This service is in recognition of the Transgender Day of Remembrance, or TDOR, which was first held in 1999. That initial observance was a vigil held in response to the tragic 1998 murder of Rita Hester, an outspoken transgender woman from Boston. It also commemorated all those who were killed due to anti-transgender violence and … Continue reading “Transgender Day of Remembrance”
What in Unitarian Universalism’s central theology requires us to work toward building multicultural, antiracist Beloved Community? Come and explore with us as we learn about a proposed 8th UU Principle that answers this question.
This service is presented on the Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos, which is a Mexican Celebration of the return of deceased ancestors. Our church has fond memories of our history with Dia de los Muertos through our past celebrations with Hugh Tomlinson and Jesus Castillo. We will re-visit those past times with … Continue reading “Remembering Day of the Dead and Our Ancestors”
The Wheel of the Year keeps turning as oneseason yields to the next. And as the seasonspass, we know one thing is for certain – change is inevitable. Whether we experience a major life transition such as a graduation, marriage, retirement, or death, change often leaves us feeling anxious about an unknown future. In this … Continue reading “The Wheel of Life”
This will be an Update and Progress on Global Warming ~~ There’s hope in the air!
Everyone has an innate need to feel accepted. When we experience the grace of acceptance, it is as if space opens up for us to live into our potential without having to live under the shadow of judgment, misunderstanding, micro-aggression, or fear. For LGBTQ people, being fully accepted (rather than just tolerated) is a critical … Continue reading “The Grace of Acceptance”
Oct 4 – Animals enrich our lives in so many ways. They are our companions, helpers, protectors, comforters, and more. We are blessed to have animals in our lives, and now it is our turn to bless them. Join us as we show our love to our furry, feathered, and scaled friends! Please email a … Continue reading “Blessing of the Animals”
With all of the troubles in the world today, the stress, the uncertainties about what the future holds, we can forget to laugh or even smile when we feel as if we are carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders. Humor is the great antidote (or anecdote?). Join us as we explore the … Continue reading “Doing the Hokey Pokey”
Considered the “Jewish New Year”, Rosh Hashanah is the beginning of the Jewish High Holy Days. This is a time of reflection, introspection for reviewing the past year, identifying ways we have harmed others, made mistakes, not lived up to our own expectations and commitments, or other ways that we have failed to live up … Continue reading “Rosh Hashanah and the Stinky Kishke”
Join us as UUCEL members share their “This I Believe” statements! This popular service is a great way to learn about the spiritual journeys of some of our members.
