Many Unitarian Universalist congregants are saddened by the discord in our culture and our world. They see examples of a harsh fundamentalism in religion, and a bitter, exclusionary, anti-democratic emphasis in politics. They are concerned about a nation that cages undocumented children and shrinks from condemning violent white supremacists, that threatens the autonomy of women’s … Continue reading Our Concerns about Society [#26]
Unitarians don’t base their theology on any single book. A Unitarian worship leader’s message sources are unlimited. On any given Sunday, UU minister Anthony Mtuaswa Johnson, might base his sermon on a song lyric, an inspiring story, an episode in history, or on poems presented by congregation members. UU Music Director, Susannah Martin, might include … Continue reading Our Congregational Autonomy [#25]
On Friday, November 11, SUUF will celebrate the artists Waddell: John and Ruth, longtime, well-loved SUUF members … and Ruth’s 97th birthday, at Mary Fisher Theater. In celebration of her birthday, of their contribution to the art world, and of our spiritual community, SUUF is sponsoring a showing of the film, RISING, at 7:00p.m. Please join us for this inspirational celebration.
After an extensive discussion during our meeting on October 18th, all the members of our SUUF Covid Team agreed to make a recommendation to the SUUF Board of Directors that we revise our current policy regarding precautions during Sunday services. The requirement, or at least strong recommendation, for masking by all attendees was originally intended … Continue reading Covid Safety Report – October 2022
published on Oct 21, 2022
Some congregations are slow to include newcomers. Not the Sedona Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (SUUF). Although grounded in a centuries-old tradition, they remain wide open to new people and new interpretations of what it means to live out this perspective on life. UUs don’t want to miss the beauty each individual brings. They know individuals inevitably differ in … Continue reading How We View Newcomers [#23]
Unitarian Universalists vary in their approach to prayer—regarding both what it means and how it might happen. UUs generally agree that prayer is aligning our full attention with something greater or something deeply internal. But individuals approach prayer differently. Some focus on meditation, the slowing of thoughts and the deliberate placing of attention on the present moment. … Continue reading How We Pray [#22]
What do Unitarian Universalists worship? They know they are not at the center of the universe. Something larger, much grander and wiser than themselves, exists. But what is that “something larger”? Their answers vary, depending on their individual theology. Some believe what’s larger is the integrated wisdom drawn from seekers’ spiritual explorations. Some believe it’s whatever … Continue reading How We View Worship [#21]
Unitarian Universalists are called to respond to the world by feeling its sorrows, as well as its joys. At times, they are heartbroken about some conditions in our country and the world, but they never despair. They feel grateful for their extraordinary legacy of independence. They know that they are blessed with the gift of freedom to believe or to doubt, and with the gift … Continue reading What Gives Us Deep Concern and Joy [#20]
Our Covid Safety Team met via Zoom on 8/30/2022 to discuss recommendations for the congregation when services resume for the coming year. While the official CDC community level for Sedona and the Verde Valley is rated as Low, we are continuing to see frequent cases occurring in our area, most of which are mild but … Continue reading Covid Safety Recommendations (September 2022)
