How did Martin Luther King become the courageous, articulate, powerful voice and presence for Civil Rights? That’s a complicated question. One major influence on King was Howard Thurman who taught at Howard University and also at Boston University when King was a grad student there. Thurman was a mystic, theologian, Christian, and powerful preacher. He … Continue reading January 14, 2024 (Worship Service) The Mystic Behind Martin Luther King, Jr.

If we are made in the image of love, why do we find it so hard to love unconditionally? Click here for Public Order of Service

Life’s transitions can bring chaos and disorientation, making us question everything. In this service of ritual and reflection, we explore what it would mean to view each transition as a process of letting go, holding the mystery and unknown, and then taking hold of new possibilities. View or DownloadPublic Order of Service

Join us for a traditional service weaving story, song, gospel readings and hope-filled words to warm and heal your body, heart, and soul! View or DownloadPublic Order of Service

We expect too much at Christmas. It’s got to be magical. It’s got to go right. Feasting. Fun. The perfect present. All the anticipation. Take it easy. Love’s the thing. The rest is tinsel. – Pam Brown View or DownloadPublic Order of Service

Around the world, people of all faiths and cultures who are lovers of Jelaluddin Rumi gather today on Rumi’s Urs, the day of his death, in 1273 in Konya (now in Turkey). He was a renowned scholar and mystic and would recite ecstatic poems while whirling in grief and joy. This practice evolved into what … Continue reading December 17, 2023 (Worship Service) Risk Everything for Love! Celebrating Rumi

Various religious traditions honor those who have gone before us, living exemplary lives of love and service. Let’s celebrate the feasts of St. Nicholas, the saint behind Santa Claus, Dec. 6 and St. Ambrose, Dec. 7. And explore the importance of spiritual heroes in our lives today. Who are your spiritual heroes? View or Download … Continue reading December 10, 2023 (Worship Service) Spiritual Heroes

Rev. Joan Javier-Duval and Participants in the Alabama Living Legacy Pilgrimage As we enter the month of December, we’ll begin to explore the theme of mystery, and ask ourselves how we might embrace uncertainty, darkness, and not knowing with an open heart. Through readings, music, and movement, the members of the Worship and Arts Committee … Continue reading December 3, 2023 (Worship Service) Embracing Mystery