This ceremony aims to deepen the meaning of our seventh principle: “Respect forthe interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.” Feel free to bringyour own rocks and/or water collected from the far reaches of the world or from yourown little corner to contribute to this uniquely UU service.
Endings are always challenging. They bring with them feelings of sorrow, anger, and fear. But wisdom reminds us that with an ending comes a new beginning. Many of us worry that the world as we once knew it has perished, and a new one is forming. So, who will we be in this new world? … Continue reading Aug. 17: At the Beginning of the World
We celebrate this intergenerational and unique UU ritual along with congregations around the country. Designed during lead-up to World War II, flower communion is an expression of the worth of human life in all its diversity. Of course it is also a celebration of spring, and marks the end of our regular church year. Join … Continue reading Sunday Service: Flower Communion
R.E. Children and Youth will be in charge of this service. It will include a celebration of our year and presentations from Youth and elementary children. We hope you’ll join us! Presenters & Service Leaders: Adriane Ruther, Celia Ellison and the Hopedale Kids Religious Education: Intergenerational Service Monthly Potluck Follows Service
Narrative is one of the primary modes of human thought. It is the way we articulate cause and effect, before and after. It is the way we define the good person, the good life, success, happiness, the balance between individual desire and social responsibility. The traditional stories that have been handed down to us are … Continue reading Sunday Service: Better Stories
“May the Fourth Be with You” on this day when we will come together and consider the ideas of “The Force” in Star Wars and other traditions. Join Diane Wright as we explore the connections between these concepts and the world in which we find ourselves right now. Presenter: Diane Wright, Service Leader: Patty Klingenberg, … Continue reading Sunday Service: The Jedi and the Juggernaut: Reflections of May the Fourth
Since 1970, PRIDE activities have been held throughout the month of June. Drawing from diverse sources – the Book of Proverbs, Merriam-Webster, U2’s Bono, Pride Month history, Unitarian Universalism values, and our own experiences – we will consider the complexity and power of the notion of “pride.” This service helps wrap up the Spring Adult … Continue reading Sunday Service: PRIDE: What More in the Name of Love?
Suellyn Shupe’s recent visit to the Cloud Forest in Guatemala showed her connections she hadn’t made before, and really brought home how important it is that we all cultivate “respect for the interdependent web of all existence.” She will share examples of direct connections between Ohio and Guatemala by way of birds, plants, food, and human cultures … Continue reading Sunday Service: We Are All Connected
As Unitarian Universalists we affirm and promote a free and responsible search for truth and meaning; thus, we do not always believe the same things as one another, even as we worship together. Join service leader Celia Ellison as we hear about the personal religious beliefs of three of our congregants: Krystal McKinney; Katie Rottner; … Continue reading Sunday Service: This I Believe
What song or piece of music has great meaning for you? If you had one piece to listen to forever, what would it be? Several congregants will share their favorites, saying a little bit about why they were chosen. Email or text Jennifer Blue (bluejm@miamioh.edu, 513-593-3220) to see if there’s still room for your favorite! … Continue reading Sunday Service: Desert Island Discs
