World religions vary greatly in their views of non-human animals. Arguably, the faith which holds animals in highest regard is Jainism (pronounced JANE-ism), an Indian religion. Most scholars believe Jainism developed between 700 and 500 B.C.E., making it one of the oldest religions still being practiced. Currently, there are more than four million Jains in … Continue reading Jainism
The topic this month is “Progressive Christianity”, defined as A movement within Christianity that emphasizes social justice, compassion, and inclusive theology, often challenging traditional interpretations of the Bible and religious authority. It’s characterized by a focus on values like love, compassion, justice, and tolerance, and a commitment to political activism and social change. After reviewing … Continue reading UUCF April 2025
25-04 Journey Circle Generosity
April 17 is International Bat Appreciation Day. Bats are found most everywhere on the planet, except for polar regions and deserts. They are the only flying mammal. There are more than 1400 species of bat in the world. The smallest is the Kitti’s hog-nosed bat (or bumblebee bat), which weighs less than a penny. The … Continue reading International Bat Appreciation Day
Buckman Bridge Unitarian Universalist Christian Fellowship will meet Sunday March 23 at 9 AM in the Forrest Church Room. The topic is “The Myth of Redemptive Violence”. We will start with a portion of a video by Reverend H. Lamar IV of the Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church of Washington DC on the Myth of … Continue reading The Myth of Redemptive Violence
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Most people oppose cruelty to animals. Few realize, however, that we can take a stand against cruelty every time we purchase cosmetics, personal care products, and household products. Unfortunately, some companies in these industries still test their products on the skin and eyes of animals. That’s especially sad, given the availability of non-animal methods, such … Continue reading Cruelty to Animals
2023-24 Annual Report
