Charles Stephen, Minister Emeritus, Lincoln Unitarian Church, has been gracing our pulpit for 50 years. On this visit, Charles provides some reflections on death and how we deal with it. Convener was Michael Oldfather. PLEASE NOTE: The audio portion of this service is incomplete. The audio file begins mid-service with 38 minutes remaining. In the … Continue reading Audio Archive, Nov. 20, 2011 – Autumn Reflections on Mortality
Michael muses, “We all have a capacity to know when something doesn’t feel right or when it feels wondrous. Sacred geometry’s secret is the 7th direction–lines of energy that move inward through heart and soul.” David Yarrow, a visionary steward of the Earth, and Reverend Michael Nelson share and explore how this 7th direction may … Continue reading Audio Archive, Nov. 13, 2011 – Sacred Earth, Sacred Geometry
Ben Champion, KSU Director of Sustainability, describes his experiences working with a team of KSU and UNL researchers to discuss climate change with rural populations and agricultural producers in the Plains states. He hopes his model will be an effective vehicle for changing the conversation in the rural Great Plains about our evolving understanding of … Continue reading Audio Archive, Nov. 6, 2011 – Climate Change: Changing the Conversation
<span style=”font-size: medium;”>Reverend Michael Nelson reflects, “Recalling those you love who have died can bring anguish as it brings healing. Hopefully there is plenty of joy in the mix to lighten any unbearable weight. On this day as a community we will honor all those who have made our individual and collective lives possible and … Continue reading Audio Archive, Oct. 30, 2011 – Who Will Remember?
Historian Donald Worster of KU highlights the interconnectedness of nature and religion through the words and deeds of John Muir. Dr Worster is a scholar of conservation and environmental movements and of the ways that the natural world has shaped human society and provided the context for human life over time. Dr Worster draws upon … Continue reading Audio Archive, Oct. 23, 2011 – John Muir and the Religion of Nature
Social Action chair Stacey Broughman and Social Action Committee members discuss the topic of social action, current social action activities at UUFM, and opportunities for growth and participation in social action in the congregation. Order of Service https://uufm.net/mp3s/sunday_2011_10_16.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download ()Subscribe: RSS
Reverend Michael Nelson muses, “The wave of Unitarian Universalism progresses beyond what can be dictated. The ability to ride that wave requires strength, flexibility and endurance. More importantly it requires true desire to live without fear of success or failure; a rush of energy that leaves no room for fraudulence.” Contact Michael at 537-2349 or … Continue reading Audio Archive, Oct. 9, 2011 – What Sets Us Free?
Roger Friedmann’s interest in the history of anti-Semitism comes through his teaching of Holocaust literature in the English Department of Kansas State University. Contact Elke Lorenz at 539-3527 or ellorenz@uufm.net. https://uufm.net/mp3s/sunday_2011_10_02.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download ()Subscribe: RSS
Reverend Michael Nelson asks, “What do you say when a stranger asks, ‘What is Unitarian Universalism?’ Of course it depends on who asks, but thinking through the possible responses can reduce an awkwardness that arises when we don’t know what to say. What answers deliver truth instead of evasion?
Fellowship members Blake Belanger, Brice Hobrock and Elke Lorenz will discuss how a sense of place and belonging, the nurturing of children, and the primacy of moral and ethical values are all vital forces in sustaining community. Learn more from Blake at belanger@ksu.edu https://uufm.net/mp3s/sunday_2011_09_18.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:09:16 — 23.8MB)Subscribe: … Continue reading Audio Archive, September 18, 2011 – Strengthening Community
