Sermons from the First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, a Unitarian Universalist Humanist Congregation Celebrating the Human Spirit Within Us All
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Sermons-First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco
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First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco Sunday worship service. Home of liberal spirituality for over 150 years, the Society welcomes people of all racial and religious backgrounds. Our Congregation includes gay, straight, transgendered, and questioning people. More information is available at www.uusf.org.
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Unitarian Universalist Sermons and Conversations from First Unitarian Church of Dallas
First Unitarian Church of Dallas
Tune in each week to hear Unitarian Universalist sermons and conversations from First Unitarian Church of Dallas, a liberal religious presence in Dallas since 1899. Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter, Rev. T. J. Fitzgerald, and Rev. Beth Dana will inspire you with messages that are rationally spiritual and joyfully deep. No matter where you are in the world, you are invited to bring your whole self: your full identity, your questioning mind, and your open heart.
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Complete Service-First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco
1st Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco
First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco Sunday worship service. Home of liberal spirituality for over 150 years, the Society welcomes people of all racial and religious backgrounds. Our Congregation includes gay, straight, transgendered, and questioning people. More information is available at www.uusf.org.
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Welcome to the audio archive of the First Unitarian Society of Madison, Wisconsin.
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First Unitarian Society of Denver Podcast
First Unitarian Society of Denver Colorado with Rev. Mike Morran
Sunday sermon audio from First Unitarian Church in Denver, Colorado. We also may post special music and other content. Our mission: Joining hands and voices for justice and peace, we inspire lives of joy and spiritual integrity, growing an inclusive community of courage and caring. Community is inspired. Justice is realized. Diversity is celebrated. Souls are grown in love and service. Visit us at fusden.org. First Unitarian Society of Denver (FUSD) is a member congregation of the Unitarian ...
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Lighting the Chalice: Sermons from the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Berks County
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Berks County
Join us for a regular theme that will nurture the spirit, support your spiritual journey, and serve the cause of justice and love in the world.
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UNIFIED: The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist Podcast
The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist
Welcome to Unified, the podcast that invites you into the heart of our Unitarian Universalist community. Immerse yourself in "Sunday Sermons," where we bring you recorded sermons that spark contemplation and inspire with Reverend Chris Jablonski and other leaders from our community. Midweek, dive even deeper with "Beyond The Pulpit" as we explore our themes, share stories, hear from congregants and delve into current events, all in a concise 10-15 mini episode. These recorded sermons and the ...
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First Parish in Wayland, A Unitarian Universalist Congregation
First Parish in Wayland, A Unitarian Universalist Congregation
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Self-Care for Turbulent Times | Tiny Pulpit Talks: 026
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Welcome to this week's episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks! Today, we dive into a topic that's on everyone's mind: how do we find peace and grounding when the world feels overwhelming? With a looming election, global conflicts, and personal challenges, it's easy to feel lost in the storm. So, how do we find our footing? Do we retreat, take a break, or ste…
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Marlene Johnson, Minnesota’s first woman lieutenant governor, serving from 1983-1991, will be with us to discuss these poignant themes through the lens of her new memoir: “Rise to the Challenge: A Memoir of Politics, Leadership & Love”. The post Leadership and Intentionality appeared first on First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis.…
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"Skilling up for Love" Sunday, October 20, 2024 Being human is not just something we are born into; it is something we practice. Being human in a person who loves deeply and loves well is the same. And nothing is more crucial to a strong and loving relationship than deep listening—the kind that is seductive, gorgeously affirming, and brings us extr…
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10.20.24 Sermon - “God is One and Love : Chart and Compass” - Rev. Beth Dana
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We unpack more of Daniel Limbaugh’s founding sermon of our church from 1899 in which he said, “We believe God to be one, not three or more; an intelligent first cause, not an ultimate blind force… We have said that we believe God is love.” Let’s look for God in our version of faith for today through his eyes. This sermon is part of our Chart & Comp…
