Speaker: Bill Benshoof

Embracing Our Differences

Join us in person or via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/565460176 We explore ideas of marginalization versus pluralism- how letting go of our fear of “the other” frees our hearts and minds to embrace and rejoice in our Hu-People differences, and to avoid requiring acculturalization or assimilation as a condition for group participation. The order of service can … Continue reading Embracing Our Differences

Justice and Equity in an Emergency

Join us in person at UUCGor online via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/565460176 We consider how we can serve justice and equity by tending to our own safety and the safety of others. Bill Benshoof, Service LeaderCarol Underwood, Worship Associate The order of service can be found here Beyond Sunday Morning can be found here

The Pebble and The Butterfly

Join us in person at UUCGor online via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/565460176 We consider the effects of living out our love for the world – the unpredictable and unseen ways our pebble can make the  ripple that changes the world.   We also consider the converse – that, like the butterfly causing a tornado, our failure to … Continue reading The Pebble and The Butterfly

The Hope of Seven Generations

Join us in person at UUCGor online via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/565460176 We consider the ancient First Peoples’ philosophy that makes us the hope of the seven generations that came before us, and asks us to consider the seven generations after us in our decisions in the present. Bill Benshoof (he/him), Worship LeaderRita Romero (she/her), Worship Associate … Continue reading The Hope of Seven Generations

Opening Brave Space

Join us in person at UUCGor online via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/565460176 The Brave Space where we can be our true selves and ponder questions of ultimacy is not something the worship team can open by ourselves.  It takes all of us.  Welcome home. Bill Benshoof (he/him), Worship LeaderBill Pacer (he/him), Worship Associate The order of service … Continue reading Opening Brave Space

How General Assembly Lives Out the UUA’s Purpose- Featuring Our Delegates

Join us in person at UUCGor online via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/565460176 UUCG delegates to this year’s General Assembly Maryjane Stout,  Terry Welsher, Ed Miller, and Christiana Mcquain give their perspectives,  including a  business resolution, aspects of belonging (including great music), the (un)structured expressions of passion around the issues, and our new President, Sofia Betancourt. Bill Benshoof … Continue reading How General Assembly Lives Out the UUA’s Purpose- Featuring Our Delegates

SUUmmertime in the Garden

A light-hearted (but not fluffy) look at the multiple mentions of “garden” in traditional stories; and stories from the heart about our family religious traditions. Bill Benshoof (he/him), Worship LeaderRita Romero (she/her), Worship Associate The order of service can be found here Beyond Sunday Morning can be found here

Seize the Day

“All of us need all of us.”  We consider actively taking delight in the “work of the Church” to stay healthy, beat stress,  and stay energized in our roles.  Join us in person at UUCGor online via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/565460176 Bill Benshoof (he/him), Worship Leader The order of service can be found hereBeyond Sunday Morning can … Continue reading Seize the Day