Unitarian Universalist Church of Jacksonville

Peter Racine presents a powerful call to action: Why JFK’s words from 1961 are more urgent today than ever, and what we must do to defend the freedoms being stripped away right now.

Peter Racine explores how the natural cycles of death and rebirth in spring symbolize spiritual growth, renewal, and transformation in our lives – emphasizing that questioning beliefs and embracing change are essential parts of human development regardless of age or religious background.

In “The Likely Easter Story,” Sharon Scholl, a retired humanities professor, challenges traditional Easter narratives by examining historical evidence beyond biblical accounts. What really happened during Jesus’s final days? This thought-provoking sermon strips away centuries of embellishment to explore the historical figure whose teachings sparked a movement that outlived his execution.

In “Liminal Spaces,” Peter Racine explores those in-between moments of uncertainty and transition that define our human experience. This thought-provoking sermon challenges listeners to embrace the discomfort of life’s thresholds—from childhood to adulthood, career changes to retirement—as opportunities for profound spiritual growth and connection.

The 20th century theologian, professor and pastor, The Rev. Dr. Howard Thurman, said we need to find our own “island of peace” where our genuine self resides. When changes are swift and unpredictable and the ground feels like it is shifting under us, finding this place of peace is both rewarding and challenging. It is