Lighting the Chalice: Sermons from the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Berks County Podcast

Lighting the Chalice: Sermons from the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Berks County

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Berks County
Join us for a regular theme that will nurture the spirit, support your spiritual journey, and serve the cause of justice and love in the world.
Creating Beauty in Community
This morning we explore the ways we can create beauty in community from what we already have – from empty lots, thorn bushes, and a little bit of faith.
May 10, 2020
11 min
The Liberation of Letting Go
The work of liberation is just that, work. Right? Yes, and no. Sometimes learning to let go – of a bad mood, a grudge, an addiction – can be just the thing we need to realize justice, truth, and freedom.
Apr 26, 2020
10 min
Liberating Earth
Join us for a celebration of Earth Day and a call to sacred activism.
Apr 19, 2020
12 min
All of Us Need All of Us To Make It
This morning we’ll explore Unitarian Universalist minister Rev. Theresa Soto’s words: “All of us need all of us to make it.” Right now, we are witnessing human interconnectedness in new ways that are heightening awareness that none of us can be truly free until all of us are free.
Apr 5, 2020
13 min
The Wisdom Pot
There’s an old story about a pot that gets broken and pours forth wisdom. Where does your wisdom come from? This morning we will explore the many containers of wisdom–stories, practices, other people, and ourselves.
Mar 29, 2020
14 min
A Living Bridge
Special note: This sermon was recorded during a virtual church service. Members of the congregation came together online to connect even in this time of uncertainty and social distancing due to the COVID-19 outbreak. A central task of religious community is to form connections, to create living bridges with and to others. Today we’ll explore the many ways our community builds bridges of understanding, relationship, and justice.
Mar 15, 2020
10 min
The Wisdom of Our True Natures
Ancient wisdom advises us to listen to our inner voice, the still small voice. When we do, we come closer to our own true nature and learn to honor the wisdom within.
Mar 8, 2020
23 min
The Anchor of the Soul
Special guest: Rev. Israel Buffardi Hope has been called the anchor of the soul, yet hope is hard to find today for many of us. Together we will reflect on hope as an imperfect practice of working for our ideals, as they pass from generation to generation.
Mar 1, 2020
24 min
Building a Community of Communities
Special guest: Paula Cole-Jones Whether we consider faith formation, growth, social justice and/or dismantling white supremacy, Unitarian Universalists could use an identity update. This presentation embraces who we are and challenges who we think we are. Seeing ourselves as a Community of Communities changes our future and it is  key to the Beloved Community. Paula Cole Jones is the founder of ADORE (A Dialogue on Race & Ethnicity), a former president of DRUUMM (Diverse and Revolutionary Unitarian Universalist Multicultural Ministries) and our congregation’s Primary Contact in the Central East Region of the Unitarian Universalist Association.
Feb 23, 2020
29 min
Resiliency Practices
Reading: from Welcoming the Unwelcome by Pema Chödrön What are the practices that can help us build resiliency in terms of personal struggle and national or global crisis? Today we’ll share and seek some practical guidance for developing resiliency practices in our daily lives.
Feb 16, 2020
23 min
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