The Narcissism of Small Differences

Ditzler Hall & Zoom

- Reverend Dan Lillie Sigmund Freud observed a tendency in relationships and communities, that the more they have in common, the more divided they are prone to become over relatively small differences. When Unitarian Universalists discuss our values, there is much we agree about; but because of the narcissism of small differences, we tend to […]

“We [Still] Do Not Have to Think Alike to Love Alike”: Reflections on Evolution in Our Unitarian Universalist Faith Tradition

Ditzler Hall & Zoom

- Reverend Dan Lillie Continuing our exploration of Curiosity this year, we'll explore the foundational (and inspirational!) ideas in Monica Guzman's book, I Never Thought of It That Way. Come for worship in the morning, then come back for a conversation with Monica in the afternoon! The link to join the Zoom Meeting online service […]

How We Change

Ditzler Hall & Zoom

- Christine Robinson We who are alive can’t get around it: We have to change. Individuals change, (How are those New Year’s Resolutions going?), groups change, even institutions like churches change. How do we do that? How do we resist it? How do we push back on unhealthy change? The Rev. Christine Robinson is the […]

Risking Transformation

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- April Frazier There is a loneliness that comes from hiding our true selves and keeping silent about what we need. By risking speaking our truth with persons we can trust, there is the possibility of connection, which can break down the barriers of isolation, leaving room for the freedom and beauty of transformation. This […]

Holy Hiking Through Wilderness & Soul

Ditzler Hall & Zoom

- Rev. Jennifer Alviar What happens when the sanctuary of our spirituality shifts from indoor worship to outdoor wilderness? Can nature and spirituality, ecology and theology coexist in a way that orients our understanding of what we hold as sacred and holy? Come join us for an experiential worship service around holy hiking through wilderness […]

Burning Bowl

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- Rachel Eddy Join WUUC member Rachel Eddy for the Burning Bowl service, an annual ritual for ushering in the new year. The link to join the Zoom Meeting online service at 10 a.m. is here. https://bit.ly/wuucworship Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969 For audio only, call: 253-215-8782

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 2022

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- Reverend Dan Lillie All are invited to this special holiday service filled with music and candlelight. The link to join the Zoom Meeting online service at 10 a.m. is here. https://bit.ly/wuucworship Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969 For audio only, call: 253-215-8782 Merry Christmas! No service on Sunday, December 25.

Blessed Dark

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- Reverend Dan Lillie As we approach the longest night of the year, let’s celebrate the Blessed Dark as a source of calm and comfort, and filled with potential. The link to join the Zoom Meeting online service at 10 a.m. is here. https://bit.ly/wuucworship Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969 For audio only, call: 253-215-8782

Winter Wonder

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- Reverend Dan Lillie Many traditions teach us that the divide between the sacred and the secular is an illusion. Everything in our universe can point us toward awe and wonder. What are the unique things about this winter season that inspire awe and wonder in us? The link to join the Zoom Meeting online […]

Recurring

Depolarizing Within (a Braver Angels workshop)

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Saturday, December 10 1:00 – 4:00 PM, virtual workshop on Zoom bit.ly/3iw4Wyo Sunday, December 11 1:00 - 4:00 PM, In person in Sanctuary bit.ly/3VwdrrV Facilitator: Ryan Nakade Organized by John Moran, Co-Chair of the Western Washington Alliance Please register at the links above for the virtual/in person workshops! The Depolarizing Within workshop is designed to […]

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Ditzler Hall & Zoom

- Reverend Dan Lillie All are invited to this special holiday service filled with music and candlelight. Merry Christmas! No service on Sunday, December 25. The link to join the Zoom Meeting online service at 10 a.m. is here. https://bit.ly/wuucworship Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969 For audio only, call: 253-215-8782

Spiritual Practice Gratitude & Giving Thanks

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- Worship Leaders The WUUC worship team invites you to be part of a lay-led service celebrating the spiritual practice of gratitude and giving-thanks on Sunday, November 27. The gratitude gathering will include special music, homilies readings, and poems provided by WUUC friends and members. The link to join the Zoom Meeting online service at […]

Transgender Day of Remembrance

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- Reverend Dan Lillie As we observe Transgender Day of Remembrance, let us honor the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost this year to anti-transgender violence. The link to join the Zoom Meeting online service at 10 a.m. is here. https://bit.ly/wuucworship Meeting ID: 940 3686 1969 For audio only, call: 253-215-8782    

How to Change a Mind

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- Reverend Dan Lillie There are many instances in which we might try to change hearts and minds (in our justice work, during debates, disagreements, and conflicts, etc.), but changing hearts and minds is not an easy thing to do! It's difficult and often frustrating (especially when people stubbornly refuse to see the light), but […]

Depolarizing Within

Ditzler Hall & Zoom

- Reverend Dan Lillie Before doing the hard work of making the world a better place, let’s start by examining the assumptions we carry with us that affect how we show up in our interactions with others, especially if we’re anticipating tension or conflict. Join us for worship in the morning, and a workshop in […]