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Christopher Nolan’s recent film “The Odyssey” posits that the downfall of a civilization can ensue from violating what’s called “Zeus’ Law,” which mandates that everyone treat “strangers and sojourners with generous hospitality lest they be gods in disguise.” How do the film’s central messages and themes correlate with what is currently happening in our own … Continued
It’s been said that showing up is 80 percent of life. Being present–showing up at the important moments in the lives of those people who mean something to us and in solidarity with others outside our own immediate circle–is of utmost importance. How can all of us at Sunnyhill show up for one another and … Continued
In celebration of Labor Day weekend, we’ll reflect on the meaning and nature of work. In what ways have working conditions improved and in what ways have things worsened? And what can be done to improve work for all?
Unitarian Universalists share in their commitment to creating a more loving society, but nonetheless, we live in a society which is, to a great degree, characterized by lovelessness. In this sermon, we will explore what it means to love, to be lovable, and the obstacles that we face in creating the beloved community.
This service will offer insight from the Meals on Wheels experience in the neighborhoods of Pittsburgh. It’s not always about the food.
Separation of church and state does not mean that religion has no role to play in democracy. How has conservative religion been co-opted and perverted in order to bolster authoritarianism and how can liberal religion be a positive force in building a healthy democracy from the ground up?
How do we remain generous in a world that constantly tells us there isn’t enough? Drawing from his experiences accompanying immigrant families and his Catholic faith, Jaime Martinez reflects on abundance, grace, and dignity, exploring how the way we relate to one another may be one of the defining spiritual questions of our time.
In his baseball novel “The Natural,” Bernard Malamud wrote: “We have two lives, Roy, the life we learn with and the life we live with after that. Suffering is what brings us toward happiness.” Whether you agree with this sentiment or not, there’s no doubt that baseball fans tend to be philosophical. This sermon will … Continued
Through personal stories, we’ll explore how music can serve as a powerful through-line throughout our lives. Its remarkable ability to engage both the brain and body fosters healing, strengthens relationships, and creates a sense of belonging. Music also has a unique way of capturing emotions, preserving memories, and connecting us to people and moments long … Continued
We will celebrate the flower ritual, which was created by Norbert Capek, the founder of the Unitarian Church in Czechoslovakia, and which honors the beauty and uniqueness of each individual and the bouquet we create by joining together with one another to create communities of justice and compassion.
