Speaker: Jeanay Johnson
Be. Begin. Believe. Become. Be – Renewed.
The Spring Equinox is a time for many earth-centered religions to focus on beginnings, but before we can begin, we must simply BE. At the Equinox, the earth re-awakens, and a connection is renewed to the web of existence of which we are all connected. Once … read more.
Renewing Covenant
What does Covenant mean in the context of Unitarian Universalism? In the context of UU St. Pete? As new members commit themselves to our congregation, let us renew our commitment to one another, to our community and to our world.
Does This Sermon Make Me Look Fat? Renewing Faith in Our Bodies
Our theme for March is “Renewing Faith,” and we open by focusing specifically on our bodies. As we return to in-person worship services, let us reflect on what it means to have a body, how different bodies are looked … read more.
Widening Worship
Traditional worship features a sermon by an old cisgender white man, supported by readings and music. Shared ministry is collaborative, with worship services are co-created by multiple people. This week we introduce the “View from the Pew,” where … read more.
Widening the Circle
Watch the Youtube Livestream here
During times of economic and political turmoil, made worse by a global pandemic, many of us “circle the wagons” around what is familiar and what feels safe, shutting out the “other.” This worship service encourages us to live our our … read more.
Journeys
Our popular “Journeys” series is back! At the worship service on February 6, Kathleen Rehl and Stephanie Frick will share a little of their personal stories about how they have come to this particular point in their lives. And to celebrate the beginning of Black History … read more.
A Time of Transition
Watch the Youtube Livestream here
Our congregation is getting ready to search for a new Settled Minister in 2023, but first we must undergo a process of reflection and transition. Rev. Ben will outline this process as we also welcome New Members to our … read more.
2nd Principle: Justice, Equity and Compassion in Human Relations
The second principle is just seven words. It should be simple to accomplish. And yet, we know that it is not. It takes intentional work to ensure that the resulting impact is needed, is wanted, is positive. If it was easy then … read more.
USA: Democracy or Slaveocracy?
Click here to watch Livestream
This weekend marks the celebration of the life and work of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Rev. Ben Atherton-Zeman will bring the work of Nikole Hannah-Jones, founder of the New York Times’ 1619 project.