Pluralism & Diversity in UU Faith Tradition

Pluralism is a value written into the structure of our faith. It’s part of the framework that holds us together.  By reflecting on it, I hope we will leave here with a deepened understanding of UU tradition and a deepened sense of shared sense of purpose for...

Making a Pilgrimage

The first time I remember learning something important about pilgrimage was the 7th or 8th grade.  I found cassette tapes in the library of MLK and Malcolm X. These men awakened in me awareness of the brutality hatred and discrimination aimed at African Americas...

Funny Thing About Death

I hope that everyone had a happy Halloween.  We can celebrate that we survived another one.  The ghouls and goblins didn’t get us this year.  Did you know that for many years, children have identified Halloween as their #1 favorite holiday?...

A Religious Response to Gun Violence

In August I had the extraordinary privilege of attending a “Gun Violence Prevention Ministry training offered by the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship at the exceptionally beautiful Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu NM. It was the first gathering of its kind bringing together 75...

The Bodhisattva Path Thru a UU Lens

A Muslim, a Buddhist and a Christian are forced to jump off a building The Buddhist jumps first. He prays: Buddha, Buddha, Buddha, Buddha… When he reaches the ground, he lands safely.The next one is the Muslim. He jumps, and prays: Inshallah, Inshallah,...