Howard Zinn wrote that “to be hopeful in bad times is not just foolishly romantic. It is based on the fact that human history is a history not only of cruelty, but also of compassion, sacrifice, courage, kindness.” _Zinn, The Optimism of Uncertainty, (2004). What gives us the energy to act now to send our lives and this … Continue reading Energy of Generosity
If you can use any of the following durable medical equipment, please contact Shirley Reynolds at 635-0701 to arrange a loan: crutches, walkers, canes, IV stand, folding wheelchair, bedside commode, portable male urinal bottle with a lid. And if you have any medical equipment sitting around unused, let Shirley know if you would be willing … Continue reading Good Shepherd Committee
For over a year, we’ve had multigenerational services at least once a month. This is one of the Family Ministry concepts Rev. Marlene and I decided needed to be established at OBUUC. We design these services with as much movement, music, and participation as possible, so the children and youth aren’t too bored. I realize … Continue reading Why is Multigenerational Important
We are fortunate to have Rev. Erika Hewitt coming to Racine to lead a workshop on worship for us. I encourage anyone to attend – most especially anyone who has served as a worship associate or worship leader. Come learn about UU worship. And it will be fun! See information below. Plan Now to Attend … Continue reading In the Interim June 2019
Honoring our UU Identity (excerpt from Soul Matters; Sharing Circle) by Leann Pomaville, DLRE Early History – Who were we? The two greatest leaders in the early 19th century, Universalist Hosea Ballou and Unitarian William Ellery Channing, lived within easy walking distance of each other and had prominent Boston ministries that overlapped for 24 years, … Continue reading From the DLRE: Honoring our UU Identity
What will you be doing on Sundays this summer? The children in religious education class will be cooking around the world. Children love to eat, and they love to cook, so throughout the summer we’ll give children a “taste” of different cultures from around the world. They’ll be introduced to cultures through stories, activities, and … Continue reading From the DLRE: Summer Sundays in RE
During the discussions following Rev. Keith Kron’s visit last month there was expressed a need to further grieve the ending of Rev. Tony Larsen’s ministry. In the Jewish tradition of my family of origin there is a custom called “sitting Shiva.” This follows the loss of a loved one and in general consists of family and friends … Continue reading In the Interim: February 2019
When my children were babies and toddlers I diligently read books and websites about child development. My favorites were the books by Louise Bates Ames and Frances L. Ilg of the Gesell Child Development Institute at Yale. During these years of reading I never focused on my children’s faith formation, instead I wanted to know … Continue reading From the DLRE: Faith Formation
It’s been a busy past month as we start a new year. We had a wonderful turnout for the Covenant of Right Relationship Workshop and did very important work that will be ongoing. We Lifted Off our Annual Budget Drive. We also had a good visit with Rev. Keith Kron, Director of the UUA’s Transitions … Continue reading In the Interim: January 2019