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"Skilling up for Love" Sunday, October 20, 2024 Being human is not just something we are born into; it is something we practice. Being human in a person who loves deeply and loves well is the same. And nothing is more crucial to a strong and loving relationship than deep listening—the kind that is seductive, gorgeously affirming, and brings us extr…
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Finding a Spiritual Home, Wherever You Are with Sharon Thompson | Tiny Pulpit Talks: 025
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In this episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, we dive into the heart of community and connection with Sharon Thompson, Director of Membership and Hospitality. Sharon shares stories about welcoming newcomers to the church, the simple process of becoming a member, and the meaningful tradition of signing the Book of Names. She highlights the inclusive and fle…
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Those of us who come from immigrant histories cannot claim being indigenous to this land. But we can become naturalized to it. Robin Wall Kimmerer says that “Being naturalized to place means to live as if this is the land that feeds you, as if these are the streams from which you drink, that build… Read More »Listening to the Land The post Listenin…
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10.13.24 Sermon - “A System of Inquiry : Chart and Compass” - Rev. T.J. FitzGerald
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We continue to explore Daniel Limbaugh’s 1899 founding sermon for our church by finding in it kernels of interest for them and for us today. In it he said, “Ours is not a system so much as it is a tendency. It is embraced by the spirit rather than by any formal statement of language. The seeking of truth, actuated by a love for it and its applicati…
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Listening Deeply to Hear if We Got the Story Right
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"Listening Deeply to Hear if We Got the Story Right" Sunday, October 13, 2024 Storytelling is powerful. Maybe the most powerful tool we have to move human hearts and wills—a nation, a family, people—all of us tell and live into a lot of stories and their truths. Which means stories also need to be interrogated, and we only do that by listening deep…
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Listening Deeply to Hear if We Got the Story Right
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"Listening Deeply to Hear if We Got the Story Right" Sunday, October 13, 2024 Storytelling is powerful. Maybe the most powerful tool we have to move human hearts and wills—a nation, a family, people—all of us tell and live into a lot of stories and their truths. Which means stories also need to be interrogated, and we only do that by listening deep…
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The Radical Unitarian Universalists Who Shaped Our Faith | Tiny Pulpit Talks: 024
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In this special edition of Tiny Pulpit Talks, we step inside the Minister's Study with Revs. Daniel, Beth, and T. J. to reflect on our recently wrapped-up sermon series on Luminaries of Truth & Justice. This conversation digs deep into the powerful legacies of justice-seekers within Unitarian Universalism and how their work connects to today's effo…
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If only every day had only one pain! Noise, fear, and pain-avoidance seem to conspire to plug up our ears and our eyes. And yet, we cannot, should not, turn away from all the hurt and suffering in the world. As we look ahead to the coming election, how can we better tune our ears… Read More »Listening to the Pain of the Day The post Listening to th…
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10.06.24 Sermon - “We Celebrate 125 Years! : Chart and Compass” - Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
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The church was founded this day in 1899 with the words of Daniel Limbaugh who preached, “Many souls are hungering and thirsting for religious knowledge, truth and righteousness, to whom the old dogmas, doctrines and creeds appear outgrown. These persons are at sea without chart or compass, and many are making shipwreck of their religious natures.” …
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Accountability to What We Hear Inside
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"Accountability to What We Hear Inside" Sunday, October 6, 2024, 10:50 am As we enter into the Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur and as we launch into an examination of the theme of Deep Listening, I find myself reflecting on how deep listening to ourselves, our inner voice and feelings, is foundational to our personal discernment. Perhaps …
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Accountability to What We Hear Inside
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"Accountability to What We Hear Inside" Sunday, October 6, 2024, 10:50 am As we enter into the Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur and as we launch into an examination of the theme of Deep Listening, I find myself reflecting on how deep listening to ourselves, our inner voice and feelings, is foundational to our personal discernment. Perhaps …
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Embracing a Lifelong Path of Spiritual Growth with Brennan Greef | Tiny Pulpit Talks: 023
