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Great Bundle of Humanity

 

Sunday, November 6, 2022

10:30 am, live streamed from the Sanctuary

Rev. Catie Scudera leading

 

On this Sunday before Election Day, we reflect on our UU Fifth Principle and “the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large.” How do we live into an ethic of collectivism, and promote freedom and justice for all peoples? We’re also delighted to celebrate the naming and dedication of Elwynn Rivard during our Time for All Ages.

 

Previous Sermons

In Pursuit of Happiness

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Kahlil Gibran – Philosopher, Poet, Artist

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Already Broken, Already Whole

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The Times They Are A-Changin

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Pilgrimages

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Sending Forth

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Equality As Yet Unrealized

  20180610_0638-catie-sermon "Equality As Yet Unrealized" PDF Worship Service June 10, 2019 10:30 am in the Sanctuary For our annual Pride worship service, we will examine the history and present issues of LGBTQ rights movement through the lens of hope and...

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Guest Preacher

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Us Too

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One Source, Many Beings

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Agents of God’s Peace

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