The Beloved Community” is a term that was first coined in the early days of the 20th Century by the philosopher-theologian Josiah Royce, who founded the Fellowship of Reconciliation. However, it was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., also a member of the Fellowship of Reconciliation, who popularized the term and invested it with a deeper … Continue reading The Seven Principles of UUism: Our Attempt at Beloved Community
As 2019 comes to a close it is important to really consider how much has happened, and all the things we have accomplished. I believe the winter season is the perfect time to do this. This Sunday we will be decorating trees, sharing memories, singing, and rejoicing in our friendships and the hard work we … Continue reading Celebrating Christmas 2019
Last Sunday we began a time called Advent in the Christian Calendar. I did not grow up with Advent though I did grow up Christian, so over the years I have had to learn to explore it on my own. There are many themes in this season, but the one that speaks to me the … Continue reading Waiting on Christmas: a Reflection on Advent
