The Courage to Live Fully & Wholeheartedly
“The reward for conformity was that everyone liked you except yourself.” (Rita Mae Brown) It takes courage to be oneself and to live wholeheartedly.
Sunday Worship at 10:30 a.m. -- In Person or Livestream on UUAmherst YouTube. Order of Service.
Sunday AM Ministries: 9:30 Church of the Wild -- Debbie Waterhouse Ecology Center; 9:30 Sacred Singing Circle--Emerson Rm.
Rainbow Cafe -- NO JUNE GATHERING! Second Saturday of the Month 1-3 pm Safe gathering place for LGBTQ+ community & allies. Details.
“The reward for conformity was that everyone liked you except yourself.” (Rita Mae Brown) It takes courage to be oneself and to live wholeheartedly.
As we commemorate Indigenous People’s Day, we take a look at our own history as Unitarian Universalists in relation to Native Americans.
“Vulnerability is not winning or losing; it’s having the courage to show up and be seen when we have no control over the outcome. Vulnerability is not weakness; it’s our greatest measure of courage.” (Brené Brown) Soul Matters Sunday.
There are two visions for the future of Unitarian Universalism being circulated right now- The Gadfly Papers, and the 8th Principle. Let’s talk about both and how they each envision our faith tradition going forward. Emily is a member and past president of the UU Congregation of Jamestown, NY.
What are you afraid of? I spent the summer listening to Gareth Higgins narrate his book, How Not To Be Afraid – and it’s been a game changer. This is the beginning of a larger conversation.
At this annual Ingathering service, we reaffirm our deep connection to one another and to the Earth we love. Bring water from your summer adventures or pour from the common source as we reaffirm our covenantal relationship. Today is also the closing of the Living Green Festival.
What is it you love to do? Have you lost sight of that which makes your heart sing?
What is a labyrinth? Where do they come from? What do they mean (if they mean anything)? What is the fascination? Why does anyone bother? We will consider the history and several possible ways to interpret the enduring mystery of labyrinths.
We focus on the big things — but our experience, the arts, and scientific observation affirm that the little things matter more to us. We make mountains out of molehills; perhaps for good reason.
Rev. Frawley will explore the journey of seasons, both environmental and spiritual.