Scott writes: “This morning, by way of an ancient Egyptian myth, I want to explore what I believe is the paradoxical spiritual pathway to purpose and satisfaction in life. Too big a topic for one sermon?... Come this Sunday to find out!”
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Scott writes: At the end of World War II, the German historian and philosopher Hannah Arndt coined the phrase “The Banality of Evil” to describe the Nazi defendants at the Nuremberg trials. I believe it is important for us all – as Unitarian Universalists -- to seriously reflect how this might manifest itself in our own lives, and in our own historical times.
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Most of us like to believe we are immune to other people's opinion of us. But some research suggests this may not be as true as we wish to believe. What is the proper balance between dependence and independence--or following the crowd versus trusting your own inner judgment?
Tony Larsen was our minister here at Unitarian Church North for 4 years (2019-2023), having served before that at Olympia Brown UU in Racine for 40+ years. He was raised Catholic, and studied to be a Catholic priest for 10 years before being ordained to the Unitarian Universalist ministry. He received his B.A. in philosophy from Maryknoll College in 1971, his M.A. in theology from Maryknoll School of Theology in 1973, and his D.Min from Meadville/Lombard Theological School in 1975.
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Scott writes: Many Unitarian Universalists I talk to these days feel a great deal of discouragement in the face of what is sadly happening in our nation and world. In addition, others face personal challenges that threaten their hopeful outlook on the future. This Easter Sunday I hope to share where I believe hope is found, and how we might obtain it… even when it seems terribly elusive.
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10:00 – Service begins
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Scott writes: I am persuaded that in order for us as Unitarian Universalists to live full and responsible religious lives, we must know how to regularly practice “Resistance.” This is often a tricky and dangerous business, but the values and vision of our faith demand it.
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10:00 – Service begins
11:00 – Coffee hour
The meaning of worship is
to be shaped by
what is of worth.
We gather together in spiritual community because we need constant reminders of what matters most in life. In a world of heartbreak and dehumanization, our congregations and communities call us to our better selves. We learn to live with more wisdom, more connection, and more compassion.
Our Worship Services are weekly reflections that weave together our own thoughts and experiences with music, beauty, poetry, and words that both comfort and challenge. Our programs for all ages inspire and awaken us to our capacities to make a difference in our own lives and in the world.
