Join us for insights on the power of transformation in the natural world, in the human heart, and in our congregation. We’ll also explore in earnest our aspirations for a new mission statement. Led by Rev. Eric Severson.
We will explore the core Buddhist practices of the Brahma Viharas, also known as the Four Divine Abodes (and many other names, including the Four Heart Practices.) They are safe havens to which we can always return to find our true selves. Led by Beth Sperry, on behalf of the Three Jewels Sangha.
Join us in exploring not just what the nation’s founders believed, but the context of those beliefs in their times, so that we can understand how the Constitution became a secular document. What does that teach us about religious freedom and how does that framework still affect us today? Guest speaker Jennifer Vannette has a … Continue reading 2/25/2024 – “The Founders – Faith & Freedom”
The gifts of justice and equity are rooted in love. Join us for our second Music Sunday, presented by our Music Team and choir. The service features music that speaks to both the human heart and the heart of justice: love. Shared by UUFoM musicians “for the love of music.”
Saturday, February 24Islamic Center, MidlandDrop Off: UUFoM at 11:30amPick Up: UUFoM at 2:30pmLunch included! During the second half of the religious education year, our older youth have the opportunity to visit other religious organizations and learn about different faiths. Our first experience will be with our local Islamic Center of Midland, located at 1801 North Stark Road, … Continue reading Middle and High School Youth Experience
by Jennifer Streid-Mullen Love and striving for social justice are at the heart of our Unitarian Universalist faith. Here are some quotes to stimulate your reflection: “Like fighting an addiction, being an antiracist requires persistent self-awareness, constant self-criticism, and regular self-examination.”― Ibram X. Kendi, How to Be an Antiracist From the Sunday 2/4 service: “If you are neutral … Continue reading February Anti-Racism Moment
Article II proposed by-law changes have been updated! At our 2023 General Assembly, amendments to the language for Article II proposed change were voted on and accepted. Based on these amendments, the “final” proposed revisions to Article II were published in October 2023. The following link includes the “final” proposal, a Letter from the UUA Board of … Continue reading Article II Update from the MidAmerica Region
Threads That Connect, Stories That InspireFirst Unitarian Society, Madison, WI/Virtual Registration is now open for the MidAmerica Region Regional Assembly 2024, to be held both online and at the First Unitarian Society of Madison, Wisconsin, on Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20 of 2024! There will be both in-person and online workshops and other programming, … Continue reading 2024 MidAmerica Regional Assembly – April 19-20
While equality means providing the same opportunity to all, equity means recognizing that we do not all start from the same place. We have a responsibility to acknowledge and make adjustments to systemic imbalances. Led by Rev. Eric Severson.
