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Unitarian Universalism is a faith that aspires to be
a truthful, serving, holy and loving community. We
hope you will make Unitarian Universalism your
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Programs for May, 2008
10:30 AM unless otherwise noted
May 4 : “Bring a Friend to Church Sunday!!” and
“Joining Sunday”
“From
Baltimore - 1819 to Laramie - 2008”
The Rev. Penny Rather
On May 5, 1819 William Ellery
Channing delivered what has become known as the
“Baltimore Sermon,” one of the great classics of
American Unitarianism. The official title of
Channing’s sermon was “Unitarian Christianity,” and
in it he articulated the theological and
ecclesiastical basis for the New England Unitarians
separation from their Congregationalist religious
roots. Channing is indeed one of our most
illustrious religious forebears, and even as
Unitarian Universalism has evolved beyond its
exclusive identification with liberal Christianity,
he has much to teach us. This morning I will explore
the legacy of one of Unitarian Universalism’s
founding religious leaders and some basic Unitarian
Universalist history and principles. It is a good
opportunity for people new to Unitarian Universalism
to learn about this tradition. So bring a friend to
church!
Today will
also be a “Joining Sunday” before the service at
10:00 in the office for anyone who has been visiting
for a while and has decided they would like to
formally join the UUFL. We will recognize our newest
members during the service.
May 11: “Why Do We Love Our Dogs”
Member Nyoka Erikson
Calling all Canis Lovers! This
morning Nyoka will be leading a sermon on dogs’
spirituality. Come and explore this question on the
front lawn of the fellowship building. Bring your
dog and share experiences about your dog. All dogs
must be on leash.
May 18: “In Praise of Flowers”
The Rev. Penny Rather
Praise is a religious response that
is common to many religious traditions. What does
“praise” mean to you? What do Unitarian
Universalists praise? What do you praise? This
morning’s service will be in praise of flowers as we
celebrate our Spring ritual of the “Flower
Communion.” This Unitarian Universalist ritual
celebrates our connections with each other and with
the beauties of nature as we each bring a flower to
adorn the sanctuary, and then take home a flower
brought by someone else. If you can, please bring a
flower to the service. We will have an abbreviated
service followed by our Annual Meeting.
May 25: “Coffee & Conversation”
There is no formal program today,
but the doors will be open. Please come join us for
coffee and conversation.
Where we
are: 1402 Gibbon, Laramie, WY
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