Sermon Archives

Queer Theory is an interdisciplinary field that encourages one to look at the world through new avenues. It is a way of thinking that dismantles traditional assumptions about gender and sexual identities, challenges traditional academic approaches, and fights against social inequality. If you think about it, UU's have been queering theology for a long time. Join Rev. Jenny Amstutz for a special Rainbow Sunday where we consider the blessings that rain down upon us when we open our minds and hearts to all people in their unique and divine expressions of gender and identity. We will also be welcoming new members at our Joining Ceremony during the service.

It was, unfortunately, common for our ancestors to have lived through difficult circumstances which caused them to take on limiting beliefs and unhealthy patterns. Sometimes our personal challenges are directly linked to what we have inherited from them, though we may not be aware of it. Patrice Spitz will expand on different aspects of ancestral healing, how there is always hope for healing, and offer a guided meditation to connect to unconditional love (which some people call God) and gently open to the possibility of ancestral healing in your life.

Do you know someone who is caring for a parent, sibling, child or friend? Is that person you? The forecast is that by 2030, over 2 billion people across the world will need care. 10,000 people per day turn 65 in the United States. 84% of respondents in an AARP survey of caregivers reported that they feel moderate to high amounts of stress due to their caregiving responsibilities. The caregiving crisis is being widely acknowledged with more conversations taking place at the local, regional and national levels. We invite you to join us at today's service to raise your own awareness about the spiritual, financial, and personal toll of caregiving.