Let's be honest, committing to someone or something can be scary. There is risk involved and pain. It makes some people avoid it entirely. Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray explores why we have fear, and what we miss when we can't commit.

Carl Sandburg's book-length poem was published in 1936 during the Great Depression. Written in the language of everyday people, its humor and themes resonate even today, On this Independence Day weekend, we use Sandburg's work to celebrate American perseverance in the face of hardship.

How might we approach daily living with a heart of welcome? How do we learn to develop a greater quality of acceptance for the varied circumstances of our life and world? What benefits might we find to living a life of welcome?

Hospitality as a way of welcoming and meeting others can be a deep expression of our values, because hospitality at its best expresses our recognition of the inherent worth and dignity of all people. How might we live this spirit of hospitality?

Finding Wisdom in Adversity

Reverend Susan Frederick-Gray

April 13, 2014

Wisdom Without Easy Answers

Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray

April 6, 2014

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Phoenix Sermon

How Joy Grows

Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray

March 30, 2014

Finding Joy in the Journey

March 23, 2014

Susan Frederick-Gray

Life is full of wonders, but it also has more than its share of tragedy, violence and hardship. In the face of this, we can witness the incredible strength and perseverance of the human spirit. Where does this strength come from and how do we nurture it especially when we feel powerless?