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Easter and Earth Day – To Rise Together
Our interdependence with one another calls us to lift each other up. Since interpretations of the meaning of Easter vary widely—with some emphasizing punishment instead of reconciliation—it’s important to lift up the latter. Likewise, a naturalistic approach to Easter fits with honoring our interdependence with Mother Earth.
Afraid of Being with the Dying? Don’t be.
I will share personal stories and stories from my chaplaincy in hospitals that highlight different kinds of experiences that hopefully, help you to feel more comfortable being present, when the opportunity comes. Especially in these days, we need courage to face the difficult social conditions we are experiencing. Stepping up to the challenges that come … Continue reading Afraid of Being with the Dying? Don’t be.
Monthly Taizé Service
Taizé services originated in the monastic community in Taizé, France in the 1940s. At BUF, we have created our own UU-style Taizé service that draws from one of our sources — direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder.
Nuances of Masculinity
Men are known for being stoic and for not openly discussing their feelings. But is that all there is to masculinity? In Sunday’s service, we take a critical look at the nuances of masculinity today, both good and bad, in this time of great uncertainty and upheaval
The Science of Gender
We are taught that it is all so simple, yet nothing could be further from the truth. We will explore the world of in utero development as it applies to the formation of sexual anatomy and our gender identity. You will understand why gender identity is so critical and so interesting. And so misunderstood.
Resilience and Reciprocity: Lessons from the Natural World
Steffany Raynes, Carrie Koehnline and Lark Clayton will offer reflections on what we can learn from the earth in this time of great turmoil—and the beginning of SPRING.
Centering for Courage
Reflections on these words of Victor Frankl: Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom. Note: There will be a potluck in the Social Hall after this service!
Indigenous Storytelling and Equity
Monthly Taizé Service
Taizé services originated in the monastic community in Taizé, France in the 1940s. At BUF, we have created our own UU-style Taizé service that draws from one of our sources — direct experience of that transcending mystery and wonder.