October 1

"I Am Not The Lorax, But I Speak with The Trees"

Randy Blasch

What is our connection to trees and to nature? You might be surprised.

 

Anthem: Rainbow Connection

Greeter: Martha Dismer

 

 

October 8

"Hell? No!"

Clint Tawes

Theology extends beyond beliefs; it influences our actions, relationships, and our responses to personal and societal challenges. The doctrine of eternal damnation is certainly no exception. This sermon delves into the effects religious traditions that have embraced belief in a literal hell, and in the case of Unitarian Universalists, the effect of our rejection of this doctrine.

 

Anthem: No anthem, John is away

Greeter: Vicki Monti

 

 

October 15

"The Wisdom of Wizards: Lessons Learned from the Harry Potter Series and What JK Rowling Should Have Learned from Them"

Rev. Jane

Rev. Jane explores the moral and ethical lessons of the Harry Potter series, especially as seen through the eyes of neo-stoics. She will also examine some of Rowling's negative views of folks who identify as transgender in light of some of the lessons her own series seems to encourage. Feel free to come dressed as your favoriate Harry Potter character.

 

Anthem: No anthem, John is away

Greeter: Denise Anderson

 

 

October 22

"George MacDonald"

Mason Parker

George MacDonald was a pastor, teacher, public speaker, writer of fairytales who influenced C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. He was also a Universalist, controversial enough to have to leave the pulpit. Mason Parker will tell us about this "Great Thinker!"

 

Anthem: These Hard Times

Greeter: Lisa Kent

 

 

October 29

"Songs and Stories from Meg Barnhouse"

Carolyn Wallace

Sharing songs and stories from Meg's albums and books.

 

Anthem: Draw the Circle Wide

Greeter: Carolyn Wallace