One historic Unitarian theologian and one modern pop star; Rev. Sarah Schurr will share how they both speak to us of the nature of the human being.
Sermons
Each week our minister or a guest speaker gives a talk on some spiritual topic. You can read many of our past sermons below. Our upcoming services are listed separately, and also listed in our newsletter.
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January 29, 2012Rev. Sarah Schurr
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January 22, 2012Rev. Marcia Stanard
We normally think of Coming of Age as something that youth do--that transition between childhood and young adulthood. But in a truly intergenerational community, what opportunities are there for all of us to learn the lessons of each life stage? Led by our minister, Rev. Marcia Stanard.
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January 15, 2012Chalice Circle
We will look forward to commemorating MLK day by sharing our thoughts and feelings about what progress has been made in the areas of justice and equality within our lifetimes. We can also share how we plan to spend the holiday.
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January 8, 2012Rev. Marcia Stanard
Recovering from the Holiday rush, from addiction, from loss or grief. What can we learn about moving forward, whole and healthy again? Led by our minister, Rev. Marcia Stanard.
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December 24, 2011Rev. Marcia Stanard
Come for this intergenerational service which will end with the traditional candle-lit Silent Night.
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December 18, 2011Intergenerational
WY’EAST'S ANNUAL WINTER PAGEANT of holidays from religious traditions around the world will be taking place during worship on December 18. The children will act out scenes in stories from Native American, Hindu, Jewish, Christian, Thai, Chinese and American traditions.
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December 11, 2011Rev. Marcia Stanard
What does it mean to answer yes? Sermon by our minister, Rev. Marcia Stanard.
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December 4, 2011Elaine Castles
Back with us from the Mid-Columbia Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Hood River, Elaine Castles says: “According to our Founding Fathers, all Americans have a right to ‘life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.’ But is happiness really something that we can pursue? Let us explore what ancient religious wisdom and modern psychological research have to say about the true nature of happiness."
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November 27, 2011Debbie and Brenda Dixon-Smith
The issue of marriage rights for same-sex couples is a hotly debated topic. Some states have instituted civil unions, and even Oregon has created domestic partnerships. But is that enough? Debbie and Brenda Dixon-Smith, married in Canada in 2006, will share their experiences with the institution of marriage and why it is important to ensure marriage equality for all people.
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November 20, 2011Intergenerational
Each autumn, we pause to give thanks for the food we gather from the earth. In this intergenerational service, we’ll hear a story from four of our members about the bread each has baked, has in hand, how it 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.