January 4 - Rev. Judy, “Fire Communion: Like a Phoenix Rising”

As we begin the New Year, the Phoenix has been on my mind. That legendary bird who rises up from the ashes of its predecessor. The Phoenix is a powerful symbol of rebirth, renewal, transformation, and resilience. We will explore personal and global examples and how this symbol connects with our own lives. The service will include a fire ceremony where we burn away things we want to let go of, as well as offer a prayer or set an intention for rebirth in the new year. Please join us.

January 11 - Rev. Byron Tyler Coles, “At the Beginning of the World”

Whether they come as a surprise or not, endings are always challenging. They bring with them feelings of sorrow, anger, and fear. But wisdom reminds us that with an ending comes a new beginning. The world as we once knew it has perished and a new one is forming. So, who will we be in this new world? What stuff will we create with? And how will we minister in the new world? Video sermon by Rev. Byron Tyler Coles, Congregational Life Staff in the Southern Region.

January 18 - Rev. Judy, “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Sunday”

Did you know that the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke at our Unitarian Universalist General Assembly (GA) in 1966 and at the funeral of UU minister the Rev. James Reeb who was killed in Selma. AL? We will be looking at Dr. King’s messages from GA and his third book “Why We Can’t Wait”. Its power resonates in today’s America. His inspiring message continues to lift our spirits and compel us to action. 

January 25 - Ramses Rashidi, “Community Empowerment”

Community Empowerment is a major initiative at the nonprofit organization, Center for Balanced Development. Today’s speaker, Ramses Rashidi, is their Executive Director.