Reverend Lisa Schwartz exchanges pulpits with Michael Nelson this morning. The Universe continually reveals itself to be perfectly splendid and absolutely immense, and yet ever changing and evolving. Shouldn’t a faith that honors evolution be willing to change as well? Lisa Romantum Schwartz will explore how the evolutionary arc can show Unitarian Universalists the way … Continue reading Audio Archive, June 10, 2012 – Mother’s Love
Reverend Michael Nelson reflects, “When a loved one endures cancer, the weeds marshal their forces to command the garden, or the IRS audits your tax returns because you gave beyond the acceptable norm to charity, the orioles spin their nests, the sun rises through the big oaks, and moments of unexpected love arrive. Good mental … Continue reading Audio Archive, June 3, 2012 – Making Room for Joy
One often hears that memories make us who we are. While it is true that our experiences shape our lives, we also have some choice as to what those experiences will be and how we will remember them. Fellowship members share memories of heroes both real and mythical, and of events both momentous and mundane. … Continue reading Audio Archive, May 27, 2012 – Reflections and Recollections
Graham Kreicker, member of the Lawrence Unitarian Fellowship and our representative on the Unitarian Universalist Association Board of Directors, highlights several big changes underway as the UUA begins its second 50 years of existence. Graham welcomes our comments, criticisms, questions, and, possibly, a compliment or two. Convener: Michael Oldfather. https://uufm.net/mp3s/sunday_2012_05_20.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | … Continue reading Audio Archive, May 20, 2012 – Whither the Unitarian Universalist Association?
Reverend Michael Nelson muses, “The mothering spirit provides a basis for raising children who grow up with a healthy sense of purpose in life. The same quality of care helps communities and nations set good boundaries, supple enough to provide illegal immigrants, the homeless, and neglected children the love that makes it possible for them … Continue reading Audio Archive, May 13, 2012 – Mother’s Love
Signs of new growth abound. Growing your own food or buying food that is locally raised creates a circle of health. Today we celebrate tending the garden of the mind, body and spirit in our progressive community. Convener: Michael Nelson. https://uufm.net/mp3s/sunday_2012_04_29.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:08:47 — 31.5MB)Subscribe: RSS
Scott Tanona and other Fellowship members share reflections about the rewards of giving. Speaking generally of the culture of generosity underlying personal and community gifts, special focus will be aimed at the generosity of members of UUFM in supporting both the Fellowship and our community. Speakers are Scott Tanona, Kathleen Oldfather, Stacey Broughman, Matt Sayre, … Continue reading Audio Archive, Apr. 22, 2012 – A Culture of Generosity
Reverend Michael Nelson explores the meaning of community, “It is a time of uncertainty for many values progressive people hold dear. In this time it’s essential to strengthen communities that advocate justice for all. We need one another to ensure that equal rights for the marginalized, ecological sensitivity, the celebration of diversity are lifted high … Continue reading Audio Archive, Apr. 15, 2012 – Why We Gather
Reverend Michael Nelson muses, “Last year’s leaves feed this year’s growth. How do we rise from what is no longer useful into what promotes new growth? Essential Unitarian Universalism relies on the natural cycles of decay and rebirth to move forward.” https://uufm.net/mp3s/sunday_2012_04_08.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:05:57 — 90.6MB)Subscribe: RSS
Singer, songwriter, and humorist Greg Tamblyn joins us for a music-based program of humor and reflection. Convener is Dick Beeman. https://uufm.net/mp3s/sunday_2012_04_01.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:08:28 — 94.0MB)Subscribe: RSS
