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In a world that seems ever more dangerous and distressing, how do we practice resilience? What does it take to be someone who bounces back? Rev. Dr. Lynn Ungar preaching with Worship Leader Rev. Suzie Matranga-Watson. Music from Mary Reese and a Time for All Ages from Tara Toler. Rev. Dr. Lynn Ungar is a … Continue reading Good Thing I Bounce!
With Valentine’s Day upon us (heart-shaped candy boxes and all) we’ll explore what it might mean to be “devoted” to those we currently love and to those we might love in the future, especially in our “maybe-I-do” world. Is “unconditional” love really possible between humans? And when it comes to those we have loved in the … Continue reading Love Me Like a Rock: A Sermon Towards Devotion
In honor of Black History Month, we’ll explore the complicated, triumphant and tragic story of Phillis Wheatley, an African American, formerly enslaved young woman, who published a groundbreaking book of poetry in 1773. For decades, a white woman’s memoir shaped our understanding of America’s first Black woman poet. Recently, her legacy and her work have been … Continue reading Hang A Thousand Ribbons – The Legacy and Poetry of Phillis Wheatley
An inherent aspect of most of our human journeys is experiencing events, setbacks, glitches, and disappointments that require us to shift gears and adapt. As we consider how to move forward into this new year and new administration, how can we trust change when the road zigs where we thought (or hoped) it would zag? How … Continue reading Me and My Guitar: On Adaptation and Resilience
Guest speaker Emily Bostian reflects on representations of race and gender in the children’s and young adult books of her own youth and those of today. Using stories from her own life as well as research by Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop and Dr. Anjali Adukia, she discusses what has changed and what remains unchanged. She … Continue reading Reflections – Why Books Hold the Key to the Future
It’s New Year’s Resolution time! Again? (sigh). In 2025, rather than “resolve,” how might we reflect and cast intentions for our lives? Have we become more tender towards ourselves, more flexible with others? Can we muster the energy to fight the good fight? “Now, I become myself,” writes the poet May Sarton, “it’s taken time, … Continue reading Some Assembly Required: On Becoming A Self
For more than 50 years, a “Charlie Brown Christmas” has graced our TV screens. In it, Charlie falls in love with the most pathetic little tree on the lot. “This little green tree needs a home,” he says. “I think it will be perfect. I think it needs me.” The animated classic offers us the opportunity … Continue reading The Perfect Imperfection of Charlie Brown’s Christmas Tree
In this sermon, honoring the Jewish festival of Chanukah, we’ll explore the universal appeal of the 23rd Psalm and the ways in which it serves as a portable shrine and touchstone of comfort for people of all beliefs, including UUs. Rev. Robin Landerman Zucker preaching, with Worship Leader Eric Tschuy. A Time for All Ages … Continue reading Psalm 23: I Shall Not Want
Rev. Robin and Therese Langevin invite you to celebrate the Solstice at Eastrose from 3 – 5pm. We’ll enjoy treats, exchange books and share crafts, and cast a circle after sundown to honor the rebirth of the sun.
What does it mean to be a gift to others? How can we notice the moments when we, and we alone, can see and meet others’ needs? It doesn’t require special powers or the character of a saint. It means recognizing the times when you can give something that nobody else can. How can we … Continue reading Be The Gift
