Sunday Services

Sunday, October 11, 2015 | Coming Out Sunday | Rev. Cynthia Cain

Coming Out Sunday Rev. Cynthia Cain This is a time to talk about how our work for LGBT justice and inclusion has changed, what is happening now, and to celebrate the lives, loves and mourn the losses of Queer folk everywhere. With ritual, story, and song, we come together, and come out, as allies and … Continued

Sunday, October 4, 2015 | The Changing of Hearts and Minds | Rev. Cynthia Cain

The Changing of Hearts and Minds: How Columbus Day Became Indigenous People’s Day, and Other Signs That Life is Evolving Rev. Cynthia Cain Where and when did this notion arise? Clearly, it was a strategy that was employed by those who have used non-violent resistance. As we look at the gradual evolution of the understanding … Continued

Sunday, September 27, 2015 | The Turning | Rev. Cynthia Cain

The Turning Rev. Cynthia Cain Rosh Hashanah will have just passed, but at this time of year, in the Jewish calendar, these are the High Holy Days. The time of turning, the act of forgiveness, and the renewal of vows are some of the most valuable, and most difficult practices we undertake in life. And … Continued

Sunday, September 13, 2015 | Water Gathering | Rev. Cynthia Cain

Water Gathering Rev. Cynthia Cain The annual water “communion” is a ritual held each fall, in which UUCSJS members bring a small vial of water, collected during summer outings or travels, to pour into a shared container. Always a joyful, musical, and delightful time of re-connecting.

Sunday, August 30, 2015 | Swimming Lessons | Rev. Cynthia Cain

Swimming Lessons Rev. Cynthia Cain Probably the most important quality for spiritual transformation (change) is TRUST. Is trust something we can learn? Using swimming lessons as a metaphor, we will go into the places we sometimes avoid… the parts of us that resist change and growth, because we fear and feel resistance, because we lack … Continued

Sunday, August 16, 2015 | Journey Toward Wholeness | Lay speaker Karen York

Journey Toward Wholeness Lay speaker Karen York Karen shares her experience with a Courage & Renewal® retreat series based on the work of Quaker author and educator, Parker Palmer. The retreat series explored the issues of life purpose, vocation, transition, and how to live with integrity and authenticity in alignment with our deepest values.