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 two threads: imagination and its wilder offspring, creativity. His meditation … Continue reading Mother in the Mirror: Reflections
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=U1dlY1BSS1pPUnJpSXVaZG1ObU9kZz09Meeting ID: 822 8829 6993Passcode: Love KN95 or N95 … Continue reading Mental Health in an Anxious Time
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 Voltaire. Our Worship Services are In Person at 1893 N … Continue reading The Flame of Reason
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 your Unitarian Universalist congregation will understand—NOT AGREE–but understand…) On this, … Continue reading The Easter Exam
Often we think of the Easter “Resurrection” as literally bringing Jesus back to life after he died. But there is evidence that the early followers of Jesus experienced it as a demonstration that even the immense power of the Roman Empire could not defeat the power of the loving community that surrounded Jesus. We will … Continue reading The Trouble, Promise, and Challenge with Resurrection
The alchemy of grief as a UU. This Sunday’s service will explore the transformative power of grief through a Unitarian Universalist lens. Lynn will reflect on the alchemy of grief—how, within the UU tradition, sorrow can be transformed into compassion, connection, and healing. Our Worship Services are In Person at 1893 N Vasco Rd, Livermore, … Continue reading On Grief & Healing: A UU’s Journey
This homily explores the typical aspects of veganism with a focus on spirituality. I will share my experience, how small changes can help you, others and the planet. 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=U1dlY1BSS1pPUnJpSXVaZG1ObU9kZz09Meeting ID: 822 8829 … Continue reading Veganism, the Intersection Between Spirituality, Environmentalism, Health and Kindness
As Unitarian Universalists, we aspire to “hold love at the center”, but in these times, love seems in short supply. When daily stress overwhelms us, it is easy to lose sight of the power of love and the depth of our capacity to love one another – those close to us, and even those we … Continue reading Love Everlasting
Our values call us to live in the reality of the heartbreak of our world, remembering that: “No one is outside the circle of love.” How can we keep the circle and our hearts open when we may wish to ‘close ranks’? Whom, or what, do we trust when the winds of changes shift? Worship Associate; Carolyn … Continue reading The Open Circle
Join us for our annual Fundraising Kickoff Service, a special gathering focused on meeting the moment in our church through Stewardship and action and the impact of generosity in our church and beyond. Led by our dedicated Board of Trustees, this service will highlight how volunteering and giving has supported our ministries, outreach, and community … Continue reading Meet the Moment
