Ellery Channing, one or our UU “saints,” put … Continued
This service is our opportunity to address our own religious tradition’s history of upholding racism and systems of white supremacy. Together, we can collectively work to dismantle it and amend a long-broken promise to the black lives within our association. The designated offering this Sunday will benefit Black Lives of UU.
While churches share some things in common with commercial enterprises, there are also some fundamental differences. What are the similarities and differences and why are they important to us as members of a religious community?
We will be exploring how diversity in religious traditions, and how conflicting ideas within our own minds, can create greater compassion and understanding for people with whom we may disagree. Josh took part in a year-long sermon writing class facilitated by Rev. Jim, and this sermon is a result of that class.
