Activist Valarie Kaur argues that working for social change can be a painful process akin to the labor pains of a woman giving birth to a child. Kaur is from…

They say, “There are no atheists in foxholes” but it would probably be more accurate to say, “In foxholes even the atheists pray.” This morning we will reflect on prayer…

In England during the early days of the Reformation a church that did not adhere strictly to the orthodoxy found in the Anglican book of prayer was called a nonconformist…

Everyone is invited to bring water from your summer vacations or staycations to place in a common bowl for this water communion ritual; a reminder of the way our common…

In Taoism the art of wu wei is about accomplishing much by doing little. It is sometimes called, “Doing through not doing. Action through non action.” As we enter into…

In our present moment in history many denominations are going through schisms. Some congregations have been split in two. Others have disaffiliated from their parent denominations. Some church buildings have…

It has been suggested that Unitarian Universalists have clearer ideas about “what we don’t believe” than “what we do believe,” making us the religious equivalent of picky eaters. As the…

How do we offer support to each other in times of crisis and challenge? What does Unitarian Universalism teach us about the nature of pastoral care in a church setting?…

There is a German proverb that reminds us to “Speak the truth but carry flowers” or is there? This Sunday we will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the flower communion…

Most religions have a public relations department that prefers to talk up the success stories of the faith and downplay any counternarratives. This Sunday we will reflect on the blunders,…