The word itself makes us uncomfortable. Some LGBTQ activists have used the word to provoke, advocate and assert their pride. That same attitude can take us to a deeper level of gay-straight solidarity as we deconstruct the line between ‘gay’ and ‘straight’ – beginning with our speaker. Let’s turn our discomfort to affirmation of our “queer” individuality. All of us! More Info
About our Service: Equality Florida Institute’s Safe and Healthy Schools Program aims to create a culture of inclusion while countering the bullying, harassment, social isolation, and bigotry that dramatically increase risk factors for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning) students. Read More…
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As my year with the Board ends, I ponder what keeps us in our environments. This is an extension/follow-up of my previous sermon “What Am I Here For?”.
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About our Service: Every one of us contains the essence of peace, beauty, and health. This essence is found in the energies that pattern our bodies and form our minds. What we do with these energies determines the course of our lives, the quality of our relationships, and the condition of our bodies. More Info
“Rev. Faerie” Elaine Silver is a Certified Beatleologist and will be sharing Spiritual Interpretations of selected music by The Beatles.
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About our Service: The title of this sermon might sound a bit irreverent, but there is a sound theological basis to the idea of religion as play. Cultural theorists and anthropologists have noted with fascination the elements of human behavior that make us playful are also those that make religion possible. More Info
In our Faith, Bridging Ceremonies are the sacred transition from one point in our lives to the other. Bridging is about change, growth, and our ability to reach out from where we are to where we could be if only we let ourselves realize our potential.
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One of our core goals as Unitarian Universalists is personal spiritual growth. But what does “spiritual growth” really mean? The importance of community to that growth will also be discussed.
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About our Service: Pixie Larizza will be speaking on the power of putting one’s self first, the importance of taking care of ourselves with respect to Mind/Body and Spirit, and finding empowerment in knowing when to say NO and not feeling guilty. About our Speaker: Pixie Larizza is a Jacksonville native, Artist, Holistic Counselor, Relaxation … Continue reading Holistic Approach to Happiness
About our Service: Ev Corum will reflect on some historical figures such as Michael Servetus, Thomas Jefferson, and others. About our Speaker: Ev Corum is the Director of Communication, Humanities, Philosophy, Religion, and World Languages Programs at American Public University System, an accredited, online university. In addition to academic administrative and leadership skills, he has … Continue reading Roots Hold Us Close
