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Throughout history there have been prophets. Generally we think of them
as having received some divine message not available to the rest of us,
but are we not all prophets when we engage in acts of hope, when we
share our vision of a better world? - Guest Speaker : Rev. Jackie
Clement , First Parish of Malden, Universalist, Malden, MA
In contrast to what some prominent televangelists might assert, Rev.
Woulfe does not subscribe to the notion that bad things happen to
people because God is deliberately punishing them. What then might be
the answer to this age old question?
Feeling busy? Overextended? A little exhausted running from one thing
to the next? How can we live a life of meaning while also feeling
rested and perhaps even rejuvenated? Join guest preacher Anne Griffiths
as she explores where our drive to be busy comes from, and how we might
find the balance we need.
Last summer, the UUA launched a new national campaign, "Standing on the
Side of Love." This campaign is intended to promote the rights of LGBT
people and immigrants. In this service, Rev. Woulfe will share some of
the background, motivations and goals of this effort. (This video also
includes footage from the peaceful protest this congregation made
against the "planned" protest by the Westboro Baptist Church over the
presentation of "The Laramie Project", a play based on true events that
was in town last November. The Westboro Baptist Church crowd, did not
show up as they announced.
Having recently undertaken all that is involved with a change in residence, Rev. Woulfe will offer his insights into the spirituality of such a process.
As UUs commonly appreciate mysticism, in this service, Rev. Woulfe will ponder the gifts and lessons of Rumi, the Sufi poet-saint of the 13th century.
The anniversary of the birth of Martin Luther King, Jr. is an appropriate time to reflect upon Social Justice: is it integral to a healthy spiritual life, both individual and corporate, or is not?
An old saying suggests that it is better to give than to receive. I happen to believe in this myself. But what happens when someone refuses to accept a gift, either graciously or at all? What lessons might the season offer on receiving, as well as giving?
What may we properly borrow from other religious traditions? How do we show respect for others' traditions. Are there some words, rituals and symbols which we should never seek to borrow ere we become guilty of theft?
Once a year, the peoples of this nation are encouraged to reflect on the gifts which we have received during the past year. In this service, we will share the proverbial blessings that have been shared among us in a litany created from all members and friends. Rev. Woulfe will speak on our collective gifts.
One popular slogan features the word "coexist", creating the letters from diverse religious symbols. A lofty goal in theory, is such a thing possible? What examples from the past exist, and how might it fare in the future?
Rev. Woulfe talks about how we as a society need to learn to be more tolerant to other people's opinions when we do not agree with them.
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