Archives: Services

Freedom

Let’s explore the meaning, purpose, and practice of freedom, together: freedom from, freedom to, and the freedom of fully inhabiting the present moment – alive to possibility and with awareness of all that we are.

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The Simplest of Sacraments

n 1923 the Rev. Norbert Capek created the first “Oslava Květin”, or ‘Flower Celebration’, in Prague. In order to unite the diverse congregants of his church, he turned to the beauty of nature, with each person bringing a flower to place in a vase. Once … read more.

Where have all the ethics gone?

…or how a conversation with a Fastrac agent made me reflect on the state of ethics in this country. What is ethics? Is ethics possible in today’s world?

Our Worship Services are In Person at 1893 N Vasco Rd, Livermore, CA 94551.

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Seeing Evil

The problem with evil’ is not just a theological topic for sermon discourse. We live in a time where we each need to decide “What do we do about it?”.

Our Worship Services are In Person at 1893 N Vasco Rd, Livermore, CA 94551.

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Mother in the Mirror: Reflections

Mother’s Day commemorates maternal love and filial gratitude. And for some, this day recalls a difficult upbringing or child-rearing. On May 11, Bill Heavlin explores the relationships between adult children and their mothers through a series of poems. As he does so, he braids together … read more.

Mental Health in an Anxious Time

We are experiencing a mental health crisis in our country. This church can help its members find community and purpose in anxious times.

Our Worship Services are In Person at 1893 N Vasco Rd, Livermore, CA 94551.

You can attend services online at the following Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82288296993?pwd=U1dlY1BSS1pPUnJpSXVaZG1ObU9kZz09
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The Flame of Reason

In these uncertain times, it’s helpful to reflect on the history of our faith and how it connects to broader historical movements. This service will explore the intertwined roots of Unitarian Universalism and the Enlightenment, with a particular focus on the life and influence of … read more.

The Easter Exam

It has been suggested that the ultimate test for becoming a Unitarian Universalist minister is to sit in a room, with a single sheet of paper and a pen, and answer a single test question: “Explain Easter.” And then, in italicized parentheses underneath (….So that … read more.