One of our Unitarian martyrs is Nobert Capek. He began his ministry as a Baptist heretic in Prague, Czechoslovakia, fled into exile to New York City, found himself labeled a heretic within the American Baptist church, and converted to Unitarianism. We will honor his life … read more.
In the 1800s, Unitarian and Universalist women were at the forefront of 1st wave feminism. They transformed motherhood from a private family matter into a political force to be reckoned with. We will celebrate their successes, own their shortcomings, and draw on their learnings.
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Rev. Minnema will report on his month long stay in Columbia where he was accompanying various Presbyterians who are advocates for some of the six million displaced persons who lost their lands, their livelihood and their culture to the long years of violence and greed … read more.
Aldo Leopold wrote about the need for people to adopt a ‘land ethic’. What does this mean for those of us who live in the beautiful and bio-diverse landscape of the Driftless Area? Do we consider how our actions are either promoting the beauty and … read more.
In the 19th century, Unitarians and Universalists left behind the doctrine of original sin, which says that humans are born depraved, and the doctrine of atonement, which says that Jesus died for those sins. Without these doctrines, what is left of Easter? More than you … read more.
As Christians begin Holy Week, Jews are preparing for Passover, which begins on Friday. The Passover Seder celebrates the journey of the Ancient Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. But it also offers much for those who strive for freedom today.
Freedom From Religion Foundation attorney Sam Grover will discuss how modern cries for “religious freedom” in the United States are being made not in defense of religious thought, but as an attack on the civil rights of marginalized groups, especially the LGBTQ community. This weaponization … read more.
Reflection on this month’s theme of truth-telling has led me to this question: What did I forget to tell my adult children? This has to do with anxiety I have for them and their future—but also for their outlook on the future. Is there reason … read more.
Discernment and building of “truth” takes place around tables. Who is at the table and who is not opens and limits how truthful the result is. A problem rises when a “truth-table” conversation becomes an echo chamber. At stake is the health of a democratic … read more.
We are in a crisis of truth, tempted pick and choose our facts as they suit short term goals that feel infinite in their magnitude. How do we choose truth when truth is inconvenient?
