Podcast: Chalice Sermons

Repairing Our Hearts

When our hearts have been broken by what’s going on in our country, our world, and our own lives, we gather together today to mend them in community. Join us to explore repairing our hearts, so they are strong and resilient for the days ahead.

For Times Such as These

On this Sunday after our country’s election we gather as a Beloved Community, however we are feeling. No matter what, we are more resilient, hopeful, and courageous together. Come one, come all. You are welcome here. Join us to feel the support of friends and community.

How Can We Help?

At a time when there is so much negative energy and things are tough for many, some of the most profound ways we can be of service in the world is by helping our neighbor. Today, Shoshana Brower joins Rev. Nica to share true stories of Albanians saving Jews during WW2. These are stories of heroism, care, and helping that can encourage and inspire us all at this time. Join us to explore how we can help.

Listening to the Soul

Ayanna Gaines will explore what it means to listen to the soul, touching on topics such as the meaning of the soul and whether living beings have souls.

Listening Deeply – the Balm for our Time?

Explore the power of listening deeply as a tool for healing, understanding, and building a more peaceful world. We will delve into spiritual teachings, personal stories, and practical tips for practicing deep listening in our daily lives. Join Rev. Nica to explore this vital balm for our fragmented times.

Matt & Rick’s Excellent Adventure!

It’s quite an adventure being here at Chalice with all of you. How did we get here? What led us? Why do we stay? What’s next? Join Matt and Rick as we explore why we make Chalice our home. Hint- It has a lot to do with you. You really are that kind of special.

Ingathering – Invitation to Joy!

Our Ingathering is a special annual service inviting us all to return to the home of our souls, our precious Chalice community. Today we offer an invitation to joy, inviting you to experience joy in your lives, in our community, service and celebration. Join us to bring a smile to your face!

Braiding Sweetgrass

How do you connect with Mother Earth? Is it through science? Through nature? The ancestors? Perhaps something else? Over the past year, Chalice’s Braiding Sweetgrass group has explored these questions and more with the guidance of Robin Wall Kimmerer’s book of the same title. Join us as members of this group share their own stories and reflections of their relationship with our Dear Mother.

Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda

Humans can be hard on ourselves, giving no quarter for not knowing something the first time, allowing no room for the grace of learning. We are hard on ourselves and each other. Rev. Dana of the Ventura UU Church shares a practice of grace, possibly even for the ‘hot button’ issues of our day.