Three C’s of Sustainability
Jon Biemer speaking. Worship Leader Eric Tschuy. Music from Barbara Stevens and a Time for All Ages from Tara Toler.
Archives: Services
Easter – Faithful over a Few Things
Rev. Robin Landerman Zucker preaching. Worship Leader Phyllis Adams. Music from Mary Reese and a Time for All Ages from Tara Toler.
Palm Sunday/Passover – The Answer is “Everything”
How do we move from scarcity thinking to abundance thinking when our lives feel stuck, we are ill or under duress, when we’re alarmed by the present or the future looks murky? In this sermon during the blossoming of Spring, the celebration of Passover and the observance of Palm Sunday (and during the week of … Continue reading Palm Sunday/Passover – The Answer is “Everything”
Bob Dylan: Minstrel and Messenger
Singer and Songwriter Bob Dylan, born as Robert Allen Zimmerman in Minnesota, continues to intrigue and arouse the public imagination. The Oscar-nominated movie, “A Complete Unknown,” about the beginning of his career was recently in theaters, and he is still actively touring today at age 83. Throughout his 60+ year career, Dylan has let his music … Continue reading Bob Dylan: Minstrel and Messenger
Living Congregations
In this sermon to conclude our Stewardship month, we’ll explore the lifeblood, the sinew, muscle and breath that animates this congregation. What can we learn from the fantastical tale of the Prophet Ezekiel in the valley of dry bones? How might we rise to meet our mission with confidence and fresh ideas? What are our … Continue reading Living Congregations
Why We Create
Gloria Holland from the UU Congregation of Salem shares her own experiences in the arts and discusses how the arts and creativity enhance our spiritual journey. Gloria joined her congregation in 2007 and is a member of the Worship Team and also serves on the Homilist Storytelling Team. She is active with the American Association … Continue reading Why We Create
Speaking “Empathy” In an American Babel
In the Old Testament story of the Tower of Babel, Yahweh observes a civilization which speaks a single language, enabling them to work together to build a tower. He worries that this commonality might unite them with too much power against him. So, he fractures their language and weakens them. They can no longer communicate. … Continue reading Speaking “Empathy” In an American Babel
Music is a Healing Magic
When our hearts are heavy, and it feels like the destruction is beyond repair, it is important to keep up the fight. It is even more powerful to counter this destruction with creation. Thankfully we are creative people; it’s what we do. As musicians we represent the best of what humanity has to offer. When … Continue reading Music is a Healing Magic
Stewardship Kickoff! “You Were Never Not Coming Here”
As we launch into our 2025 Stewardship Campaign, “Our Open Door,” we’ll explore what brings come-outers from other religions and those who are unaffiliated to Eastrose UU, and how their lives have been expanded and enriched by belonging to this beloved and vibrant community. Did you find our free faith a long way from home, too? Are … Continue reading Stewardship Kickoff! “You Were Never Not Coming Here”
The Rumi Prescription and the Sacred Heart of Islam
In recognition of Ramadan, the holy period of ritual fasting for Muslims between February 28 and March 25, we will celebrate the sacred essence of Islam, dispel damning myths, and explore the mystical core of this often misunderstood religion. The service includes poetic interludes by beloved Sufi poets, Rumi and Hafiz, whose words remain wise, … Continue reading The Rumi Prescription and the Sacred Heart of Islam