Newcomers to the Sedona Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (SUUF) often say, “Wow, I’ve been a Unitarian for years without knowing it.” They’d evolved a UU approach to life before attending any UU Sunday service or event. They needed no convincing about the UU path. They’d discovered its value on their own, in their own heart and … Continue reading How to Know if You’re a UU [#34]
Unitarian Universalists (UU) have a diverse history. Most relish the freedom to draw on multiple spiritual sources, without being bound to a single tradition. UU Buddhists and UU Pagans claim a heritage that predates Christianity. UU Jews share with Unitarians in declaring the “the Lord is one,” and, with Universalists, in affirming that “all the … Continue reading Our Diverse Roots [#33]
On December 6th the SUUF COVID team met via Zoom to discuss the apparent increase in COVID and other serious viral infections in our area. The CDC has recently changed the risk level in both Yavapai and Coconino counties from Low to Medium. Regional hospitals have also seen an uptick in admissions of patients with … Continue reading Covid Safety Report – December 2022
When members of the Sedona Unitarian Universalist Fellowship gather, we ponder and discuss what makes life meaningful. For the rest of the week, we try to apply what we conclude to our everyday, mundane activities — such as making breakfast. To us, religion is about connectedness, about our relationships with ourselves, our local community, and … Continue reading Finding Meaning in the Mundane [#32]
William F. Schulz, former president of the Unitarian Universalist Association, 30 years ago summarized his theology in seven beliefs. They hold up well today: That the blessings of life are available to everyone, not just a chosen or saved few; That Creation itself is holy — the earth and all its creatures, the stars in … Continue reading A UU Declaration of Beliefs [#31]
Get your tickets NOW for this exciting holiday event & concert at the Hub on Sunday, December 18! Discounted tickets are on sale before/after our Sunday services on Dec 4 & 11 – or available online. Featuring the festive sounds of the 3MKi Band, it includes an appetizer and dessert buffet, along with mulled cider. … Continue reading Rockin’ Jolly Holiday Concert & Party
Unitarian Universalism (UU) has fewer members than other major religions. In fact, most Americans don’t even know it exists. Millions pass through high school and college without ever hearing or reading about it. That’s because most Americans traditionally recognize only three major religions: you’re either Catholic, Protestant or Jewish. Unitarian Universalism, a very different way … Continue reading How People Find UU [#30]
published on Nov 25, 2022
Members of the Sedona Unitarian Universalist Fellowship receive support and inspiration to… Lead a life of integrity guided by universal principles that uplift courage and compassion. Expand their heart and mind by learning from wisdom, science, and the world’s great prophets and teachers. Join in a centuries-old liberal tradition of reason and imagination. Value worthiness and liberation for … Continue reading What We Support and Inspire [#28]
Sunday services at the Sedona Unitarian Universalist Fellowship are a vessel for strengthening connections among the individuals who attend, among the congregational community, and beyond. Every element of UU worship has a relational purpose, serving to remind participants of, and connect them to, their faith, their values, their purpose, and the sacred mystery in which they live. UU … Continue reading The Aim of Our Worship [#27]
