Today is Rev. Hines’ final Sunday as CVUUF’s Interim Minister. Where have the “maps of the heart” taken us this past year? And where might they take us in the future?

As you look forward to your new shared ministry with Rev. Nica Eaton-Guinn, what are some of the things you can do to ensure that her ministry with you goes well?

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 ….

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

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

What does a comedy about a man and his life-size doll have to do with religious community? All will be revealed!