Author Archives: CJ Rhoads

Gratitude, Shmatitude Speaker Mark Bernstein Poets, novelists and self-help gurus tell us to count our blessings…to be grateful for what we have.  But sometimes, gratitude doesn’t work, especially when life is hard or things aren’t going our way.  In this sermon, I’ll … Continue reading →

Sitting with the Unknown Speaker: Emily Quarles-Mowrer Often at this time of year, we are making “To Do” lists of new habits to acquire.  Krista Tippet, the founder and CEO of the On Being Project, has a different perspective on … Continue reading →

Following Your Inner Compass Speaker: israel Elias Colon A poet, educator, and community organizer will reflect on the theme “Following Your Inner Compass.” Drawing from his personal journey through creative writing, interfaith exploration, and years of working with youth, Israel … Continue reading →

Every New Beginning Speaker: Rev. Jo Green Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end” is the lyric in a favored song on the radio.  The great mystery of change is upon us.  We are at the juxtaposition of … Continue reading →

Join adults and children in a community event: a smorgasbord of tasty treats and games galore.

Come celebrate a traditional Christmas Eve with favorite stories and carols at a special 4pm service

Thoughts on the Necessity of Hope.Speaker: Diane Awenydd Evans. At this dark time of year, at this dark time in history, it is easy for people of good conscience to slip into despair. Despair is the enemy. It paralyses us … Continue reading →

Christ for Unitarian Universalists.Speaker: Ann M. Tomalavage.Part of the opening words at each UUFP service state that “…whatever you believe… you are welcome here.” For the first 18 years of her life, Ann was a devout Catholic. Today, she will … Continue reading →

Embodying Abundance: On the Path of Being Grateful for the Whole Glass.Speaker: Rev. Dr. Sandra Fees. Having appreciation seems easy on the days when our lives are going well. But how can we embody abundance and be grateful even in … Continue reading →