Fellowship member Amanda Jones lives in east Alabama. The full title of her talk is “A Historians Account of the Colonization of East Alabama.” Sunday services begin at 11 a.m., but join us early for coffee and conversation. Visitors and guests are always welcome. Amanda is a student of mindfulness and meditation, as taught by … Continue reading Amanda Jones” “The Colonization of East Alabama”
Unitarian Universalist chaplain, Lt. Col., George Tyger, who wrote, “Memorial Day is not to be celebrated. It is to be observed, scrutinized, and witnessed on behalf of the true witnesses of our human failure to love our neighbor as ourselves.” Fellowship President Connie Ussery has explored that idea. She and a couple other members of … Continue reading Memorials in Columbus
In William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet,” Juliet asks, “What’s in a name?” Many of us thought the playwright meant…well, we’re not sure. Maybe not much. Guest speaker Rev. Marti Keller will lead an exploration of naming and names that will argue otherwise. Come prepared to share and research or own name. Or names! Sunday services begin … Continue reading Rev. Marti Keller: “What’s in a Name?”
We’ll celebrate spring and renewal with a traditional Unitarian Universalist ceremony that was created by two Unitarian ministers. Rev. Maja Capek and Rev. Norbert Capek (who were married) founded the Unitarian ministry in Czechoslovakia. She escaped arrest by the Nazis in the 1930s and brought the ceremony to the United States. Her husband died at … Continue reading The UU Flower Ceremony
Cinco de Mayo celebrations traditionally honor the Mexican victory in 1862 over the French forces of Napoleon III. However, the modern cultural significance of Cinco de Mayo is complicated. Our guest speaker, Adela Garcia Duncan, will talk about that. Sunday services begin at 11 a.m. but join us early for coffee and conversation. Visitors and … Continue reading Adela Duncan on Cinco de Mayo
Guest speaker Stephen Johnson owns a unique piece of land on Flat Shoals Creek. It’s home to one of the few remaining habitats of the rare and spectacular spider lily. Stephen has protected this small but invaluable part of Georgia for years. For a few days in May, when the lilies bloom, he opens his … Continue reading Stephen Johnson on spider lilies
The Buddha said, “Be a lamp unto thyself.” It’s also the title of a Unitarian Universalist hymn. But what does it mean? Who better to explore that question from a Unitarian Universalist perspective than Joanie Andras? Joanie is an ordained Buddhist nun. She also teaches meditation and Buddhist studies at our Fellowship. Join us this … Continue reading Joanie Andras: “Be A Lamp Unto Thyself”
Fellowship member Amanda Jones will talk about how the experience of awe can change our lives. New research backs that up. Amanda is a student of mindfulness and meditation, as taught by Thích Nhất Hahn and Plum Village. She’s one of the leaders of Buddhist studies and meditation at our Fellowship. Amanda also has more … Continue reading Amanda Jones: “The Benefits of Awe”
Guest speaker Les Dean will talk about how dialogue can build understanding between Christians and Jews. Sunday services begin at 11 a.m. Join us before the service for conversation. Visitors and guests are always welcome. But wait, there’s more! On the first Sunday of the month we have a potluck lunch after the service. Visitors … Continue reading Les Dean: “Understanding Between Christians and Jews”
The story of Easter is central to Christianity, but its message of rebirth spans many religions, traditions, and cultures. Join us Easter Sunday for a Unitarian Universalist perspective. We’ll emphasize transformation, rebirth and a poet’s advice to “practice resurrection.” Plus, a story for kids. The service begins at 11 a.m., but join us early for … Continue reading An Easter service: “practice resurrection”
