For All the Love You Left Behind
We honor our loved ones by carrying them in our hearts and keeping their love, voice, and presence inside us long after they are physically gone. Today we honor the gift of love they left behind.
We honor our loved ones by carrying them in our hearts and keeping their love, voice, and presence inside us long after they are physically gone. Today we honor the gift of love they left behind.
It’s our annual Ingathering, Water Communion and T-shirt Day. Please wear a T-shirt supporting a cause near and dear to you, and bring water from an event or place this past year that has meaning for you. We will each have an opportunity to add our water to the All Peoples Church waters, which has … Continue reading Ingathering, Water Communion and T-shirt Day
Sure, we come to church each Sunday to be a part of a larger community of faiths but ultimately, we are about more than just programming, We are a people learning from each other how to live among each other and sometimes that means learning new ways to love.
Many UUs don’t pray because of bad experiences in a previous religion, theological disagreements, or simply because we’ve fallen out of practice. But prayer is one of the oldest and most universal spiritual practices known to humanity, and it can be meaningful and helpful to us no matter what our beliefs. We welcome John back … Continue reading Pray Like a UU
Dr. Kendra Weddle, Scholar-in-Residence at Northaven Church in Dallas, whose expertise includes spirituality, feminism and religion, biblical and/or theological reflections, intersections of Christianity and culture, and Interfaith trends.
Christmas morning will arrive, with all of the anticipation and fanfare–there will be presents and family gatherings and so much food! But not everyone will experience the joy of the season. If you could have only one thing this Christmas, what would you choose?
Throughout history, humanity has yearned for a world defined by peace and gratitude. The advent of such a world would mark a profound transformation in how individuals, communities, and nations relate to one another. It is a vision that calls for the cultivation of empathy, respect, and appreciation—values that transcend borders and bring people together … Continue reading The Advent of Peace
The need for belonging is universal. Belonging enables us to feel confident showing up as our authentic selves while empowering us to access our full range of skills, abilities and potential. We feel a sense of belonging when we feel connected to others, and when we feel that our presence and contributions are valued. And … Continue reading O Me! O Life! Why Belonging Matters
As we seek to become a community that is better and stronger together, we begin to understand the importance of living in circles, not rows, for spiritual, physical, and emotional growth, both personally and communally.
In a world increasingly dominated by technology and digital communication, the profound impact of human touch often gets overlooked. Yet the importance of physical connection remains a fundamental aspect of human experience. It is more than just a simple sensation, it has deeply rooted biological significance. As we continue to navigate a world increasingly reliant … Continue reading The Power of Touch