Past Worship Services

The Language of Gender

Juli Grey-Owens from Gender Equality New York will explore the underlying reasons for intense cultural and personal beliefs directed at those who do not conform to traditional gender norms. As the Executive Director and founder of GENY, Juli works tirelessly to pass necessary legislation, provide opportunities for community members to connect, and to educate the … Continue reading The Language of Gender

Living a Mission of Compassion & Justice

This month we consider our Unitarian Universalist value of Generosity. At this time when we traditionally consider the blessings in our lives, I wonder if we might think about Generosity in relationship with Reciprocity.

Lock, Stock and Barrel

Some species of animal will accept humans as part of their community, and this has made these “livestock” animals vulnerable to domestication and exploitation. But the bonds between herders and animals have also produced powerful religious symbols of protection and care.john (lower case intentional) Snodgrass is a frequent and popular speaker at UU Amherst. An … Continue reading Lock, Stock and Barrel