Topic: Community

CLIMATE JUSTICE REVIVAL SUNDAY

A very exciting Climate Justice Revival is sweeping the UU world this Fall and LCUUF is going to be part of it as we participate in a UU Climate Justice Revival to collectively reimagine a spirit-filled and liberatory future. Through conversations, worship, and advocacy, we will join other UU congregations and begin to realize climate … Continue reading CLIMATE JUSTICE REVIVAL SUNDAY

What is Climate Justice?

Bob Koches, Presenter Tim Boeve, Service Associate Join us as we begin to reimagine a spirit-filled and liberatory future. We will begin to explore the complexities of climate justice from the unique perspective of immigrants  in Mexico, where the impacts of global warming are increasingly visible. This sermon will delve into the ethical responsibilities we … Continue reading What is Climate Justice?

A Sense of Place

Presenter: Rev. Matt Alspaugh There is a sense of rootedness, a sense of place, the interdependence we have with the people and things that are local, directly around us. Yet we live in a global world, easily connecting us with people and things far away. How does this sort of rootedness relate to our global … Continue reading A Sense of Place

Preparing for the Unexpected

Presenters: Loretta Downs and Catherine Luria Service Associate: Dee Dee Camhi Emergencies of many types can surprise us. Loretta Downes will talk about planning for emergencies and death, the forms and documents which are needed and other helpful information.

“Happiness”

June Wilson, Presenter Cat Barnett, Service Associate Everyone wants to be happy. This service will explore information about happiness from scholars, philosophers and ordinary people concerning how we can create more happiness in our own lives and spread happiness to others.

Gratitude

Presenter: Jud Dolphin Service Associate: Dee Dee Camhi The holiday season is upon us. It’s time for giving. Mother Teressa reminds us, “It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.” Simple words open deeper reflections for more thoughtful kindness. It’s not what we do for holiday spirit, but more … Continue reading Gratitude

“Building The Beloved Community”

Presenter: Al Castleman Service Associate: Lynn Cleek The term “beloved community” was popularized by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in the context of the civil rights movement.  It describes a community characterized by love, compassion, justice, and mutual support among its members, and emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and a commitment to the well-being of … Continue reading “Building The Beloved Community”

Poco a Poco Organization Presentation

Presenters: Kari Higgins, Francisco Nava, and Doris Wakeman Service Associate: Dee Dee Camhi A presentation by Poco a Poco, a local organization that helps the people in the communities east of Chapala, about all the things they do and the communities they serve.