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In this episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, Reverend T. J. FitzGerald sits down with Brennan Greef, Director of Adult Ministries and Leadership Development, for a heartfelt conversation you won’t want to miss! Brennan shares how she guides the congregation through their spiritual journeys, creating spaces for deep growth and transformation. Whether you'r…
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You’ve likely been exposed to all kinds of advice about how to be a gracious host and about how to create space that allows everyone to bring their full selves. And still, not many of us are good at the practice of intentional and generous hosting. Let’s explore the gap between our intentions and our… Read More »An Invitation to Invite The post An …
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09.29.24 Sermon - “A Dream Pursued: Luminaries of Truth and Justice” - Rev. T.J. FitzGerald
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Unitarian Universalism and our church would not be what it is today without the people of color who have led our faith into the future. We will talk about how our faith and church have been shaped by these leaders and their prophetic vision. This sermon is part of our Luminaries of Truth and Justice series – finding inspiration in the radical voice…
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The Turbulence of Invitation
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"The Turbulence of Invitation" Sunday, September 29, 2024, 10:50 am Invitation sounds so easy and lovely, but already this month we have unpacked some of both what it opens up for us and what it requires. What about the ways invitations throw the unexpected our way? In ways small and large, it requires courage and bent-knee flexibility and readines…
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"The Turbulence of Invitation" Sunday, September 29, 2024, 10:50 am Invitation sounds so easy and lovely, but already this month we have unpacked some of both what it opens up for us and what it requires. What about the ways invitations throw the unexpected our way? In ways small and large, it requires courage and bent-knee flexibility and readines…
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09.22.24 Sermon - “Leading with Love: Luminaries of Truth and Justice” - Rev. Beth Dana
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Unitarian Universalism welcomed and blessed women in leadership roles before any other tradition. Then and now, this is one of the great strengths of our faith and of this church. This sermon is part of our Luminaries of Truth and Justice series – finding inspiration in the radical voices of our faith’s history, present, and future. As we embark on…
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From a Wave to a Welcome: Invitation as a Spiritual Practice
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“From a Wave to a Welcome: Invitation as a Spiritual Practice” Sunday, September 22, 2024 How do UUs embody the core value of liberating love? Perhaps we commit to “invitation” as a conscious practice, continually inviting new experiences and new ways of being to co-create a better world. This week we’ll consider how an everyday welcome might trans…
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From a Wave to a Welcome: Invitation as a Spiritual Practice
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“From a Wave to a Welcome: Invitation as a Spiritual Practice” Sunday, September 22, 2024 How do UUs embody the core value of liberating love? Perhaps we commit to “invitation” as a conscious practice, continually inviting new experiences and new ways of being to co-create a better world. This week we’ll consider how an everyday welcome might trans…
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The Intersection of Religion & Reproductive Justice with Rev. Angela Tyler-Williams | Tiny Pulpit Talks: 022
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In this episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, Rev. T. J. FitzGerald hosts an inspiring conversation with Rev. Angela Tyler-Williams, co-Executive Director for Movement Building of SACReD (Spiritual Alliance of Communities for Reproductive Dignity). They delve into the power of bringing one's whole self into the intersection of faith and reproductive justic…
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Gratitude and Generosity as Spiritual Practices with Martha Norton | Tiny Pulpit Talks: 021
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In this episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, we dive into the important work behind the scenes at the church with special guest Martha Norton, a long-time congregant and staff member who currently works in stewardship and finance. Martha shares her journey of gratitude and how she has spent the last decade helping sustain the church’s mission by thanking …
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In the same way that many have come to rely on air conditioning to keep us comfortable, it’s easy to get used to having our human environment organized to please us and our ways of being. Just as there are benefits to sitting on the front porch to cool off on a summer night, there… Read More »An Invitation to Discomfort The post An Invitation to Di…
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09.15.24 Sermon - “Luminaries of Truth and Justice: How to be a Radical” - Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
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Our faith is filled with radicals who fought for what was right and took on systems of injustice. Our own church is part of this fight and is in it for the long haul. This sermon is part of our Luminaries of Truth and Justice series – finding inspiration in the radical voices of our faith’s history, present, and future. As we embark on a new church…
