Happy Valentine’s Day, and also Black History Month! Both of these events occur in February, and at first glance seem not to be related. However, ultimately, they both have a foundation of caring and concern, albeit expressed differently. Come this Sunday to explore “What’s Love Got To Do WIth It,”and see how our UU “theology … Continue reading “What’s Love Got To Do With It?”
Inspired by “Langston Hughes: the Poet, the Man, the Message” by Rev. Ben Bortin and adapted by Erica Merchant, this service will honor the life and achievements of Langston Hughes, who was called the Poet Laureate of Harlem. The service will emphasize themes of struggle and resilience running through Hughes’ dynamic poetry. We will explore Hughes’ early years, his deep connection to jazz and blues, … Continue reading “Celebrating Jazz Poet Langston Hughes”
This service is being adapted from many different sources including Imbolc Reflections by Rev. Josh Pawelek and Peggy Gagne and Wiccan magazine. Here at the mid-point between Solstice and Equinox, here in the stirring of the season of new life, we can find wisdom and inspiration for how to live now by considering the ancient traditions … Continue reading “Deep Energies Of Life: Wisdom of Imbolc”
Delivered 1/21/2025 After beginning her homily by exploring the difficulty of forging a “kind of unity that fosters community across diversity and division, a unity that serves the common good,” the Rt. Rev. Mariann Budde, the Episcopal bishop of Washington, singled out three foundational principles for the task: honoring the inherent dignity of every human … Continue reading Homily at the National Cathedral
by Rev. Beth Dana, First Unitarian Church of Dallas This Sunday we honor the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and recommit ourselves to the vision and the work of Beloved Community. Tamara Murray will lead the service. Greeters: Bert Green and Erik Barthels
by Rev. T. J. FitzGerald, First Unitarian Church of Dallas In his sermon “Kindle the Spirit,” Rev. T.J. Fitzgerald reflects on the transformative power of fire—both its destructive force and its ability to kindle connection, resilience, and renewal. Drawing from a personal story of a neighbor’s house fire, he explores the profound ways communities come together … Continue reading A Unitarian Universalist Ritual for the New Year
Please join us as we process what happened in the early hours of New Year’s Day in New Orleans. We will listen to the story of Gill Hicks. Gill’s story is one of compassion and humanity, emerging from the ashes of chaos and hate. A survivor of the London terrorist bombings on July 7, 2005, she shares her story of … Continue reading Holding Hope in Troubled Times
Have you ever wondered what wisdom folks of any faith can garner from observing scared traditions? What can we as Unitarian Universalists learn? Come this Sunday and find out. Rev. Jane Smith received her Master of Divinity degree from Meadville Lombard Theological School in 2018. During her seminary education, she served for two years as a ministerial intern … Continue reading “Unexpected Miracles: The Hanukkah Story” Reverend Jane Smith, Channing Memorial, Ellicott City, MD
“There is something deeply comforting and consoling about imagining the vast infinite this present – that this aging body, this stumbling spirit, this doubting, suffering, hopeful, imperfect person; that every boring, embarrassing, gorgeous corner of our lives; every melting glacier and bullied child, every relapsing addict and terrified soldier – all of it, and all of … Continue reading “When God Had a Body”, Rev. Gretchen Haley
Jessa Barthels and Erica Merchant will lead the service. During November and December, as the nights lengthen, faith traditions around the world have festivals celebrating light. Please join us for a service where we will illuminate six holidays from different world religions by singing songs and lighting candles to honor these traditions and brighten our lives in the approach to the longest night of … Continue reading Intergenerational Festival of the Lights
