In 1804, the Universalist Rev. Hosea Ballou published “A Treatise on Atonement,” a detailed rebuttal of the belief that Jesus was sacrificed to atone for the sins of humanity. This Sunday, we review Ballou’s ideas, and we consider what a generous, forgiving, universal Love means for UUs today. Direct link to service.
With declining trust in social institutions, many are turning to direct sharing with one another for basic support. This Sunday, we explore the core ideas of anarchism and the revitalization of mutual aid. Direct link to service.
Family Systems Theory views the family as an emotional unit rather than a collection of individuals. A change in one person often causes reciprocal changes in others. This Sunday, we look at some of the core ideas of systems theory and how they apply to our church family. Direct link to service.
Karma, non-violence, ecology, and sociology all remind us that our actions toward others inevitably impact ourselves as well. This Sunday we remember our power and responsibility as co-creators of our world Direct link to service.
Democracy, consensus, emergent dialogue, and the chain of command are just a few of the many ways to make group decisions. This Sunday, we look at how we make decisions as UU communities and as a country and why. Direct link to service.
A bridge connects where you’ve been to where you’re going – we will honor the young people in our congregation who are standing on one right now. People of every tradition and culture have always paused at life’s thresholds to ask: what will you carry with you? What will light your way? From elementary to … Continue reading “Thresholds: A Bridging Celebration”
History is filled with inspiration and warnings. On May 16, 1916, the First Unitarian Church of Oklahoma City received Articles of Incorporation. It was founded under the original name, All Souls Unitarian Parish, in September 1893. This Sunday, we celebrate a long legacy of liberal religion in the heart of Oklahoma with stories from our … Continue reading “Heritage Sunday”
Curiosity is the doorway to understanding our world. This Sunday, we celebrate the gift of curiosity, which is everyone’s birthright, and reflect on the value of education for all people and all ages. Direct link to service.
Transformation is one of our core UU values, but it can feel uncomfortable at times. This Sunday, we reflect on the inevitability of change and how it offers both challenge and hope in our lives. Direct link to service.
What do you envision for a thriving future? For individuals, families, and institutions, having a clear goal to work toward provides focus and motivation. This Sunday, we explore the value of discerning our vision for the future, and some of the pitfalls that may arise in the process. Direct link to service.
