Truth: 1) The quality or state of being true. “She had to accept the truth of his accusation.” Synonyms: veracity, truthfulness, verity, sincerity, genuineness. 2) That which is true or in accordance with fact or reality, “the truth.” “Tell me the truth.” Synonyms: the fact of the matter; what actually/really happened; the case. 3) A fact or belief that is accepted as true. (plural noun = “truths.” “The emergence of scientific truths . . . .” Synonyms: fact; verity; certainty; certitude.

Join Harry for our look at “truth,” and what it means (or doesn’t mean) in today’s world.

Join us for coffee and fellowship after the service.

As an introvert, Diane will explore what it means to be introverted/extroverted, and how that relates to being advocates for social justice, environmental justice, and justice in general. How can we all contribute, no matter what our personality types dictate?

For the second session on August 4 we’ve assembled quotes as”food for thought” to get your own reflections primed. We will be using the same “careful listening on a difficult topic” process, and what you speak about is entirely up to you.

 Kevin will compare and contrast Western and Chinese ways of thinking about this issue. . Join us for coffee and fellowship after the service.

Please sign up for a topic on the white board in the foyer.

Want to talk about what matters to you about racism?  Want to hear what others have to say?  We’ll use a listening process that lets us know we’ve been understood.  We’ll give and receive attention to what concerns us, confuses us, makes sense to us, and share personal experiences.   Our goal is to develop compassion for ourselves and each other as we experience what it’s like to talk about laments and regrets, as well as aspirations, intentions and accomplishments.  By doing so, we can become better allies in our pursuit of racial equity and justice.  We’ll forge bonds.

Carol will share with us the science of “Baubiologie,” as well as her knowledge and experience of synthetics, pollutants and toxics all about us which cause allergies and suffering.  We will learn how to show our appreciation for the needs of our newest piano playing UUCR participant — and others.

This topic is inviting to our many curious and argumentative UUs!  Machiavelli might be with us but Stalin and Hitler will be detained at the door. Stay for coffee and fellowship after the service!