Who gets to tell the story of America? What is His-story and Our-story? What must we do now in this polarized time to promote our principles? Rev. John answers these questions and more as he examines perspective and some of the stories that have led up to the new president-elect.

Our divided nation has gone to the polls to elect a new President; what do we do now? Is there any hope of becoming "The Reunited States of America"? Join me on this Sunday after the election as I assess where we might go from here.

Very soon the nation votes for a new President. The country is divided. It has become mean, ugly, and stress-filled. What's behind the divisiveness? Join me on this Sunday before the election for part one of this two part sermon. [This sermon was purchased by Charlie Gross at last November's basket auction.]

Death is an inevitable part of life, but for those of us remaining after a loved one dies, we are left with myriad feelings, and perhaps wondering how to heal as we move through grief. El Dia de los Muertos is a Mexican celebration of death, that seeks to find joy in remembering our loved ones.

It seems that our culture is in desperate need of healers - people who can erect bridges to wholeness and health for the wounded and marginalized. Many talk with such admiration for people who are in positions of healing. Yet, healing comes in many different versions and styles. Join me as we look at healing and healers and decipher their power.

How do we develop our I AM, our self-worth in a world that labels us as less than worthy? Hear the story of Tonier Cain and how she made her mess of a life into a powerful message of hope and transformation.

"An opportunity to try or perform something a second time." That's a do-over. As we enter the High Holy Days, this sermon reminds us that each day is an opportunity to shout "do over!" Let's look at this meaningful opportunity.

In this message, Rev. John Crestwell uses the Gospel of Thomas to remind us to "look up!" when faced with conflict and polarization. Move the mountains out of your life!

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-Rev. Christina Leone Tracy

A covenant is not a set of rules or a contract. It's a promise that we make, over and over, to come back to community. Not in spite of our mistakes, but because of them. Because we mess up over and over, we need to practice how to come back.

You get up in the morning, ready to start a new day. What is your frame of mind, your purpose? When you return to bed in fourteen or eighteen hours, how will you think about your day of work, leisure or relationships? Let's set aside some time to imagine what a grace-filled day or life might look like.