“Inequality: Bad for the Poor.... and the Rich” Research shows that societies experience more social, environmental and health problems as the gap between the wealthy and the poor increases. In this talk, Nick will present research and insights from the work of the Equality Trust, exploring how inequality affects everyone—from the bottom to the top. Nick Coulson is...
"Filling Plates & Filling Hearts" This talk explores the importance of sharing healthy food with members of our community who are hungry—while protecting their dignity and building meaningful connections that help address other needs. Deann will also share updates on the Prodisee Pantry, along with exciting plans for future expansion. Deann Servos is the Executive...
"Begin with Hope" One of most iconic phrases from scripture comes from 1 Corinthians 13: “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” Love is often seen as the ultimate goal—caring for people and affirming the worth and dignity of all, as expressed in our first UU...
The Member Support Committee is sponsoring a fun celebration to: We give in gratitude of our time, talents and treasures, and in doing so, we also receive.
Ed Harris: UU Minister and Civil Rights Activist UU minister Ed Harris was one of the white liberal activists involved in the Birmingham civil rights unrest. He founded the ACLU there and worked for equal rights. For his troubles he was attacked repeatedly. Narrowly missing more attacks, he and his family fled the city to...
Religion, Morality, and Science in the 21st Century More information coming soon.
Ticking Time Bomb at Plant Barry Overview of the threat of 21 million tons of toxic coal ash next to the Mobile River in the Tensaw Delta and possible permanent pollution unless action is taken now. Born and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas, Diane received her PhD in Clinical Psychology in 1973 and practiced for 20...
The Civil War in Baldwin Co. Alabama, a Brief Overview Mr. Czekanski will provide a brief overview of historic events in Baldwin County Alabama during the Civil War from the occupation of Fort Morgan to the Battle of Mobile Bay and the Surrender of Ft. Blakely, the last major battle of the war. A retired...
Why Poetry Matters in an Unjust World Even though empathy has been said to be detrimental, it is in fact what makes us human, bends the arc of the universe toward justice, champions equity, and encourages our compassion for each other. Poetry has long been a reflection of that empathy. It is often our earliest...
New Beginnings On Easter Sunday, April 5, we will have a circle to share our experiences with “new beginnings.” Easter is one of the highlights of the Christian traditions. Celebrating Easter in the spring denotes new awakenings of nature. The Easter Bunny is a folkloric symbol of Easter that brings eggs. Easter eggs symbolize...
“The Story of Love” 3rd UU Principle: Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations Human love is necessary for the survival of our species. Our brains and bodies push us to find others to love and to mate with because we are “pack animals” and “primates”. Harvey will trace the...
“Growing Up in an Era of Gun Violence: Understanding the Impact on Gen Z” 6th UU Principle: The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all This talk reflects on how the increase in mass shootings has affected Generation Z, highlighting the mental and physical toll of ongoing stress and its influence...
