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Memories Making Us, Rev. Kent Matthies

What is the earliest memory of your life? What is one of your favorite memories to share?  Why do you love to tell it? Who we are is shaped less by all the events of our lives, than by the highlighting of key moments. How you remember … read more.

When We Can’t Forgive, Rev. Kent Matthies

Today we celebrate the High Holy Days. Jewish tradition encourages people to greet the New Year with serious introspection, self-evaluation and prayer.  Elie Wiesel, a holocaust survivor, tremendous writer and a world leader, said that he could not forgive the crimes committed by the Nazis. What happens … read more.

We the People, Rev. Kent Matthies, Mark Daugherty and the USG Choir

Democracy is the fifth principle of Unitarian Universalism: “The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large.” As we approach an historically important national election, we explore our deep connections and commitments to democracy.

Creating Real Connections, Intern Minister Connie Simon

What does it mean to be truly “connected” to someone?  How do we create thoughtful, intentional relationships with others?  As she begins her two-year service as USG’s Intern Minister, Connie Simon reflects on the challenges and the blessings of building loving, authentic and lasting relationships … read more.

The Tao of Motherhood, Lori Tharps

In this sermon, Lori L. Tharps, will discuss the lessons learned about faith, flexibility and letting go of material things upon becoming a parent. You don’t have to be a parent to take these lessons home and apply them to your own life.

Lori is a … read more.

Imperfect Joy, Rev. Kent Matthies

One of the great joys of summer is reading a good book. I recommend “The Heroine’s Bookshelf: Life Lessons, from Jane Austen to Laura Ingalls Wilder” by Erin Blakemore. Two of the chapters “Happiness” and “Indulgence” explore classic novels, which include female characters finding joy in the … read more.