In trying times, joy is more important than ever. And, as poet and professor Toi Derricotte writes “joy is an act of resistance.” Worship Leaders: Rev. Darcy, Matte B. and Melynda R.  Tech Maestro: TBA

What does it mean to have a spiritual practice? Is there such a thing as a Unitarian Universalist spiritual practice?  Worship Leaders: Rev. Darcy, Tricia G, and Melynda R. Tech Maestro: TBA

What does collective liberation mean for us as Unitarian Universalists? Scripture tells us “You were born for such a time as this.” (Esther 4:14). Join Rev Kev as we explore the foundational values of Unitarian Universalism as expressed through Justice and Equity with Love at the center. What does our faith tell us in times … Continue reading Collective Liberation: Love as Justice and Equity

Whether it’s Christian Church “Father” St. Augustine who believed rhythm came from God or Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. asking to be called a “drum-major for justice,” religious leaders have considered rhythm as essential in our efforts for spiritual and ethical living.  So this will be a service full of rhythm! Dave Rogers from … Continue reading Drum Circle Sunday

When you have had your trust broken, what do you do?  And how does one go about rehabilitating one’s capacity to trust? Worship Leaders: Rev. Darcy Baxter, Matte Black, and Melynda Rodriguez. Tech Maestro: Todd Whiteley.

“The role of the artist is to make the revolution irresistible” wrote civil rights activist Toni Cade Bambara. “Resistance and change often begin in art” said science fiction writer Ursula K. Le Guin. Come celebrate some of the art that is nourishing resistance to forces of degradation and despair. Worship Leaders: Rev. Darcy Baxter, Sharon … Continue reading Making Resistance Irresistible

Beauty is not incidental– beauty nourishes us so that we continue doing our parts to grow the beloved community, in the face of all that disheartens us. Come celebrate the glorious beauty we are surrounded by at this time of year (if your allergies allow!)  Please wear your boots or sneakers and a coat as … Continue reading Beauty is Essential

Audre Lorde writes in her poem A Litany for Survival that “when we speak we are afraid our words will not be heard nor welcomed but when we are silent we are still afraid. So it is better to speak.”  In this service, you will be invited to reflect, write, and then share your hope … Continue reading It is Better to Speak

What gets us through hard times whether they be physical, emotional or spiritual?  For many the answer may be nature.  Former Modesto Poet Laureate and retired teacher, Sal Salerno, will share some of his poems, which focus on how nature can offer us solace and refuge. Worship Leaders:  Sharon Arpoika, Lynn Bristow and Melynda Rodriguez.  … Continue reading Nature as Solace and Refuge

What happens when you set out with others on a journey and the way forward is unclear — bewildering, confusing and messy? What happens when we don’t know what we’ve gotten into to or where to go next? Let’s explore what it means to navigate the twists, turns and possibilities of the unknown. Worship leaders: … Continue reading Navigating in the Wilderness