Thanksgiving can be a time of warmth, connection, and gratitude—but also of grief, memory, and reckoning. For many Indigenous peoples, this holiday brings reminders of loss and resilience. For others, it stirs personal sorrow amid celebration. This Sunday, we hold space for the full spectrum of this season—both thanksgiving and thanksgrieving. Through reflection, story, and … Continue reading Thanksgiving and Thanksgrieving
The Buddha once said, “My teachings are like a finger pointing to the moon. Don’t mistake the finger for the moon.” This Sunday, we explore the difference between the symbols and stories we use to describe truth—and the deeper truths themselves. As Unitarian Universalists, we draw from many sources: scripture, poetry, science, silence. But do … Continue reading Of Fingers and Moons
At the base of the Statue of Liberty, broken chains lie unnoticed by most—a quiet but powerful symbol of liberation from oppression. This Sunday, we turn our attention to the “hidden chains” in our lives and in our society: systems of injustice, internalized beliefs, and inherited burdens that still bind us. As Unitarian Universalists, we … Continue reading The Hidden Chains
War has been called many things—necessary, honorable, tragic—but it has also been rightly named for what it is: hell. This Sunday, we explore the moral and spiritual toll of war—not just on soldiers and civilians, but on the human spirit. As Unitarian Universalists committed to peace, justice, and the inherent worth and dignity of every … Continue reading War is Hell
An elephant, despite its strength and size, can be controlled by a simple stick because of belief and conditioning. What “small sticks” control us? Old fears, outdated assumptions, and inherited limitations can keep us bound, even when we possess great power. This service invites us to reflect on the hidden forces—personal and cultural—that shape our … Continue reading The Elephant and The Stick
This Sunday Service will introduce us to a new word and another way to see ourselves and our world. “Yielbongura” is a West African word from the Dagara people of Burkina Faso. It means being aware of the existence of that which is more than literal knowledge. It reminds us that our learned understanding of … Continue reading Yielbongura -The Thing that Knowledge Cannot Eat
This service honors Indigenous Peoples’ Day by centering the stories, wisdom, and resilience of Native peoples, past and present. We will reflect on the truth of our shared history, the ongoing struggles for justice, and the gifts that Indigenous traditions bring to our spiritual journey. Together, we will ask: How can we as Unitarian Universalists … Continue reading Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Our Unitarian Universalist faith continues to grow, guided by evolving principles that place Love at the center. In this service, we explore what it means to let Love be the grounding force of our personal lives and our collective community. Love calls us to compassion, justice, and interdependence—shaping not only what we believe, but how … Continue reading Love At The Center
Rev. Anthony’s Personal Story – Part Two In the second part of his personal narrative, Rev. Anthony Mtuaswa Johnson continues to share the challenges, insights, and awakenings that have guided his life and ministry. This service offers a deeper look into how identity, justice, and faith have converged in his ongoing journey. Come prepared to … Continue reading The Road to Now
Rev. Anthony’s Personal Story – Part One Join us for the first in a two-part series as Rev. Anthony Mtuaswa Johnson shares his personal story of transformation, calling, and connection. In this installment, Rev. Anthony reflects on his early life, ancestral influences, and the winding path that led him to ministry. Through storytelling and spirit, … Continue reading The Roots that Ground Us
