Peace is our theme for May, and peace begins with us. Rev. Chandika Phea is an author, a speaker, an athlete and a friend of the Fellowship. She’ll talk about “words, the power we are and the contribution of both to the experience of peace.”
Our theme for May is “Let there be peace,” and peace starts with us. Fellowship member Joanie Andras will explore how to talk with people of differing viewpoints. She’ll do that with a focus on the Second Principle of Unitarian Universalism: justice, equity and compassion in human relations. Joanie Andras teaches mindfulness and Buddhist studies … Continue reading Joanie Andras: “The Dialogue of Peace”
In response to events in Ukraine, and around the world, our theme for May is “Let There Be Peace.” Dr. Joyce Hickson begins the series this Sunday with a talk about how peace begins within ourselves.
David Smith is a Fellowship member we haven’t seen in awhile. He’s been busy advocating and organizing for human rights in Georgia—especially voting rights. Now he’s working for Fair Count, a nonprofit “committed to building long-term power in rural Georgia.” David will talk about how he got involved in Fair Count and why it’s unique. … Continue reading David Smith: “Empowering Rural Georgia”
Rick Spradlin, our lay leader, is a special educator by day and a lifelong student of comparative religion. He he keeps us on track a couple times a month with explorations of the Seven Principles of Unitarian Universalism. On this Sunday he’ll explore the ideas of Easter and eternal hope with a unique UU perspective.
Fellowship member J. Aaron Poole discusses what led him to totally disengage from social media and the unexpected spiritual discovery that followed as result. Aaron’s a lifelong musician and United Stated Air Force veteran. He says he “somehow managed to earn a BS in Applied Sociology from Columbus State University despite simultaneously pursuing a post-military … Continue reading J. Aaron Poole: a Spiritual Discovery After Quitting Social Media
Guest speaker Dr. Scott Wilkerson has taught at Columbus State University since 2009. Our services also include music, meditation and optional opportunities to share what’s important in your life. Dr. Wilkerson has published two books of poetry and five plays. He’ss edited an anthology of Georgia poetry, and he’s written the libretti for three operas, … Continue reading Guest speaker: CSU poet Carey Scott Wilkerson
Guest speakers Brad Barnes and Jenn Collins of Dew Point Farm report that about 21 percent of people in Columbus don’t know how their next meal is getting to the table. They’ll talk about how even a tiny garden can help take a bite out of the problem. We meet in person Sundays at 11 … Continue reading The Sunday talk—”Level Ground: Taking a Bite Out of Food Insecurity”
Rick Spradlin, our lay leader, is a member of our Fellowship and a long-time student of comparative religion. His talks are often centered on one of the Seven Principles of Unitarian Universalism. Key concepts include reason, tolerance and freedom and also respect, compassion and love. Our services also include readings, music, meditation and opportunities (always … Continue reading Rick Spradlin on “What Do Unitarian Universalists Believe?”
Guest speaker Jacob Biel is a Columbus attorney and a world traveler. He was born in China in 1945, where his parents lived as stateless residents. His grandparents had emigrated from Russia to China. Beil is a graduate of Columbus High School, Mercer University and the Mercer University law school. He is also a member … Continue reading Jacob Biel: “Growing up Jewish in China”
