Finding Thanks
When the world, or your world is in turmoil it can be hard to find things for which to be thankful. This thanksgiving we may have to look a little harder but when we look, we will find.
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Filling and Spilling the Horn of Plenty.
The Thanksgiving harvest symbol of the cornucopia, the “horn of plenty,” has ancient roots in Greek mythology, but can this symbol of abundance help us embrace gratitude? This service explores how gratitude and abundance intersect in our UU value of generosity.
Five Kernels of Corn: A Thanksgiving Message
On the table, next to every plate at the first Thanksgiving were five kernels of corn. What did this represent and what can we learn from this tradition?
Sacred Sands, the Spirit of the Indiana Dunes.
The Indiana Dunes is a place of beauty, but it’s history is filled with intrigue. A reflection on the book Where the Water Goes Around: Beloved Detroit by activist and Minister, Bill Wylie Kellerman.
Spider Wisdom
Nancy Irons for CUUPs Celebrating Samhain, the final Pagan harvest festival and the Pagan New Year. This year we will be exploring Spider Wisdom. Spiders, sinister creepy crawlers vs patient weavers extraordinaire? Join us and decide. Costumes welcome! Please bring change or small bills to contribute to UNICEF during the Oct. 26thservice. Thank you!
Grief & Love: Being Present
An exploration of how grief shows up in our lives and how we can show up for each other in grief. Grief is not only related to the death of a person. Grief is praise for what the Holy has so generously given. Grieving in community eases the burden of loss and ultimately lifts us … Continue reading Grief & Love: Being Present
Joni Mitchell: Poet Singer
We will learn about Mitchell’s life and sing her music.
A Peaceful Transfer Of…
To Seek and to Save the Lost.
The power of unity in us all. The spiritual pilgrimage of a transgender woman. My work with transgender children, youth and adults.
In Sweet Fields of Autumn-A Second Harvest Celebration
February Sky (Presenters Susan Urban & Phil Cooper) Title: (Mabon or Harvest Home) Bring an Autumn Harvest fruit, food or decoration to church (e.g. apples, corn, wheat, squash, acorns, autumn leaves, pine cones, etc.). We will celebrate Harvest Home, say a fond goodbye to Summer and reflect on the winter to come.