Ancestors in Training
We tell stories about ourselves and about other people. But what stories do we want future generations to tell about us? If we are to be mindful about how we … Continue reading Ancestors in Training
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Allowables
Nikki Giovanni, world-renowned poet and one of the foremost authors of the Black Arts Movement, died near the end of 2024. Nikki left a rich legacy of poems – some … Continue reading Allowables
A Story of Us
Lori Gottlieb says that we are all unreliable narrators of our own lives. Rather than our stories being shaped by our circumstances, the way we narrate our lives shapes what … Continue reading A Story of Us
Good and Evil
“Why do we tell stories?” a wise man once asked. “To try to make sense of a world that can be terrifying and enormous” he answered. As we enter an … Continue reading Good and Evil
Peace on Earth
We sing songs around December holidays that invoke “peace on earth.” And many Unitarian Universalists consider Peace to be among their personal spiritual values. What do we mean by “peace … Continue reading Peace on Earth
Christmas Eve 2024
Our interactive Christmas Eve service will begin at 6:00PM, with pre-service music by UUCC’s many talented young people beginning at 5:30PM. Following our joyous service for all ages, we’ll share … Continue reading Christmas Eve 2024
Let Your Light So Shine
Yule gets its name from the same root as words like yell and yodel. Our ancestors would gather to sing back the sun. To call out for light to reawaken. … Continue reading Let Your Light So Shine
Christmas Carols for UUs
Our annual December music service, led by UUCC Music Director Mike Carney, along with The Chancel Choir, Treble Ensemble, and special guests The Amethyst String Trio. Share this post:
The Presence of Absence
The absence of people, grief, separation through death or fractured relationships Share this post:
This Moment Only
LENAC Eckhart Tolle observed, “Unease, anxiety, tension, stress, worry – all forms of fear – are caused by too much future, and not enough presence. Guilt, regret, resentment, grievances, sadness, … Continue reading This Moment Only