On the one hand, pride is one of those seven deadly sins we've been discussing. On the other hand, we may recall LGBTQ and Black "Pride" movements as means of insisting on value and overcoming the debilitating effects of shame.

Lust

Jun 2nd, 2013 22m 12s

What a topic for a sermon, eh?

Envy

May 26th, 2013 23m

Envy is perhaps the "least fun" of the seven deadly sins, but one remedy for it is mudita, a practice which we can use to celebrate and share in the good fortune of others.

Wrath

May 19th, 2013 22m 21s

The emotion of anger or wrath often provokes aggression, but it also can provide a useful practice ground as we seek to apply our faith to the important work of connection.

From Greed to Grace

Apr 14th, 2013 21m 18s

This month we begin our annual stewardship campaign. Against that backdrop, here some thoughts on greed, as we continue our investigation of the seven deadly sins.

Jesus, Zombies, and the Half-Way House of Reason

Mar 31st, 2013 22m 18s

On Easter Day, let us consider the necessary, enlivening, and redemptive power of love.

Sloth

Mar 24th, 2013 19m 52s

As we celebrate our annual Flower Communion, here is a meditation on sloth. Consider the "lillies in the field" as we examine our own tendencies to connect and disconnect with others.

Would You Listen to Yourself?

Mar 10th, 2013 22m 2s

Creating connections by helping each other to listen to our deepest selves, open to life's gifts, and serve needs greater than our own.

Restoration to Modern

Jan 13th, 2013 22m 36s

A meditation on change and growth.

Gluttony

Jan 6th, 2013 22m 8s

A meditation on one of the seven deadly sins.

The Word Made Flesh

Dec 23rd, 2012 23m 30s

How do we make love real?

Rededicating the Temple

Dec 16th, 2012 19m 37s

A new look at the ancient tradition of "the festival of lights" on the last day of Hanukkah, 2012.

Mindful Nation

Nov 11th, 2012 25m 52s

In his book, "A Mindful Nation," Representative Tim Ryan discusses how the simple practice of mindfulness could help our nation. How can we apply these lessons to our own Congregation?

Taqwacore: Punk Islam

Oct 21st, 2012 22m 49s

Inspired by a novel by Michael Muhammad Knight, "Taqwacore" is an punk music movement that wrestles with the culture and interpretation of Islam. We explore this movement as we celebrate our fourth UU principle, "to promote a free and responsib

Blessed Affliction

Oct 7th, 2012 24m 44s

A sermon on the third principle of Unitarian Universalism: Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregation.

Just Love: Sexual Ethics for Our Time and Our Healing

Sep 23rd, 2012 25m 17s

Who we love is a subject of hate. There is fear that acceptance of same-sex marriage and of LGBT folk would mean "anything goes," that we have become disconnected from any moral constraints whatsoever. Not in the least! The prospect of a societ

Going into Labor

Sep 2nd, 2012 19m 26s

Celebrating Labor Day, and looking at spiritual meanings of our work.

Desire!

Aug 26th, 2012 23m 41s

Why do we want what we want? Where do desires come from, and what can we do when wanting is making us miserable?

What Growing Looks Like

Aug 19th, 2012 22m 36s

We help our kids grow, and they help us. We'll celebrate our kids and our religious education as we install our new Director of Religious Education.

Holy Dialog

Aug 12th, 2012 22m 44s

How ironic! A monologue on dialog.

There Is No Other Life

Jul 22nd, 2012 4m 10s

A short meditation on beat theology, inspired by Gary Snyder.

Not for Sale?

Jul 15th, 2012 24m 18s

In this election year, what can't you buy?

Fathering Yourself

Jun 17th, 2012 21m 40s

How to be a "good enough" father -- to yourself.

Atheist Spirituality

Jun 10th, 2012 24m 18s

Yes, indeed, it is possible to be in favor of equanimity and compassion even if, by chance, you suspect the word "God" has no referent. It's possible to be in favor of religion even if it isn't belief centric, and in favor of faith without susp

Mission? Impossible?

Jun 3rd, 2012 26m 27s

What is a useful and functional statement of mission for a religiously liberal congregation? For what is it useful and functional? And how do we get one?