Zombies!
West Room and ZoomZombies are a quintessential part of the landscape of horror, especially around Halloween in the United States. They evoke fear, disgust, racing hearts, and blood curdling screams in the night. But what can zombies and our fear of them tell us about ourselves and the human experience? Join us to peel back the curtain on [...]
This Too Shall Pass, A Lesson of Aging
West Room and ZoomLive long enough and the wisdom of the saying, “this too shall pass” becomes apparent. Sometimes considered a blessing and sometimes a curse, the concept of impermanence is spread throughout religious and philosophical traditions. Join us on Sunday as Rev. Lee Anne explores this pithy saying, its origin, and its various expressions. presented by Rev. [...]
We Begin Again in Love
West Room and ZoomIf done well, being human is a humbling experience. None of us are perfect and all of us have fallen short in some way at some time. Join us as Rev. Lee Anne explores what happens when we are willing to repair our relationship with ourselves and with others. You are invited to a discussion [...]
A National Day of Thanksgiving: Separating the Myth from the Magic
West Room and ZoomJoin us on Sunday as Rev. Lee Anne explores the holiday's dual essence—its cherished rituals of gratitude and togetherness and the complex truths behind its origin story. While the magic lies in connecting with loved ones and celebrating abundance, the myth of Pilgrims and Native Americans oversimplifies and obscures the deeper history of colonialism. Together, [...]
Life is What You Make of It, So Beautiful, or So What?
West Room and ZoomA Paul Simon song from 2011 called, "So Beautiful, or So What" musically illustrates the theme that we can choose how we take the things that happen: Life is what we make of it. However we make those choices, the first step to making the most beautiful choices is to be aware that we are [...]
“Here We Come A Wassailing”
West Room and ZoomThe Victorian variation of wassailing involves going door to door singing Christmas carols in exchange for wassail and treats. Come prepared to sing Christmas carols and to sample wassail! Immediately following the service, we will enjoy a bit of wassail and exchange cookies. After which, we will trim the Christmas trees. The Craft Group Sale will be [...]