Topic: hope

“Peace, Justice and the Wisdom to Know the Difference” By Rev. Susan Maginn

Advent 2025 began on Sunday, November 30th, marking the start of the Christian liturgical year. Advent is a season of anticipation, reflection, and preparation for the celebration of Christmas. This period lasts for four weeks, ending on Christmas Eve, December 24th. Advent is observed by Christians worldwide, with traditions such as Advent wreaths, calendars, and special church … Continue reading “Peace, Justice and the Wisdom to Know the Difference” By Rev. Susan Maginn

“You’ve Got a Friend”

by Dian McIlwain Join us for Sunday Service inspired by Carole King’s classic song. Dian will explore what makes beloved community. As the new head of our Pastoral Care team, she will talk about how pastoral care is an important part of congregational spiritual care. _______________________________________________________________ Dian McIlwain will lead the service in person and on … Continue reading “You’ve Got a Friend”

“Brunch and Banter” 

Intergenerational Service led by the Board Join us for an intergenerational brunch service where we will feast and envision the future of our congregation. Please bring your ideas and a dish to share._______________________________________________________ Greeters: Jude Selva and Leslie Roussel

“Blessing of the Backpacks”

Northshore Unitarian Universalist Society invites you to our second annual Blessing of the Backpacks! Students of all ages, teachers, school staff, and others who work in education are welcome to bring their bag (backpack, purse, briefcase, or otherwise) to be blessed as as they embark on a new year of learning and growing.  ________________________________________________________ Katherine Drew-Jones will … Continue reading “Blessing of the Backpacks”

“To Love As If It Matters”

Rev. Dr. Sofia Betancourt, President of the Unitarian Universalist Association The First Unitarian Church of Dallas was honored to welcome Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt as their guest preacher on 11/17/2024. Rev. Dr. Betancourt is a visionary leader, theologian, and advocate for justice whose work inspires our faith. In her sermon “To Love As If It Matters”, Rev. … Continue reading “To Love As If It Matters”

Homily at the National Cathedral 

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 

“Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.”

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

A Unitarian Universalist Ritual for the New Year

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

Holding Hope in Troubled Times

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