A Dream Deferred – MLK Sunday
Over 55 years ago, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke of his dream for a racially just society. In the years since, we have seen inspiring progress and … Continue reading A Dream Deferred – MLK Sunday
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Wake up to Racism: Pass the 8th
It is time that all white UUs wake up to the reality of racism. In fact, it is past time! Our congregations say they value every person’s inherent worth and … Continue reading Wake up to Racism: Pass the 8th
What to Do When Nothing Can Be Done
Faced with others’ suffering, many of us are inclined to try and help or fix. But oftentimes, there is not a problem that can be easily solved, if at all; … Continue reading What to Do When Nothing Can Be Done
Releasing and Moving Forward
The threshold of a new year is a time to reflect on the joys and sorrows, the changes and transitions, the ups and downs of the year coming to an … Continue reading Releasing and Moving Forward
Candlelight Christmas Eve Service
Join us for our traditional candlelight Christmas eve service. Don’t forget to bring a candle to continue the Silent Night candle lighting tradition from the comfort of your home.
Winter Solstice Service: Empowerment in the Sun’s Return
A Special Sunday Service Celebrating the Winter Solstice – Followed by Coffee Hour Join us for a participatory celebration of the return of the light as the Solstice approaches. Members of Emerson’s … Continue reading Winter Solstice Service: Empowerment in the Sun’s Return
Blue Holidays Service
Do the winter holidays give you the blues? Gather in community for gentle reflection, music, and holding what is tender in your heart at this time of year. Service led … Continue reading Blue Holidays Service
The Night Shift
Rev. Rebecca Benefiel Bijur, Affiliated Community Minister Brian Nelson, Worship Associate – David Early, Tech Associate As the seasons turn us toward the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the … Continue reading The Night Shift
Each Kindness
At a time when so many of us are struggling, acts of kindness, large or small, help brighten the day of the giver and the recipient. They can spread like ripples in … Continue reading Each Kindness
Bread Communion
Sharing a bread communion together is a long-standing tradition at Emerson. As with so many things, our bread communion will be different this year. Whether it’s homemade or from the store, sourdough, … Continue reading Bread Communion