Intertwined Together
by John Newhall, Fellowship Member
The interconnected web of all existence includes our human interconnection. Together we will explore and live into togetherness.
Below is a list of past sermons given at The Fellowship. Once you find the sermon you’d like to listen to, just click on the sermon title listed, and it will open that sermon in a page with the options to listen to it via the web, to download the MP3 for listening offline, or to open the transcript of the sermon to read.
by Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy
Honoring ancestors is an important part of many cultures, and one that dominant western (white) culture has lost touch with, especially with an emphasis on individualism and autonomy. But, physically and spiritually we did not create ourselves and we can give thanks for the people who came before us, whether or not we know their names. We will also be considering the Iroquois philosophy of the 7th generation, remembering that we are not the end of the line.
by Rev. Jim Coakley, assistant sabbatical minister
Music can help support a life of principled faith. The words of the short hymn with the same title (#1059) by Jim Scott encourage us to leverage the timelessness of music to sustain the hope of our faith.
by Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy
We are a faith not focused on beliefs, but instead on our covenant which is stated in our 7 Principles. We are, then, a Principled Faith. Unitarian Universalism focuses on action, and the promises we make through our principles which will, inevitably, be broken. How do we return again when our actions don’t live up to our principles?
by Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy
Our annual service in honor of the Jewish High Holy Days will center on the four traditional calls of the shofar (the ram’s horn) which remind us of the joy, woe, reflection, and relief of facing our mistakes and atoning for the good of the world. Join us for this service of contemplation, celebration, and connection led by Rev. Christina and lifelong Jewish UU Jaclyn Kottman. The traditional Kol Nidre will be offered by Fellowship members Mark Urness and Dan Van Sickle, and shofar offered by guest Julian Cohen.
by Marie Luna, director of congregational life
How does one find place? While living in many homes throughout Wisconsin, what has tied them together for me? I have realized it is a rather simple thing that helps me find my place, and I look forward to exploring this theme with worship leader and my co-parent, Brian Murton, who will talk about how our son has found his place at the Fellowship.
by Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy
Many of us wonder how to talk to others about being UU, especially if someone asks us about it. This all ages service will provide tips and tricks for sharing Unitarian Universalism with others in a way that feels good to you!
Make the Circle Bigger written and performed by Taizan Alford
Reflection by David Velguth
Message by Marti Wheeler and Terry Dawson
Three longtime members of the Fellowship share their discoveries of our congregation’s fascinating history, much of which they uncovered this past year during their work creating a Fellowship archive. Come, take a stroll down memory lane!
by Rev. Christina Leone-Tracy
Do you have a question for Rev. Christina? Something small, or grand, or in between? Come submit your questions and she will do her best to answer as many as possible this morning, or your question might find its way into a future sermon!
by Rev. Michael Dowd
A deep-time big picture is vital for staying sane and sober in confusing and contracting times. Such an evidence-based “sacred realism” can help us accept what is inevitable, avoid what is futile, and be a blessing to friends, family, and neighbors in a difficult and uncertain world. This sermon by renowned eco-theologian and TEDx speaker, Michael Dowd, bridges the gap between head and heart and celebrates the convergence of science, inspiration, and sustainability.
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