If we try to bring everything with us from the old year into the new, things that are unnecessary and unhelpful accumulate. Today we invite you to consider 1) what to release, 2) what to keep, 3) what to make space for.
Our annual Christmas Eve service includes seasonal music and stories; a short homily; a wonderful piece by the choir; and, of course, the candle-lighting ceremony with candle dancers. Bring your family and friends!
Consciously or unconsciously, rituals shape our lives. Today we’ll consider how to make (the ones we want to continue) more meaningful. We’ll also have a ceremony of welcome four new BUF members!
Rev. Paul Beckel, Steffany Raynes, Claire Lending, Gayle Tilles, Lin Skavdahl, Beth Nyblade, and Jim Reimer will each share briefly about how the experience of reading particular books in particular circumstances has changed the way they see the world.
We’ll listen to…and learn about…and share in the creation of lullaby blessings. BUF Choir directed by Ben Workman Smith.
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.
Paradox is the reality of two seemingly contradictory things being true at the same time. Our natural inclination is to fight the dissonance. Not allowing ourselves to feel joy in a time of grief. Or not allowing ourselves to see with fresh eyes because we need to utilize our experience. Sometimes it works best to … Continue reading Holding Space for Paradox (Together)
This service will feature Lummi Tribal Member Freddie Lane.
Prayer is not just about speaking and hearing. Recognizing what is before us, seeing what is true, creating visual arts that express our questions, aspirations, regrets … these too can be forms of prayer.
In what ways and with whom can you show up with an open heart today? We continue to honor our values. That is the path of healing.
