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As we light the chalice may our souls become its hearth. We join our hearts to the one great flame of bright compassion, Beloved Community, and fervent justice. May we become lanterns to the world, lighting the way for all.Chalice Lighting | By Bear W. Qolezcua | September 7, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: 1st Principle (Worth & Dignity), 2nd Principle (Justice, Equity, & Compassion), 6th Principle (World Community), Community, Compassion, Hope, Humanism, JusticeWorship element -
We gather together this morning tenderly—like drops of dew on a leaf of grass hopefully—like gathered raindrops in a cloud gleefully—like water rushing in a stream to the sea deeply—like groundwater pulled up from a well We gather from every direction, for another year of growth and depth,...Opening | By Molly Housh Gordon | September 4, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Beginnings, Community, Earth, Earth-Centered, Homecoming / Ingathering, Interdependence, Nature, Water CommunionWorship element -
The Transcendentalists practiced the art of forming and maintaining spiritual friendships transcending differences of gender, social location, theology, politics, and race.By John A. Buehrens | September 1, 2019 | From UU WorldTagged as: Community, Connections, Friendship, History, Interdependence, Justice, UU History, UU IdentityPage/Article -
It is easy to hold up a light and declare that everyone is welcome. It is harder to build a place where everyone is truly at home.By Susan Frederick-Gray | September 1, 2019 | From UU WorldTagged as: Commitment, Community, Covenant, Race/EthnicityPage/Article -
Questions probing the heart of Unitarian Universalism.Feature | By Elandria Williams, Carey McDonald, The Rev. Mr. Barb Greve, Sofía Betancourt, Elías Ortega | September 1, 2019 | From UU WorldTagged as: Change, Commitment, Community, Covenant, General Assembly, Multiculturalism, UU TheologyPage/Article -
We do not light candles because we believe they have a supernatural power to them, but we do believe there is power in standing together in these moments.By Liz James | September 1, 2019 | From LifeTagged as: Community, Solidarity, WorshipPage/Article -
Highlights from the UUA General Assembly in Spokane, Washington, June 19–23.By John Benford, Nancy Pierce, Sonja L. Cohen | September 1, 2019 | From LifeTagged as: Commitment, Community, General Assembly, InterdependencePage/Article -
We don’t always know what comes next, but that cannot dissuade us.Meditation | By Julián Jamaica Soto | June 17, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Community, Covenant, Home, Hope, Interdependence, Purpose, Relationships, Unitarian UniversalismWorship element -
If justice is to be realized, our voices must speak loudly—even boisterously—of love.Reflection | By Lindasusan Ulrich | June 5, 2019 | From Braver/WiserTagged as: 2nd Principle (Justice, Equity, & Compassion), 6th Principle (World Community), 7th Principle (Interconnected Web), America, Animals, Community, Direct Experience, Earth-Centered, Globalism, Humanism, Interdependence, July 4th, Justice, Love, Nature, Purpose, Relationships, SecularPage/Article -
Let us imagine for a moment that our lives are like the baskets that our children will use after the service to collect colorful eggs and candy. And as we welcome that imaginative connection, let us pause for a moment to accept a blessing....Blessing | By Lucas Hergert | May 27, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Abundance, Awe, Beauty, Community, Compassion, Easter, Family, Generosity, Gratitude, Happiness, JoyWorship element -
We light this chalice—symbol of our faith alive in this world— naming our vision of collective liberation, and daring to re-member each other into beloved community.Chalice Lighting | By Deanna Vandiver | May 27, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: 1st Principle (Worth & Dignity), 6th Principle (World Community), Anti-Oppression, Commitment, Community, Faith, Freedom, Hope, Justice, Living Our Faith, Oppression, VisionWorship element -
Similar to people, the only way Emperor penguins thrive is in community.Story | By Marisol Caballero | May 15, 2019 (reviewed June 2025) | For Children, Families, Multigenerational | From Faith Curricula LibraryTagged as: Community, Interdependence, NatureCurriculum page -
When we can gently hold things steady, change comes from within; that’s where the real growth happens.Reflection | By Alix Klingenberg | May 15, 2019 | From Braver/WiserTagged as: 3rd Principle (Acceptance & Spiritual Growth), 4th Principle (Truth & Meaning), Change, Community, Direct Experience, Growth, Humanism, Integrity, Leadership, Secular, TrustPage/Article -
When I say go in peace, I don’t mean “go in mindless oblivion.” When I say go in peace, I don’t mean “go without challenging yourself or others.” When I say go in peace, I don’t mean “go in utter ease and comfort.” When I say go in peace, I mean “go in peace, seeking justice.”...Benediction | By Jim Magaw | May 6, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Activism, Challenge, Commitment, Community, Compassion, Courage, Humanism, Justice, Love, Peace, Secular, ServiceWorship element -
This is the story of a young girl named Amelia. Amelia was fascinated by tales of people with super powers, like Wonder Woman, or magic like Harry Potter. She yearned to have powers like that so she could help people. Like the boy she often saw sitting all alone at lunch, looking very sad....Story | By Gail Sphar | April 28, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Caring, Change, Community, Compassion, Courage, Environment, Inclusion, Kindness, Leadership, StrengthWorship element -
You are welcome here no matter who you are, no matter where you come from, no matter what your background. You are welcome here to join us as we proclaim worth in our spiritual journeys. You are welcome to join us as we sing songs that uplift our very beings....Welcome | By Dan Lambert | April 25, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Community, Humanism, Purpose, Secular, Unitarian UniversalismWorship element -
Black Lives of Unitarian Universalism drafts bylaws, introduces membership program, and works to end cash bail.By Elaine McArdle | April 24, 2019 | From UU WorldTagged as: Community, Criminal Justice, Justice, Race/Ethnicity, UU TheologyPage/Article -
Ours is a spiritual community where we find and forge connection. We trust in the strength of our mutual support, knowing how it has sustained us, day after day, year after year. Today we hold in the light: _________ and we lift up: _________ Now you are invited to recall the names of persons or...Meditation | By Kelly Murphy Mason | March 27, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Community, Compassion, Faith, Gratitude, Hope, Joy, Joys & Concerns, Love, Sorrow, TrustWorship element -
Spirit of Life, help us to be present with all that is our life, both our deepest sorrows and our greatest joys, so that we can truly live: engaging fully in our own life and in our community. Spirit of Community, Help us know how linked we are, how each one of our cares touches us all....Prayer | By Liz Weber | March 17, 2019 | From WorshipWebTagged as: Activism, Anti-Oppression, Caring, Challenge, Community, Courage, Empathy, Interdependence, Justice, KindnessWorship element -
What could you accomplish this week if you knew you had a ground team wishing you well? Who are the other explorers around you, needing a word of encouragement that would mean so much coming from you?Reflection | By Monica Dobbins | March 13, 2019 | From Braver/WiserTagged as: 3rd Principle (Acceptance & Spiritual Growth), 4th Principle (Truth & Meaning), Community, Direct Experience, Friendship, Hope, Humanism, Relationships, Science, Secular, VulnerabilityPage/Article