As we prepare to leave this beloved building, move into temporary quarters, and begin the work of creating a new sanctuary, we are invited to reflect on what truly makes a spiritual home. The Larger House explores the possibility that our congregation is more than any one structure. We consider, then, how change can open … Continue reading The Larger House
Sometimes our personal relationships are more troubled than we’d wish. How can we mend what’s broken? We look at how Ho’oponopono, the Hawaiian ritual of reconciliation, echoes UU values. Website OOS 6-14-26 Music Sheet 6-14-26
Last Thursday, many of us gave thanks with and for family and friends at Thanksgiving; some of us may have expressed gratitude for bargains on Black Friday. Before we get to Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday, I invite you to cultivate gratitude for this congregation; that is, for each other. OOS 11-30-2025 Music Sheet 11-30-25
We often think of gratitude as that which comes to us in an easy way. But often, gratefulness is hard won. It may come after struggle, suffering and conflict. We gather on this Sunday before Thanksgiving to explore this truth. OOS 11-23-25 Music sheet 11-23-2025
This is it folks, the day we looked forward to (or dreaded!) for a long time. Our last service at 624 North Broadway was a most special one, as we took time to honor the building that has been witness to joys, sorrows, celebrations, and more than a few pot lucks for 24 years. We … Continue reading We Say Goodbye: The Last Service at 624 N. Broadway
On Sunday August 3rd, there will be a special service that focuses on our New Home. Sue Davis, SD Atelier architect, will present the most current information about our new home. Members of the Task Force will take part in the service and be available for questions after service coffee chat. We hope you will … Continue reading An Audacious Bouquet: Congregational Service with Our New Home Task Force
Today’s multigenerational service explores the discovery of abundance through sharing, using a stoneless variation on the stone soup story. Following the service, all are invited to join in a potluck lunch. Please bring your own place settings, if you can, in addition to whatever you feel you can bring to share. If you can’t contribute … Continue reading Thanksgiving Soup Communion