I don’t mean the writing style guide. I am talking about the elements of earth, air, fire, water, and spirit. The old taxonomy of the four (or five) elements is still informative and can serve to guide our spiritual growth. We hope to see you in person! Masks are required. Here is the current in-person … Continue reading Elements of Style
We Unitarian Universalists do not spend a lot of time talking about heaven anymore. It used to be a significant talking point. I suspect, however, that our various beliefs and values still point strongly toward an idea like heaven, an idea like love. We hope to see you in person! Masks are required. Here is … Continue reading Heaven in our Hands
Join us this Sunday in person and online for a multigenerational worship with story and reflection. Worship will be followed by workshops, some online and some in person. We hope to see you in person! Masks are required. Here is the current in-person gathering policy. Online information ..https://zoom.us/j/97989696520?pwd=ZG9NclFYQm9VV0NTb2VhNVM0R00xQT09 Meeting ID: 979 8969 6520 Passcode: 183183Phone: +1 929 … Continue reading Renewing Faith
“Critical Race Theory” is a hot button issue politically. But what is it? What is the debate really about? And what do our UU values and principles have to say about it? Sunday services are online only until further notice. https://zoom.us/j/97989696520?pwd=ZG9NclFYQm9VV0NTb2VhNVM0R00xQT09 Meeting ID: 979 8969 6520 Passcode: 183183Phone: +1 929 205 6099 Order of Service: uubinghamton.org/order-of-service/ UUCB … Continue reading The Color-Blind Confusion
This pandemic has shrunk our circles of connection. Many of us lament the circumscribed living we are experiencing. Yes, love demands we care for the health of our community, I am not suggesting we stop being careful and care-full. But we can creatively draw our circle wider. Sunday services are online only until further … Continue reading Widening the Circle
The Dalai Lama has said: “My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.” To be ‘kind’ is to intentionally treat others as ‘kin,’ as family. What would our lives be like if kindness was our central focus? Sunday services are online only until further notice. https://zoom.us/j/97989696520?pwd=ZG9NclFYQm9VV0NTb2VhNVM0R00xQT09 Meeting ID: 979 8969 6520 Passcode: 183183Phone: +1 929 205 … Continue reading Long Live the Kind
Many of us lead lives of privilege and power. Rather than inspire a feeling of noblesse oblige, I want to call forth justice and compassion. Let’s add prayer and participation to our privilege and power. Sunday services are online only until further notice. https://zoom.us/j/97989696520?pwd=ZG9NclFYQm9VV0NTb2VhNVM0R00xQT09 Meeting ID: 979 8969 6520 Passcode: 183183Phone: +1 929 205 6099 Order of … Continue reading The Last, the Lost, and the Least
Join me in an exploration of anger in its natural habitats; where to find it, how to recognize its various forms, and what to do with it when you finally have it. Sunday services are online only until further notice. https://zoom.us/j/97989696520?pwd=ZG9NclFYQm9VV0NTb2VhNVM0R00xQT09 Meeting ID: 979 8969 6520 Passcode: 183183Phone: +1 929 205 6099 Order of Service: uubinghamton.org/order-of-service/ UUCB … Continue reading Anger: a field guide
The New Year is here. We return to some old patterns and look to lean into new ones. Can we set ourselves on a good path now as we let go of what may be holding us back? Sunday services are online only until further notice. https://zoom.us/j/97989696520?pwd=ZG9NclFYQm9VV0NTb2VhNVM0R00xQT09 Meeting ID: 979 8969 6520 Passcode: 183183Phone: +1 929 205 … Continue reading New Year’s Intentions
UUCB Christmas Eve will be a little bit different this year… 5:30 Caroling in the Courtyard7:30 Online only serviceOrder of Service: uubinghamton.org/order-of-service/ Due to concerns about the rising cases of Covid-19 in our county, the Worship Committee has decided to adjust our beloved Christmas Eve services this year. Please note the changes in time and location. Everyone is invited … Continue reading Christmas Eve Service
