Dia de Los Muertos

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Message from Our Minister

Each year, toward the end of October, the UUCC  celebrates Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. This annual ritual provides an opportunity for us to give our  sorrow words, as we remember those who have died and  stay connected to them with our ability to remember. For  may of us, the pandemic has caused us to be more  isolated as we deal with tremendous fear, death, and loss.  When we gather as a community on October 31st, some  in person and some virtually, we have the opportunity to  come out of the isolation and silence, and give words to  our sorrow.
As we prepare for this service, we will especially be remembering the members and friends  who have died since the last time we held this ritual. However, Dia de los Muertos provides a  chance to remember all who have died, no matter how long ago. You will have an opportunity  to bring pictures of loved ones you are remembering to the service, and we will have a table  set up to display the pictures. For those who participate virtually, you can email me a picture  and the name of the loved one you are remembering, and I will make sure they are included in
our service. So many things connect us together as a community at the UUCC, and our experience of loss
and grief connects us deeply as the common experience of our humanity. I look forward to  leading our ritual of connecting and remembering.

Rev. Stephen Robinson

Speakers

Past Services

Spirituality on the Spectrum

Join Janice Kahrs as she adapts a discussion topic from UUCC’s exploring spirituality group into a sermon about her own diagnosis of Autism and how it colors her perspective on religion and communication.

Bridging Hearts: A Unitarian Odyssey Across Continents

This sermon will explore the profound connection between Transylvanian Unitarians and American Unitarian Universalists, highlighting how, despite geographical distances and diverse cultural backgrounds, they share a common foundation of faith, values, and purpose. Through personal stories, historical contexts, and contemporary examples, we will reflect on how this partnership enriches both communities, fostering mutual support and understanding. Join us as we celebrate the beauty of unity in diversity and the strength found in shared beliefs, reminding us that together, we can illuminate the path toward a more compassionate and inclusive world.

“Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion: The Wisdom of Jonathan Haidt”

Dr. Michael Sullivan will be presenting a creative understanding of why good people are divided by politics and religion. It is based on the work of social psychologist Jonathan Haidt.  Dr. Haidt concludes that “morality binds and blinds”. Using the six foundations of morality derived from his research, we can gain a better understanding of “the righteous mind” that everyone has. This can help bridge political and religious divides and promote greater respect for opposing views.

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