Rev. Becky Leyser is an ordained UU Community Minister, affiliated with UUCiL. A graduate of Starr King School for the Ministry, she has functioned as a chaplain and spiritual director for the last 9 years. She was ordained by this church in July of 2023.
Recently a therapist friend and I were talking about how the gauge of the Universe seems as if it has been turned up on many of the variables of our lives – health issues, politics, religion and other ways of making meaning, the health of the Earth. My friend said, “The one thing that gives … Continue reading Where I Stand
For many, myself included, life seems to have turned up the heat. I find myself rubbing elbows more often with grief, anticipatory grief, and sorrow. What can these feelings teach us and inspire within us? Our Worship Services are In Person at 1893 N Vasco Rd, Livermore, CA 94551. You can attend services online at … Continue reading The Gifts of Grief
These days we all know people that we love but with whom we have serious disagreements. Is it possible to have conversations in these circumstances? Or are we doomed to cut ourselves off from those who disagree? We will explore. Our Worship Services are In Person at 1893 N Vasco Rd, Livermore, CA 94551. You … Continue reading Conversations with Loved Ones When We Disagree
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 masks are available at the Welcome Desk for those who desire them. We ask that you attend services on Zoom if you are … Continue reading The World’s on Fire, Now What?
Whether we find ourselves on different sides of an issue, or we are in complete agreement, how we approach one another makes a difference to our relationship. What do we need to know to get past the vote we just made? (Coffee, snacks, and informal conversation about the election and related topics after the service.) … Continue reading Ok the voting is done. Now what?