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Invitation to Participate in the Democratic Process
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"Invitation to Participate in the Democratic Process" Sunday, September 15, 2024, 10:50 am How do we as UUs live into our values as we engage the democratic process? How is this a spiritual practice? As we sort through all the chatter, let us find ways to ground ourselves in what we believe to participate in the democratic process intentionally. Re…
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Invitation to Participate in the Democratic Process
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"Invitation to Participate in the Democratic Process" Sunday, September 15, 2024, 10:50 am How do we as UUs live into our values as we engage the democratic process? How is this a spiritual practice? As we sort through all the chatter, let us find ways to ground ourselves in what we believe to participate in the democratic process intentionally. Re…
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Caring for Each Other as a Church Community with Jean Ann Powers | Tiny Pulpit Talks: 020
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In this episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, Rev. T. J. FitzGerald welcomes Jean Ann Powers, Director of Pastoral Care, to dive into the heart of her ministry at the church. Jean Ann shares the incredible work of her 125+ volunteers, describing them as the "foot soldiers" who bring warmth, connection, and care to the congregation. She talks about the impo…
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It’s time to Gather! Like the merging of many streams, we come together to join forces and voices in love, learning, growing and singing, putting our beautiful heads and hearts to the task of building beloved community. The post The Invitation to Merge appeared first on First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis.…
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09.08.24 Sermon - "Keeping the Flame: Then, Now, and Always" - Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
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Ingathering is our kick–off to the theme year. We will explore 125 years of progressive religious impact and what it means to be a Dallas UU today. Keeping the Flame: Then, Now, and Always Celebrating 125 Years of Progressive Religion in Dallas Our 2024-25 theme year “Keeping the Flame: Then, Now, and Always,” is a call to action and reflection for…
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We are, each one, always suspended between two moments. Between sleeping and waking. Between summer and fall. Between connection and isolation. Still, we rarely pause in that liminal space to reflect. So on this first Sunday together…congregation and new Interim Minister…let’s explore the gifts of being suspended between two known realities, becaus…
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09.01.24 Sermon - "Foundations: We Are The Ones We’ve Been Waiting For" - Rev. Beth Dana
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We can’t wait for someone or something to make good things happen, to bring about change, to do justice. Join us as we explore the prophethood of all and the foundations of Unitarian Universalism that call us to be part of building a just and loving community. This sermon is part of our Foundations series – inspired by John Luther Adams’ essay in w…
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08.25.24 Sermon - "Foundations: Giants Like Goliath" - Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
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Was David optimistic when he slain Goliath? The story says everyone was afraid. What role does optimism play in stories of triumph and in our lives. In uncertain times our theologian James Luther Adams calls for ‘Ultimate Optimism.’ Let’s look at that more closely. This sermon is part of our Foundations series – inspired by John Luther Adams’ essay…
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Eviction Advocacy: A Conversation About Housing Justice in Dallas with Bill Holston | Tiny Pulpit Talks: 019
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In this episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, Rev. T. J. FitzGerald welcomes Bill Holston, Chief Executive Officer of Dallas Eviction Advocacy Center, to talk about his organization's mission to serve tenants facing housing insecurity with pro bono legal advice and representation, housing assistance, rent relief and a clearinghouse of tenant and eviction i…
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08.18.24 Sermon - "All or Nothing" - Rev. T. J. FitzGerald
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Have you ever wondered why Unitarian Universalists seem so focused on justice and equity. Some of the theological foundations of our faith are about mutuality between one another and the agency we believe all persons should have. We will deepen our understanding of these concepts together. This sermon is part of our Foundations series – inspired by…
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When the Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going: Our Call to Action
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In Charles Darwin’s fifth edition of “On the Origin of Species”, he writes about the importance of “survival of the fitted.” This simple and yet, famous phrase explains that organisms that best adapt to their environment are more likely to survive and produce. However, what if we, FUS reimagined our organizational adaptability and observe our… Read…
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