UU Church of Peoria Sermons
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The word ·God· can be a hot-button for many Unitarian Universalists. But late maverick retired Episcopal bishop John Shelby Spong, whose best known book is ·Why Christianity Must Change or Die,· gives us some new ways of looking at the concept. He says, ·I can tell no one who God is or what God is. Neither can anyone else · from the Pope to Pat Robertson to the Dalai Lama. That is simply an aspect of human pretending.· We will explore the ideas of this courageous and far-sighted man as expressed by him, and by others, in speech and in song.
In today·s divisive sociopolitical climate, negative stereotypes often fuel intergenerational conflicts and resentments. In this service, Aging Studies graduate student BJ Lindsey invites us to set aside our generational biases and consider what each age group can teach us.
We never notice the disasters that don·t happen. David draws on his work as a civil engineer to explore how the quiet, unglamorous discipline of maintaining what already exists can be a profound source of meaning, even when no one·s watching and the system isn·t perfect.
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Illinois People·s Action is advocating for quality healthcare for all of us. Learn more about their effort and share your experience after the service.
Games foster social emotional learning and executive function skill development in a low stakes environment. These translate to better communication with family or neighbors, especially applicable this fall with elections.
This service is inspired by Jill Thomas. It has been said, ·You are what you wear.· A message on a t-shirt can tell us a lot about the person wearing it. During this service, members of the congregation will share some of their favorite shirts and their messages
Braver Angels is a national grassroots initiative to bring together people with opposing political views to rediscover our shared humanity. Bill Poorman and David Pittman established the Central Illinois Chapter of Braver Angels. They will share their experiences with this initiative. Charlie Boursier is our guest musician.
Mystery stories come in many shapes and sizes, from books to TV to movies, and have been with us long as fiction. What draws us to them, and what do they tell us about ourselves? Join Brad Keefauver as he looks at detectives and mysteries of all kinds for some possible answers.
On this Pride Sunday, we celebrate the sacred worth of LGBTQ+ lives and the holy courage it takes to live authentically. Through story, music, reflection, and community, we honor the long journey toward liberation while recommitting ourselves to the work of radical welcome, justice, and love without exception.
Join us for a celebration of story and the abundance of life as we honor our ritual of the Flower Communion. All are invited to bring flowers as we create our common bouquet. Please stay for a light pizza lunch and the congregational meeting after the service.
Join us for a celebration of story and the abundance of life as we honor our ritual of the Flower Communion. All are invited to bring flowers as we create our common bouquet. Please stay for a light pizza lunch and the congregational meeting after the service.
As Juneteenth approaches and Peoria becomes a center of celebration and Black Joy, how does a largely white congregation fit in the conversation? This service is inspired by the UU value of Justice
As we recognize Memorial Day and those who made deep sacrifices, what is the state of our work as a nation? This service is inspired by the UU value of Transformation.
So often we struggle to see each other as fully human. What does respect and dignity mean in this time? This service draws on the UU value of Equity. Special Music from the Peoria Recorder Consort.
Generosity is often associated with fundraisers and amounts of money. What about other forms, such as skill, time, and compassion? How might we be more filled and connected? This service draws on the UU value of Generosity.
Unitarian Universalism draws on many sources, including world religions. How do we balance curiosity with respect?
This all-ages worship service will be a time to gather together and celebrate the earth, all those who rely on her, and the ways we can care for our unique planet!
In Unitarian Universalism, we talk about having Love at the center of all things. How is love relevant in an often unloving world?
In the first ending of the Gospel of Mark, Jesus does not appear after his death. What have we received from his life and his death? What do we bring into the world?
In a time of everyday moral struggle, how do we live lives of integrity inside and out? During this service, we honor Transgender Day of Visibility.
We are told that attention must be paid to people and their experiences, especially in the work of justice. Why are we so called? What comes from listening and watching?
As part of Women·s History Month, hear about a woman who sought equality for all people as she navigated being a Black Unitarian woman in antebellum United States.
With so many sources of information, how do we know what is true, or even fact?
Amid the pulls and needs of the world, we also are called to care for our own lives and this congregation. What is the purpose of the church and Unitarian Universalism in this moment?
