This week’s message reflects on the nature of love in Beloved Community. Rev. Lisa shares one of her favorite passages from The Velveteen Rabbit about what it means to become Real.

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This week’s video reflects on why congregations matter, as we begin this month’s theme of Beloved Community. Rev. Lisa marks the 25th anniversary of her ordination and shares what she has learned along the way.

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This week’s message explores the power of imagination as a spiritual practice, when we let our minds and hearts run free. Rev. Lisa reflects on the unexpected connections and creativity we can find, and shares the new UUConnect Monthly newsletter as an example. You are invited to view an introduction and link to the newsletter below Rev. Lisa’s message.

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UUConnect Monthly: An Introduction

Imagine, if you will:

It is 11:15 am on a Sunday morning in January. You are sitting in the back right section of the sanctuary. The sun is shining brightly on the snow-covered woods, making the huge sanctuary windows sparkle.  You wrap up a discussion with the couple seated on your left and stand to greet a visitor. Continue reading →

This week’s message invites us to remember when we first knew ourselves to be a part of history. Rev. Lisa reflects on the extraordinary and ordinary moments that shape a free and democratic world.

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This week’s message shares a shortened version of the five smooth stones of liberal religion. Rev. Lisa reflects on the continued need for moral and prophetic imagination in our nation today and the hope that our commitment to the practice of democracy will continue to build the world we dream. In addition, click here to view one of the UUA’s written resources on the five smooth stones.

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