Saturday, December 11, 2010

Faith and Children, Attending to the Spirit of Children

Kari Kopnick, Director of Religious Exploration

November 28, 2010

The Westside UU Congregation has a tradition of a deep commitment to the spiritual growth of our children and youth. The passion and strength of our programming is a direct result of that commitment. What is spiritual growth for children? Why is a child's spiritual growth important? And what is Westside doing to ensure the highest quality programming for our children and youth? A spirited service about the Spirit of Children.

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Saturday, November 20, 2010

Fathers and Grandfathers: Reflections and Lessons

Rev. Mark Newton & Guests

November 7, 2010

With Rev. Mark Newton leading, men of our congregation will reflect on their experiences of being fathers and grandfathers. What are the lessons these men have learned and want to share? What have they carried forward from their own fathers and grandfathers, and what have they chosen to leave behind?

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Do UUs Worship?

Rev. Peg Morgan

October 24, 2010

Some words still sting us from our past religious experiences. But maybe some reclamation is in order. Come, and let's figure out what it is we do on Sunday mornings.

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Sunday, October 17, 2010

You have to be kidding me, ‘Yoga, Demonic’?

Rev. Peg Morgan

October 17, 2010

Recently a Rabbi wrote in the Seattle Times that he is puzzled as to why so many people here in the northwest like drawing from lots of religions. He is not impressed with that approach to religion and spirituality. Then a prominent Seattle preacher called yoga demonic. Today I had planned to talk about uncertainty and hope. I still will, but these other clergy make such a discussion all the more fun!

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Finding (or Stumbling Into) Authentic Community

Rev. Mark Newton

October 10, 2010

Is finding authentic community important in our lives? If it is, what lessons can be drawn from the Buddhist concept of Sangha; from other perspectives on authentic community; and from our own experiences of life? Mark will explore these questions with us and share examples and lessons from his own journey.

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Saturday, September 25, 2010

What is the Point of Being Human?

Rev. Peg Morgan

September 19, 2010

Today we reflect on the deeper aspects of our human experience with an eye towards remembering what is important. Rev. Peg will draw upon some Buddhist spiritual principles and modern psychology.

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Saturday, September 18, 2010

Let This Be a House of Peace

Rev. Peg Morgan

September 12, 2010

Rev. Peg shares her hopes for the next chapter in the life of our congregation.

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Monday, August 9, 2010

Everything is Holy Now

Rev. Peg Morgan

August 1, 2010

Today Rev. Peg will talk about what it is like to be at a continental General Assembly of Unitarian Universalists…the most moving moments, the surprises, and the decision about whether we should boycott Phoenix because of the law passed in Arizona. Come expecting to be touched in your heart, to be challenged and to be proud to be a part of Unitarian Universalism.


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Sunday, August 8, 2010

Radical Hospitality

Rev. Peg Morgan

June 20, 2010

Today I will share some thinking about hospitality…what does it really mean to be hospitable…in our homes, in our congregation, in our hearts? This is a special day in the life of our congregation as many Unitarian Universalists from the Rainier Valley Congregation will begin joining in with us on Sundays, contemplating their membership with our congregation. And speaking of hospitality, our new Transylvanian partner church minister, Rev Attila Vagyas will be visiting us this week, and will participate in this service.

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Sunday, June 13, 2010

Immigration: He Drew a Circle that Shut Me Out

Rev. Peg Morgan

June 6, 2010

Today I will reflect on the political and spiritual issues related to the new Arizona law. How do our UU principles inform our view of this legislation? How should we as a religious body respond to this law? Should our General Assembly scheduled to be in Phoenix in 2011 cancel and move to another state?

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Sunday, May 16, 2010

The Evolution of Spirituality & its Path Through UU Tradition

Guy Whitmore

April 18, 2010

As a born and raised UU, Guy has a keen interest in both spirituality and the evolution of Unitarian Universalism. Guy will be reflecting on the changes he has experienced in our faith, and his interest in the Integral philosophy of Ken Wilbur. Guy is a member of our congregation.

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Saturday, January 30, 2010

When Feeling Guilty, Do Something Good

Rev. Peg Morgan

January 24, 2010

It’s painful to be feeling guilty…once we realize we have missed the mark, how can we dig ourselves out of the muck? This sermon is for everyone who has a memory of a moment they wish they could do over.

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