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Keep Going

Stories, wisdom and tales on keeping going. Of course, there’s a lot to be said for the wisdom of quitting too but this morning we’re focused on how to keep going – from potty training to pilgrimage! Video link to the sermon.

Divine Possibilities

We are seeing, across the country, attempts to legislate transgender individuals out of existence. The long history of transgender and gender queer experience teaches us that this effort will not succeed. Join us this Sunday in holding up our trans siblings in their full and divine personhood and envision the kind of future we can … Continue reading Divine Possibilities

War Makes War

War Makes War My faith calls me to work in service of peace and justice; I believe it is not only the right thing to do, but the only thing to do if we desire a future for the human race. Join us in exploring what makes us human and how we might affirm and … Continue reading War Makes War

Who Is This Country For?

“This land was made for you and me” the famous folk song goes. It feels particularly important this Fourth of July to think about who is included when we think about “Americans” and who is left out. Join us in exploring national identity and honoring the diversity of people and perspectives that make this country … Continue reading Who Is This Country For?

A Paradise Born in Hell

In times of disaster, people find courage and form extraordinary communities to bring hope and aid to each other. At times like this it’s important for us to be reminded of the power we have to make a difference in the world and in doing so transform ourselves. Video link to the sermon ***Rev. Hank … Continue reading A Paradise Born in Hell

Liberation Then and Now

Join us in celebrating Juneteenth, the holiday that commemorates the end of chattel slavery in the United States. Let us rejoice in what it means to be free and reflect on the work of continued liberation for ourselves and one another. Video link to the sermon

The Flower Sermon

Legend has it that the Buddha once “preached” an entire sermon without speaking. Instead, he held up a lotus blossom before his followers, and let the flower speak for itself. Once a year we celebrate a communion using flowers. If these flowers could speak, what would their message be to us?  Video Link to the … Continue reading The Flower Sermon