In-Person Services, Columbia, SC Sundays 11AM

An Interdependent Web of Care

What if we could lose ourselves in caring for another and find it a source of joy not lost self? Melody Beattie and others have warned us of the dangers of codependency, but Rev. Pat Jobe spent a fraction of his life caring for a dear friend who died last year, a man who dealt with muscular dystrophy for 54 years, a man about whom he has written a new book that he will have with him. Tommy Hicks understood the interdependent web of life as well as anyone and Jobe brings his love of this man and the love that was reciprocated to our pulpit for fun and a tenderizing of the heart. As Monty Python’s Flying Circus used to love to say, “And now for something completely different . . . “

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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