Archives: Services

Marks of Meaning: The Sacred Stories Tattoos Tell

Our bodies tell stories. They are archives of our journeys, our trials, our beliefs, and our joys. This Sunday, we reflect on a tradition as ancient as humanity—tattooing—not just as body art, but as a sacred text written on skin. National Tattoo Day is Thursday, July 17th.

Considering Reincarnation

We welcome back our friend Bill Groves. Bill’s talk first examines the history of how western religions historically have a surprisingly deep association with reincarnation within their mystical traditions.  Specifically considered are Christianity and Islam.  He will then discuss why he is personally compelled to believe in reincarnation and will share some of his own … Continue reading Considering Reincarnation

Generations of Resilience

This Sunday, let us reflect on historic examples of social and religious movements, from our own faith and beyond, that have faced challenging set-backs and despite it all, grounded themselves in hope and found the courage to move forward.

Surviving The Present Times

What are we to do when one’s country seems to have gone off the rails? Priority number one is to keep perspective and a positive attitude, even while staying informed and engaged. Singer-songwriter and onetime journalist Rod MacDonald looks for the wisdom and humor in our situation, writing and singing to rise above the moment … Continue reading Surviving The Present Times

Faith & Pride: Conversations at the Crossroads

As Unitarian Universalists, we affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person—and that includes honoring the wholeness of LGBTQ lives. In this special Q&A-style service, we sit down with nationally recognized furniture industry leader Mitchell Gold, who is also a fervent advocate to end the immense harm to LGBTQ people, especially innocent, vulnerable teens, from … Continue reading Faith & Pride: Conversations at the Crossroads

Playing With The Italians

Join us as we honor Memorial Day with an award-winning sermon by Dr. Edward Frost. We were very fortunate to have him with us for several years after he retired from the UU Congregation of Atlanta. In this video of “Playing with the Italians,” Edward Frost shares about a workshop in which participants were asked to reflect … Continue reading Playing With The Italians

Annual Congregational Meeting

This Sunday’s service is our annual congregational meeting which celebrates our 5th Principle: The Right of Conscience and the Use of the Democratic Process Within Our Congregations and in Society at Large. “In our religious lives, the democratic process requires trust in the development of each individual conscience—a belief that such development is possible for … Continue reading Annual Congregational Meeting