What do Kurt Vonnegut, Neil Gaiman, Octavia Butler, and Star Trek have in common? They all represent speculative fiction, and I would venture to say, speculative theology. As we approach the 100th anniversary of Unitarian, Kurt Vonnegut’s birth (11/11), let’s expand our notions of what can be.

In recognition of All Souls Day, we will enact a Rite of Remembrance. Participants are encouraged to bring photographs or mementos of beloveds who have died, as we create a memory altar together

“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.

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?

Sharing insights from the Church of the Wild by Victoria Loorz.

When Jesus’ followers return to the tomb where his body was laid, they discover that he is not there. Resurrection, not resuscitation, has occurred.