Speaker: Rev. Andrew Weber

A Promise of Love

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A Promise of Love
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Unitarian Universalism has been described as “a covenantal faith”, based on promises of action rather than adherent to a specific faith.  Here at Thomas Paine we begin many business meetings by reading our “Covenant of Good Relations” (tpuuf.org/about-us/covenant-of-good-relations).  What does living in covenant with others mean?  More importantly, what happens when our promise of love … Continue reading A Promise of Love

Finding Our Communal Center

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Finding Our Communal Center
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When asked about Unitarian Universalism, it is normal to reference the 7 Principles – those essential ideas which help to define us as a religion.  Our faith is going through a process of finding our communal center, as the 7 Principles may soon be replaced!  This is a big deal, changing not who we are … Continue reading Finding Our Communal Center

Finding Our Individual Center

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Finding Our Individual Center
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Culturally the beginning of the year is a time to look at ourselves and focus on parts we don’t like, in order to make resolutions focused on change.  What if our resolution was instead to accept ourselves for who we were instead of trying to change ourselves?  Come and explore the possibilities through story, activity, … Continue reading Finding Our Individual Center

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
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On the night before Christmas, join us in celebrating the wonder of this holiday.  We will sing beloved carols, share stories and hold a few quiet moments of candle light on this special night.  This is an intergenerational service and ALL are welcome.

The Wonder of Hanukkah

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The Wonder of Hanukkah
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Although December is a winter month of darkness and cold, it is also a time filled with holidays celebrating light and warmth.  Starting tonight is Hanukkah, The Festival of Lights.  It is at its root a celebration of light as both miracle and wonder, the miracle of lasting light and the wonder of light in … Continue reading The Wonder of Hanukkah

I Wonder As I Wander

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I Wonder As I Wander
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We come from the unknown at birth and we go back into the unknown at death.  How can we help but wonder as we wander through the time between those two great unknowns?  We wander and wonder together, through the mystery that surrounds us and encircles our very being.

The Only Constant is Change

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The Only Constant is Change
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Heraclitus is quoted as saying that no one can step into the same river twice.  The same is true for our gatherings here.  It is impossible to step into the same community twice, as each person brings change.  What do you bring to this beloved community?  During our service we will honor and formally welcome … Continue reading The Only Constant is Change

This Too Shall Pass

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This Too Shall Pass
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It has been said that the only constant in life is that nothing is constant.  The good, the bad, the beautiful and the ugly… it is all transitory and nothing is forever.  How do we live our lives with this knowledge of constant change?

Unapologetically You

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Unapologetically You
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It is easy to say, “be yourself” but put into practice this can be difficult. What does it mean to “be myself?” or to “be oneself?” It gets tough when we start bumping into each other. How do we “be ourselves” when it feels that our true natures may be at odds with one another? … Continue reading Unapologetically You

Reflections on the History, People and Culture of the Lenape

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Reflections on the History, People and Culture of the Lenape
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Communal worship is often a means of celebration, but can also include confession, seeking new ways of being, acknowledgment of strong feelings and witnessing to a larger truth. Today we honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day in an attempt to learn, to heal and to grow. From the literal and figurative whitewashing of Columbus Day, we strive … Continue reading Reflections on the History, People and Culture of the Lenape