Many of us are disturbed – even aghast – at some of the actions and rhetoric of our political and religious leaders in America; we are dismayed at the continuing lack of civility and compassion on the part of our fellow citizens. On this, the weekend when we celebrate our nation’s birthday, it behooves us … Continue reading Why I Still Love My Country, in Spite of ….
All are invited to participate in a special Memorial Day service by bringing a photograph or memento of a loved one who has passed away. Those who wish to may also share a memory of the person; and through our stories and keepsakes, we will together build an altar that celebrates life.
After a week spent learning about one another, Reverend Nica Eaton-Guinn takes us on a visionary journey. What kind of future might we co-create? What kind of community might we hope for? What kind of world can we envision? Let’s imagine the possibilities together… This is Rev Eaton-Guinn’s second sermon with us in candidating week, … Continue reading Imagine…
Today is the second day of Passover, when Jews re-tell the story of their ancestors’ long and treacherous journey from Egypt to the “Promised Land.” If you were to embark on a journey from one way of life to another, what would you take with you, and what would you need to leave behind? And … Continue reading Preparing for the Journey
Several times a minute commuters in the British Underground are reminded from an intercom system to “mind the gap” between the platform and the train. Today’s sermon explores the theme of internal and external gaps and spaces in our life. What is our relationship with the liminal, with those in-between spaces? How do we mind … Continue reading Mind the Gap
Based on the Tony Award winning musical “A Chorus Line” that was a hit on Broadway half a century ago, the five member ensemble will use the theme of “Who are you becoming?” to perform original monologues and songs.
Joseph Campbell wrote about the importance of “following our bliss” — discerning what it is that brings us meaning in life, and following that path. But sometimes it’s not as easy as it sounds — either for individuals, or for a congregation.
On this Easter Sunday, it is appropriate to remember Jesus the man – rabbi and rebel; and to ask in what way he might actually be a savior. Today is our annual Flower Communion. Please remember to bring a flower (or more) to share!
Maricela Morales is Executive Director of CAUSE (Central Coast Alliance United for a Sustainable Economy), and has also recently become a Unitarian Universalist at the UU Church of Ventura! She will be speaking with us about the plight of the farmworkers, and why our UU Principles of justice and compassion call us to support a … Continue reading First In The Country
Please join the children and youth of our Religious Education program for a service that can’t help but enlighten and inspire us all.
