In our modern world, Americans are waging war daily against a myriad of social ills: drugs, crime, and poverty just to name a few. But is war really the right approach? As Marvin Gaye so eloquently put it, “War is not the answer–for only love can conquer hate.” Doug’s Sermon “Only Love Can” is an … Continue reading Mar 5, Mr. Doug Harrel, “Only Love Can.”
Compassion is a key spiritual practice in all the major world religions. Anne will briefly describe the emphasis of compassion in Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Then we will consider the way each faith invites its followers to practice this ethical virtue. What inhibits compassion in our world, and what nurtures this virtue that … Continue reading Feb 26, Rev. Anne Ledbetter, “A Multi-faith Look at Compassion.”
CLICK ON TITLE TO HEAR AUDIO. It is important that we occasionally ask the questions, “What does it mean to be a Unitarian Universalist? And, why is it important that we discuss this as a congregation?”In a religious denomination that allows the individual to decide what to believe, can we get consensus on our basic … Continue reading Feb 19, Ron Schaeffer, “What It Means to Be a Unitarian Universalist.”
As we approach Valentine’s Day, does love have the power to overcome hate? In the face of a country torn between Republicans and Democrats arguing over what the facts are, can love triumph to heal the breach? We’ll explore love and its role in our lives and religion.
Eighteen years ago Bishop Tilghman started The Potterhouse Ministries in Rock Hall, which later moved to Fairlee. Bishop Tilghman, President of the local chapter of the NAACP, is working to build better relationships within the community. Special Gospel Music will be performed by Minister Annette Turner and Joshua Tilghman.
Why is it that religion can serve as a source for both the highest forms of human compassion, and the worst forms of repression and persecution? Drawing from Dostoevsky’s story “The Grand Inquisitor,” Paul Sharp will attempt to reconcile those two opposing aspects of religion. Click on blue title to hear audio.
In 1963 Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel called for great moral purpose and bold expression of our spiritual values. That call still resonates as we face a troubling national political agenda. How will be answer it? Click on blue title to hear audio.
After a lifetime of “I’m not artistic” Kerry Mueller took up pottery. What are some of the lessons of creativity available to all of us? Rev. Kerry Mueller, raised as a UU, has been a Latin teacher, stay at home mom, several kinds of railroader, and many kinds of student. She finally embraced her life’s … Continue reading Jan 15, Rev. Kerry Mueller, “Two Birds, Three Dragons, and a Dull Brown Pot.”
Mr. Gilchrest, former U.S. House Representative, MD District 1, will explore the contradictions represented in these two diverse public figures and their interpretation of the U.S. Constitution as it applied in their respective social contexts, as well as to current issues.
Let’s ring in the New Year together with a combined service/bruncheon on January 1, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Vida and Kim will have warming winter soup, fresh bread and inspiring words to share with you all. We will set up tables in the sanctuary to enjoy our service and repast.
