A church of Atheists, Agnostics, Humanists, Secularists, and Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, and other spiritual seekers!? One of the most unique features of Unitarian Universalism is the expansiveness of our religious and philosophical embrace. It distinguishes us from every other religious tradition and yet is reflective of the world in which we live. It presents its own challenges and opportunities in creating beloved community. Join us as we explore our uniquely beautiful multireligious bouquet.

 

Our theme for community reflection this month is “Imagination.” What role does imagination play in creating a world that works for us?

 

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a Baptist minister, theologian, and a luminary of the movement for civil rights. His prophetic legacy was largely whitewashed to make him more palatable to mainstream culture. In seminary, I had the privilege of studying his life and writings and discovered a liberal religious prophet for our times. Join us as we encounter Dr. King anew and his radical message of liberation.

 

Photo Caption:  Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with readings of “Letter from Birmingham Jail” on January 17, 18, and 19. (PRNewsFoto/Eastern State Penitentiary)

 

Let us pause and take inventory of the good work of this church in the past year and chart a course for our ministry together in 2021. Join us as we explore the new ways we are called to minister to each other, our developmental priorities, and what might be born of the global experience of surviving a pandemic together.

 

Moving together through these challenging times, we find ourselves confronted by loss in so many dimensions. What might be there for us? Do we hold on or let go? UCLA Oncology Chaplain and popular guest speaker Michael Eselun will share reflections on these questions.

 

 

New Year Resolution Workshop

Increase your ability to follow-through and achieve success with New Year Resolutions - A 3 session workshop on Zoom

 

The New Year is the time we typically set out our list of things we want to do, change, see and accomplish. If you've had problems keeping those resolutions in the past, this workshop is where you want to start. Over the course of three sessions, Norm Richey, MSW and Certified Life Coach will introduce you to new skills that will help you achieve your resolution and goals for 2021.  

Limited to 12 people, the class will meet on the 1st Wednesday of the Month; Jan 6th, Feb 3rd, and March 3rd, from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. 

 

Please email Teri Lucas at uusmreassist@uusm.org to reserve your spot.