Worship

Nicola Wilbar presenting We will be weaving together themes of dark and light; death and rebirth; spiritual experience and intellectual understanding. Join us for this contemplative service where we explore finding places of surrender to relax into difficult moments. The Chalice Choir will be singing. Special music will be shared by Nicola Wilbar and Ed Priest. Nicola Wilbar has a Master’s Degree in Social Work and post-graduate training in Psychosynthesis which is, among other things, a spiritual therapeutic modality. She worked for several years as a therapist before becoming disabled in 2004. She is a proud member of our congregation.

Rev. Beau Rivers preaching What are the spiritual dimensions of generosity? What role does generosity play in the quality of our lives? 

Rev. Beau Rivers preaching With the approach of the winter holidays, we begin to contemplate how we might honor and celebrate the ones we hold dear. Media outlets inundate us with wonderful gift ideas to tempt our wallets with the promise of happiness. The seduction of consumerism is so great, it often leads to the depletion of our financial resources. This service will explore the essence of gift giving and the possible meaning of true happiness.

We invite you to join us tonight in celebration of the Winter Solstice as we gather to bid farewell to the Dark and to welcome the return of the Sun.  From prehistoric times to the present day, humans worldwide have held vigil throughout the darkest night in community, reverently anticipating the first rays of sunlight. As it crests the horizon, the light moves swiftly across the cold landscape, bringing with it regenerative warmth and the promise of a bright new day. Sourced from ancient Solstice traditions, our service will culminate in a ritual offering of the Light within each of us

Adrienne Williams presenting Please join us for Interactive Stories, Poetry and Song in celebration of Kwanzaa in this family service.  Adrienne Williams is a retired educator, human services professional, national consultant, and a longtime member of this congregation. Since 2017 she has played Sojourner Truth and Pauli Murray in We Did It For You!  Women's Journey Through History, a play by Dr. Thea Iberall.