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!)”
Unitarian Universalists share a commitment to support UU’s Seven Principles, and now the Unitarian Universalist Association is proposing to adopt an Eighth Principle. It’s centered on a commitment to be accountable to work toward dismantling systemic white supremacy. Fellowship member Rick Spradlin, a lifelong student of theology, philosophy and ethical traditions, will offer a unique … Continue reading Rick Spradlin: Racial justice and the “Eighth Principle”
Depressed by current events? It’s hard not to be. There’s plenty of justification for a gloom outlook. But maybe there’s a bigger picture worth considering. Join us on this Sunday for a peek at a different perspective from Rick Spradlin.* Rick is our Fellowship’s lay leader. He’s a special education teacher by day and a … Continue reading Rick Spradlin: “The Arc of the Universe Bends Toward Justice”
We meet in person for Sunday services at 11 a.m., observing safety measure to reduce the risk of COVID-19. (See below.) Stephen Craft is chief assistant public defender for the Georgia Public Defender’s Office here in Columbus, where he supervises day-to-day operations of 23 attorneys. He’s been with the office since it was created … Continue reading Stephen A. Craft: a Defense Attorney on Justice and the Courts
