I recently walked the National Mall in Washington DC, which offered an opportunity to reflect on the stories we tell about this nation and how our democratic ideals have evolved over time. It is a conversation that spans centuries, written in monumental stone. How will this moment in time be remembered?
This past Earth Day, I mentioned that an ethic of “enough-ness” is what we need to counteract an ethic of scarcity. Let’s dive in deeper to what being “enough” really means – both individually and collectively.
Interdependence is one of our core values – but it’s not just about the way we are connected here and now. There is also a way in which we are interdependent across time – with our ancestors as well as generations to come. What does it mean to live in interdependence with both the future … Continue reading Generational Wisdom
Easter, for this lifelong Unitarian Universalist, has always raised more questions than answers. My question this year: What if the story of the Resurrection is not about salvation, but about the uncontainable, unkillable strength of Love: the power to break barriers, call forth change, shine with joy into the world? What if Love doesn’t redeem … Continue reading What if Love?
There is a movement afoot to undo decades of progress for disability rights. Now is the moment to rise together and refuse to go back, to celebrate adaptive change as sacred and holy work, and to embrace the transformative power of inclusion.
The “Blessing of the Animals” is a beloved tradition in many congregations, and we are going to bring it here to USSB. What does this mean? Bring your animal friends to church! Yes, really! Bring your actual pet – on leash, in a carrier, or bring a photo/token in their place – and we will … Continue reading A Blessing of the Animals
Resilience has been a “buzz word” for recently, and as a 150 year old institution, the Unitarian Society has learned a thing or two about what it takes to stand the test of time. But resilience is not just about “bouncing back” to where we’ve been – it’s the ability to survive and thrive into … Continue reading Ready for Anything
There is a new spin on an old theology: “The Sin of Empathy” is making headlines. What does it mean for leaders in our society to claim that “empathy” is a manipulative trick, and why is caring about the suffering of others now framed as a doorway to sin?
No matter how we might feel about it, AI (Artificial Intelligence) is here. How do we create an ethical framework for its use? How do we shape our relationship with this powerful technology so that no one gets left behind?
In times of fear and uncertainty, it can feel as though the progress we’ve fought for is slipping away. But history reminds us that moments of instability often sow the seeds for deeper growth. Drawing on John Lewis’s call to make “good trouble” and stories of resilience from the past, we’ll explore how we can … Continue reading The Ground Beneath Our Feet
