Topic: Gaia Earth

Earth-based UUs are part of the Gaia Community, who honor the inherent sacredness of Nature in an environment where diversity of belief and lifestyle is respected. We care for the Earth and each other because our lives depend on it.

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?

Earth Heal Us

Presenter: Rev. Matt Alsbaugh Service Associate: June Wilson We live in a time of existential despair over climate change and other harms to the earth. We are saddened that so many deny the existence of these harms and even double down on increasing such harms. We can easily get frozen in such despair. How do … Continue reading Earth Heal Us

Easter Awakening

On Easter morning, we consider a take on the Easter story as one of awakening. What does the mythology of Jesus’ awakening mean for us? Perhaps we are called to see and care for one another in a new way. With Earth Day coming a few days after this service, perhaps we consider awakening to … Continue reading Easter Awakening

Food Scarcity: What Does it Mean and How Two Local Non-Profits are Making a Difference

Food scarcity has been a global problem for generations both globally and locally. This service will examine what it means and how it affects communities globally and more important, locally. Mark Rochon and Robyn Puntch from Foodbank Lakeside and Janine Kirkland and Augustin Vazquez Calvario from Operation Feed will join us to present information about … Continue reading Food Scarcity: What Does it Mean and How Two Local Non-Profits are Making a Difference

Can cities save us?

Right now, about 5% of the earth’s land surface is consumed by cities, which are where a little over half of the world’s people live. The UN predicts that by 2050, over two-thirds of people will live in cities, that is to say, nearly 7 billion of almost 10 billion total people will live in … Continue reading Can cities save us?

Seaside Sustainability

Eric Magers, the son of Dee Dee Camhi, has founded two organizations. Seaside Sustainability is a non-profit located in Gloucester, Massachusetts, dedicated to cleaning up the oceans. The National Stem Honor Society is a national honor society for students from kindergarten through university who have demonstrated significant interest im STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and … Continue reading Seaside Sustainability

Astrology as a Spiritual Practice

Pamela Cucinell has been involved in serious study of astrology and metaphysics for almost 40 years. What began as curiosity bloomed into an understanding that something is intended with each moment, whether or not we comprehend it. Observation of Earth’s relationship with its Moon and place within the solar system can deepen understanding of time, … Continue reading Astrology as a Spiritual Practice

In Celebration of Spring

During this time of uncertainty and differences, some things do not change. On March 20, the Spring Equinox will come and bring a balance of night and day. Esther Jones, Fred Koesling, Fred Harland, and Bob Koches will provide us insight into the celebration of spring. Kaya Reed will be service leader.

Earth Heal Us

Presenter: Rev. Matt Alspaugh We live in a time of existential despair over climate change and other harms to the earth. We are saddened that so many deny the existence of these harms and even double down on increasing such harms. We can easily get frozen in such despair. How do we avoid allowing such … Continue reading Earth Heal Us