Thirty-five years ago this past Valentines Day, the Voyager 1 satellite took a photo of tiny “mote of dust.” It was the planet earth, seen from 3.7 billion miles away. Astronomer Carl Sagan dubbed it a “pale blue dot.” Fellowship member Bill Harlan will revisit the dot through a Unitarian Universalist lens. Sunday services begin … Continue reading Bill Harlan: Thoughts about the pale blue dot
What times we live in. Long-time Fellowship member Connie Ussery will talk about the only time and the only place in which we can actually live—the present. Sunday services begin at 11 a.m., but join us early for coffee and conversation. Visitors and guests are always welcome at our progressive Fellowship. Services include a talk, … Continue reading Connie Ussery: “Embracing the moment can free us from fear.”
Rev. Marti Keller will present “a valentine to friendship.” She’ll talk about how we are changed for the good by this kind of love. Friendship will be on our minds this Sunday, coming after memorial services for longtime Fellowship members Ed Wilson (which was Saturday, Feb. 8) and Dick McMichael (which will be Saturday, Feb. … Continue reading Rev. Marti Keller: “Because I Knew You”
Socinian? It’s a term sometimes used to describe any kind of Christian dissent. However, as originally formulated in 16th century Italy, the meaning was specific. Socinians regarded Christ quite differently than commonly held views. As theological renegades, the original Socinians had a profound impact on early Unitarians and Universalists. Fellowship member John Kamisky will talk … Continue reading John Kamisky on our “Socinian” roots
It’s the Third Principle of Unitarian Universalism: “Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations.” Join us this Sunday as we celebrate the tenth anniversary of our first service at Grace Fellowship Hall. We’ll explore a decade of spiritual adventures.. Sunday services begin at 11 a.m., but join us early for … Continue reading A decade at Grace Fellowship Hall, supporting personal spiritual growth
Our guest speaker, Ella Jongebreur, is working on a master’s degree at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, where she studies global health systems. She’ll talk about how improving those systems intersects with the principles and values of Unitarian Universalism. Sunday services begin at 11 a.m., but join us early for coffee and conversation. Visitors are … Continue reading Global health, live from Denmark!
Our guest speaker.Tiffany Hughes, is director of wildlife rehab at Savage Hart, a wildlife rescue group. She’ll talk about that group’s work and how everyone can help. Sunday services begin at 11 a.m., but join us early for coffee and conversation. Visitors and guests are always welcome at our progressive Fellowship. Services include a talk, … Continue reading Tiffany Hughes: Savage Hart
On the eve of Martin Luther King Day, Rev. Marti Keller examines the life of Theodore Parker, a 19th century Unitarian minister and abolitionist, He coined the idea that the arc of human history bends toward justice—a theme that Rev. King famously amplified. Sunday services begin at 11 a.m., but join us early for coffee … Continue reading Rev. Marti Keller: “Arc Bending—a look at a Unitarian hero (and heretic!)”
Guest speaker Billie Jean Collins, an expert on the Hittite culture, will talk about epic of Gilgamesh. It’s an adventure story from ancient Mesopotamia, complete with heros, villains, monsters and lessons relevant for today. Sunday services begin at 11 a.m., but join us early for coffee and conversation. Visitors and guests are always welcome at … Continue reading Billie Jean Collins: the story of Gilgamesh
Fellowship member Connie Ussery will explore the Unitarian Universalist hymn “Let It Be A Dance” as a template for “finding joy in good times and hard times.” (Dick McMichael, originally scheduled to be our speaker, will present “My Columbus” next month. Check this website for details.) Connie Ussery is a retired teacher and librarian and … Continue reading Connie Ussery: Let it be a dance in 2025
