Topic: History

Finding a Pencil for James

Feb. 2, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Stephen Robinson

Speaker: Rev. Stephen Robinson As we begin the month of February and Black History Month, we are inspired by the work of the distinguished professor and writer, Percival Everett. Using themes from his latest novel, James, we will look at how the stories of history are told. Everett reminds us that hearing the story from another … Continue reading Finding a Pencil for James

African American History Month: The Great Cloud of Witnesses

Feb.18, 2024 at 11 am Rev. Stephen Robinson

The fight for justice and equality stands on the shoulders of so many who have given their all to bring about change. We are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, and we commemorate that in February with a focus on African American History. Our service will give us a chance to highlight the names, … Continue reading African American History Month: The Great Cloud of Witnesses

Lessons From Genocide

Jan.28, 2024 at 11 am Rev. Stephen Robinson

January 27 marks the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau and has been set aside as the International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The images of these camps provide us with some of the most disturbing scenes in history as well as windows into the darkness of humanity. On this day, we remember the millions who were imprisoned, … Continue reading Lessons From Genocide

Postage Stamps as Illuminators of History: The Case of Morocco

Sept. 4, 2022 11:00 am Ken Perkins

This presentation will focus on 20th century Moroccan history as seen through postage stamps issued first by its colonial occupiers and, eventually, by independent Morocco after 1956.

Kickoff for Black History Month

Feb. 6, 2022 11:00 am Rev. Stephen Robinson

Jane and Bob Gillespie, Members

For much of our married life, we were without a church home, but felt our lives would be enriched if we could find a place where we were part of something greater than ourselves. The UUCC became that place. There, we’ve made great friends, enjoyed meaningful fellowship and found a sense of peace. It’s just what we were looking for.

Linda and Richard McLeod, Members

We were looking for a church where we felt accepted both intellectually and spiritually, a place where all people and religions were regarded equally without condemnation. Our search began at UUCC six years ago and we never had to look any further. We found our place here with a community of like-minded people and it became our second home, our second family.

Carita Barr, Member

Carita Barr, Member: Growing up in a Lutheran state-taxed church, I never was very religious. But 40 years ago, I heard about Unitarian Universalism through friends. I found a home here where this diverse religious community really works to better our world. Respect and honor for the “other” is the main ingredient in our cooperative efforts as a movement.

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