UUCCI

The Unitarian Universalist community meets at the intersection of our history, theology, and ethics. How we gather matters. Or as Unitarian Universalist educator, Angus MacLean put it, "The Method is the Message." What is unique, meaningful, and transformational about UU community? What is that je ne sais quoi, that x-factor, about our congregation at UUCCI? Rev Nic will conclude our four part series on Unitarian Universalism exploring why our community is nothing short of radically revolutionary!

Universalist minister, professor, and seminary president, Lewis Beals

Universalist minister, professor, and seminary president, Lewis Beals Fisher wrote in his 1921 book—Which Way? A Study of Universalists and Universalism—"Universalists are often asked to tell where they stand… The only true answer to give to this question is that we do not stand at all, we move.” Our liberal religious history is shaped by theological convictions that inspire us to act in the world. How have our ethical commitments evolved over time and where are they headed in our post-pandemic world. In this third Sunday of our UU 101 series, Rev. Nic will articulate an ethical framework grounded in our history and theology as Unitarian Universalists.

School's Back in Session! As our children return for another year of learning and growth, we begin a month-long series: UU 101. Join Rev. Nic Cable as he launches this series that will explore our history, theology, ethics, and community life together as UUs. Today, we will be diving into the rich, winding history of Unitarian Universalism, which transports us from here to Transylvania across the Atlantic to Boston and across what is now called the Midwest to where we are today. It is important for all of us to ask and understand two important questions: "What is our history?" and "What does our history tell us about today?"

The stories we tell shape how we see ourselves and the world. As we weave together our stories as a congregation, it is important to understand the narratives that we tell and how they help or hinder us in becoming who we want to be

With Elizabeth Valencia-Gutierrez and Cynthia Scott  

As part of multicultural welcome, Unitarian Universalists attempt to acknowledge different holidays. We will explore holidays celebrated by various religions at this time of year.  

0:06 Opening Words 

2:55 Wonderbox 

12:01 Reading 

15:28 Reflection 

19:50 Message  

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Join us this Sunday as our sabbatical preacher, Elizabeth Valencia-Gutierrez, shifts the conversation to seeking and mysticism. As we’ve reflected on what it is time to let go of, what is it that still seeks us on our path? How do we continue to welcome our authentic seeking, even if it means rooting us in more than one place?  

0:06 Gathering Words 

1:13 Wonderbox 

10:09 Reading 

11:09 Reflection 

17:03 Message  

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With Scott Russell Sanders and Liz Nolan-Greven  

How do we define our home ground, the place where we feel a sense of belonging and responsibility? How can we protect and enhance the cultural and natural goods of this place? How can we mend what is damaged? How can we provide what is lacking?   

0:06 Opening Words 

1:47 Wonderbox 

5:42 Reading 

10:14 Reflection 

17:16 Message  

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Join Adrienne Summerlot and Skye Nicholson for this All Ages Service.   Drawing inspiration from the Pixar film Inside Out and the work of Brené Brown in Atlas of the heart, this service will talk about the complexity of feelings, sensations, and sometimes holding several at the same time. We invite you to an interactive service with stations to explore and engage fully with emotions and care.  

0:05 Welcome 

1:30 Opening Words 

2:58 Wonderbox 

6:05 Joys and Sorrows 

8:15 Invitations For Emotional Exploration 

13:23 Moving Meditation 

16:49 Benediction  

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