Speaker: Rev. Jeff Liebmann

“We Need Not Think Alike”

Figures populate the history of Unitarian Universalism that shook the religious ground of their eras in ways previously unimagined.  Today, we explore the life and times of Frances David, founder of the Unitarian Church in Transylvania.

Nehemiah and the Wall

Nehemiah and the Wall Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia October 22, 2017 Rev. Jeff Liebmann Opening Words The Story of Nehemiah About 50 years after Babylon conquered Judea and moved many Jewish leaders into exile, Babylon herself fell to the Persians under the leadership of Cyrus the Great. Judea remained a colony of Persia for … Continue reading Nehemiah and the Wall

The Way of the Mystic

A reason many of us come to church on Sunday morning is to search for the Ultimate Meaning in life.  How do we embark on that quest and what tools can help us on our way? Dedication of “Black Lives Matter” banner after the service  

Indigenous Peoples’ Day – “Rediscovering Discovery”

Unitarian Universalists affirm and promote acceptance of one another.  But are there times when we are called to reject others because of their spiritual or moral beliefs, their actions or occupations, or their political viewpoints? As we work toward becoming more anti-racist, we also acknowledge the scathing impact of racism on indigenous peoples.

Responses to Fascism (part two of two)

Emboldened actions by white supremacists and neo-Nazis have given rise to a movement committed to “direct action,” which includes a willingness to use violence in self defense. Can people philosophically committed to violence ever be defeated by nonviolence alone, or must we rely on the threat of agitators, even anarchists, to succeed?

Varieties of Pacifism (part one of two)

The UUA has taken many stands in support of peacemaking. Unitarian Universalism is not, however, a Peace Church as are the Friends, the Mennonites, and the Church of the Brethren. What stands have our predecessors taken on war and opposing tyranny?

Water Communion-“Purity”

Since the first spiritual flicker sparked ancient people to look at the stars with awe, water has played an important role in religious ritual and practice. In many religions, water serves as an agent of purification, not just for the body, but for the soul.