Annual Flower Communion—a celebration of beauty, uniqueness, diversity and community. You are invited to send a picture of yourself holding a flower (or near some flowers) to Rev. Matthew <revmatthew@emersonuuc.org> … Continue reading Flower Communion
In the face of global warming, ecological devastation, economic inequality, and widespread injustice, it is easy to feel powerless, overwhelmed, cynical or despairing. This Sunday Rev. Matthew and members of Emerson’s … Continue reading Earth Day Service – Inspired by Our Love for the World
The widespread use of smartphones, computers and the internet has rewired our brains in numerous ways, including shorter attention spans and leaving us more distracted. Mindfulness practices are an antidote … Continue reading Mindfulness vs. Tech Brain
Easter celebrates the story of Jesus being brought back to life, but it is also the story of a community figuring out how to move forward after a loss, despite their confusion, uncertainty … Continue reading Easter Sunday
It’s been a year since our lives were totally upended by the Coronavirus, one year since the physical distancing began and we last met together. This Sunday we reflect on what … Continue reading One Year Later
Our first Unitarian Universalist Principle calls us to affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person, and that includes ourselves. Only through respect for ourselves, can we truly respect … Continue reading Respect Yourself
Mercy and forgiveness are regarded as virtues many religious traditions. Yet we sometimes rush to forgive those who have done harm, at the expense of those they have harmed. Where … Continue reading The Limits of Mercy
Mercy isn’t quite the same as forgiveness, or kindness, or compassion. How might cultivating a quality of mercy have to do with how we UUs strive to live in these … Continue reading “Have Mercy”
What if to “side with love” meant making bold, faith-full choices? What if it were even a little bit scary? This worship service brings together worship leaders and musicians from … Continue reading Side with Love Sunday
It’s been over a year since the first COVID-19 case was reported in the US. One year later, we are exhausted, grieving, angry, and restless—yet it is far from over. … Continue reading How to Keep Going
