Sadly, in recent months we have seen continuous governmental assault on many people. From states passing legislation to restrict health care for women, to the cruelty of national immigration policies – there seems to be a focus on hurting those who are desperate or living in poverty. Fortunately, there are people all around … Continued
Action Brings Hope A Message From Our Acting Social Justice Chair Barbara Leighton Opportunities abound for possible actions to transform the world through justice and compassion. You can pick one or more to encourage yourself and others along the way. Some require getting out and connecting with other people. Other actions can be done … Continued
Dearest Members and Friends of CVUUF, I am excited to explore the theme of ‘Curiosity’ with you this month. When it comes to curiosity, we often leave out ourselves and what’s right in front of us. Saint Augustine captured this perfectly when he wrote, “People go abroad to wonder at the heights of mountains, … Continued
Gather the spirit, harvest the power. Jim Scott’s UU hymn tells the story. When we join our spirits together in the work of seeking justice and compassion, we are more powerful. Our efforts are magnified greater than the sum of individuals. We learn from one another, support each other, and celebrate together. We become accountable … Continued
My Friends, This month we are exploring the theme of Wholeness. What does it mean to be a whole human being? How do we integrate all of who we are, our strengths and foibles, to feel fully alive and true to who we are meant to be on this earth? This Sunday, April 7, we explore what … Continued
Where do you find solace and a reprieve from the onslaught of news that transpires to completely enrage or numb you? What balm could be created to heal the onslaught of turmoil dropped in your inbox, newspapers, and social media? What if you could contribute to a cause that you hold dear, or revel in … Continued
Southern California has needed this rain. Our native plants and wildlife needed rain. Our hills and valleys, streams and deserts, all needed this rain. I am thankful that we have received rain in abundance this year and bless the life-giving rain. But now, honestly, I am sick of it. Can we please, please, please see … Continued
Minister’s Column – March 2019 – Journey Welcome to our month focused on the theme of JOURNEY. Many of you had the chance last Sunday during service to map where your ancestors journeyed from. It is a joy to look at the maps on our Art Wall in Fellowship Hall and see how we come … Continued
I recently read an article from the Harvard Business Review, The Neuroscience of Trust by Paul J. Zak. I find the human brain fascinating, and with our theme of Trust, I decided this was something I could dig into. Through various experiments over 10 years, the organizers created a survey to help companies see in … Continued
