Sermon Archive

The title comes from a debate between two rabbis about how candles on the menorah should be lit on the eight nights of Hanukkah: light one each evening, or start with all eight burning then extinguish them one by one? Rev. Craig Moro will invite us to ponder such “fires of the spirit”, be they large or small

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Each autumn, we pause to give thanks for the food we gather from the earth. In this service, we’ll hear stories from four of our members about a loaf of bread, how the bread connects to their personal history, and the meaning it holds for them. Then, during social hour, they’ll share these loaves with all of us. This service coordinated by long-time Wy’east member, Anders Liljeholm

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For many of us, Thanksgiving is the only meal each year for which we “say grace”.  Is this because it’s the only time we eat turkey, or is there another reason? This morning, Rev. Craig Moro will describe a meal without either turkey or grace that nearly ended in disaster.  We will also dedicate our Joys and Sorrows time to thanking the many people who dedicate themselves to making the Wy’east experience happen!

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This second Sunday in November falls on Veterans' Day (formerly Armistice Day).  Wy'east members reflect on military service and faith, considering questions like how do they reconcile their liberal faith with military service?  What is it like to be a person of liberal faith while serving?  Patriotism:  Why isn't it considered a "liberal" value in public discourse? and What called you to serve? 

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It’s time to think some more about what lethal firearms mean to those who feel a need to carry them, and what they mean to the rest of us.  Rev. Moro will share his perspective as a former gun owner, hunter, and past member of the NRA. 

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Please join us for our 3rd Black Lives of UU Service, organized in response to a call in April 2017 from the BLUU Organizing Collective.  Many Wy'easters have worked together to understand the materials recommended by them and to create a service that answers their mandate to lift up black voices. Together, we'll listen to those voices as we contemplate what it might mean to show up for black lives, both within our congregation and in the wider world.  Service led by Wy'east Members.

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Let’s visit the land of Oz with Dorothy and her friends as we contemplate what it means to affirm and promote our third UU principle, “acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth.” Can we help each other break the spells and enchantments that have poisoned our public discourse with so much fear and anger?  Join Rev. Craig Moro on this walk down the yellow brick road.

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Each year thousands of pounds of fresh produce are grown and donated to local food banks for neighbors in need of good food. Find out how this grassroots program started, why so many community gardeners are dedicated to the program, and how it impacts our neighborhoods.  Cheryl Brock, the Volunteer Co-manager at Rigler Community Garden will share her own experience with us.  This Sunday will also be a Special Collection for Food for People.

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"In fourteen-hundred ninety-two, Columbus sailed the ocean blue..." What other colors do we need to paint a portrait of the Admiral of the Ocean Seas and his actions in the New World? Rev. Craig Moro has a few suggestions.

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Unitarian Universalist Minister Rev. Dr. Emily Brault  will share about how her experiences as a prison chaplain influence her perspectives on love, justice, and humanity.

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