This service near the beginning of the new year will, Janus-like, look both ways. Following a sermon message engaging Denise Levertov’s poem “Once Only” as its text, it will include a “Composting Communion,” then, in community, greet the New Year! Rev. Bruce A. Bode is Minister Emeritus at the Quimper Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (QUUF) in … Continue reading Once Only
During the sermon portion of the service, we will be meditating while listening to an audio recording by a well-liked Vipassana practitioner. Sandy Spears is on the board of Cedars. She has an M.Ed. in early childhood and is MACTE certified. She spends all day with 2 1/2 to 5-year-olds and sometimes forgets to code-switch when … Continue reading Meditation
Join us for our special Solstice Service. Let us gather together with songs, stories and ritual to honor the sacred darkness and prepare ourselves for the return of the sun. For location maps and parking information at The Island School look here. For childcare information email our office at office@CedarsUUChurch.org or call (206) 780-0373.
In this season of ding-a-ling-a-ling, what would it mean for us to find ourselves in what poet Billy Collins calls “the generous pocket of silence”? How might we be truly present in this season of anticipation?
We are entering what is for many of us a magical time of year. For others, though, these days come with sorrow and stress. How do we navigate the complexities of the holiday season? Rev. Kate Lore is a Unitarian Universalist minister known for her work in social justice and community ministry. She has served in various roles, … Continue reading However Long the Night
Hosted by The Music Committee Join us for a special service where we reflect on the hymns that have resonated through our hearts each month from February to November. In this soulful gathering, we’ll explore the melodies that have shaped our spiritual journey, delving into the rich tapestry of emotions woven into these hymns.
Radical Hospitality Join us for a time of gathering, sharing a meal, music, and meaningful conversations around the theology of Radical Hospitality and “Loving the Stranger”. Bring your curiosity and wisdom to share—plus, your favorite Brunch-y dish! Let’s connect and celebrate human togetherness.
In the early 60’s Directors of Religious Education were responding to parent and youth requests for help navigating the changing world of sexuality, when they joined forces with the UUA to create a new sexuality curriculum for middle schoolers, called About Your Sexuality (AYS). Today, we have the lifespan sexuality curriculum, Our Whole Lives (OWL), … Continue reading UUs and Sex Education
In-Person Service in Webster Hall at 10:00 a.m. Rev. April Frazier – Guest Minister Johanna Munson – Worship Associate Aikido is a martial art, as well as a philosophy and a spiritual practice. There are lessons we can take from our training on the mat out into the world. Aikido teaches us to practice centering, … Continue reading Early Lessons from Aikido: A Way Toward Peace
Rev. Jessica Star Rockers, Guest Minister Nancy Philip, Worship Associate Amidst a season of change—and in an era that often feels overwhelming and chaotic—let’s take a moment to remember those who came before us. We’ll gather inspiration from their creativity, express gratitude for their sacrifices, and imagine a future of joyful community care.
