This presentation features the story of John Beeson (1803–1889) who was called the Indian Apostle, Father Beeson, the Alpha and Omega of the Indian cause, a monomaniac, a depraved liar, vile, fanatical, and venerable. An advocate of justice for the Indians, he was politically disqualified for residency in Territorial Oregon. But his passion for justice and human rights in the face of adversity still resonate today.
Love others. Be kind to others. Treat others with respect. These are common values for so many of us, and yet we find ourselves in a world where an “us and them” mentality and political polarization is so common. What can we do? How can we move forward?
Are we really listening to the rhythms that work for us? Do we know the cues calling us to slow down? Speed up? Dig deeper? This Sunday, we’ll tune in to the real news we need.
Anxiety and outrage define the present political experience for many of us, and it can feel like we’ve lost the ability to engage in efforts for social change without feeling disenfranchised or overwhelmed. How can we ground ourselves and revive our energy for collective action in these times? Come hear organizing success stories and learn about opportunities to participate in renewed efforts for greater democracy in your community and beyond.
The gifts of listening are often talked about in big ways, work done by professionals, but what does it mean to make it part of your everyday life? Let’s explore how presence can be an accessible tool for connection and why chaplaincy is needed outside of hospitals.
Our service will explore the wonder of song, music, and poetry in the enrichment of our everyday lives and spirituality. Several members and friends of the congregation will be offering poetry and sharing their musical talent for our enjoyment, meditation and inspiration. Let us know what your favorite hymns are and they just might be included in the service! Please let Susan Barrett or Barbara Moore know if you would also like to join in the music-making and poetry reading for this service. All are welcome to participate!
Angela will share a vision of the Compassionate Communities Model of Care — empowering community members to be active participants in caring for one another during times of illness, loss and grief. Drawing upon her experience as a death midwife, she will share how embracing mortality can lead to more conscious living. She will introduce a local volunteer program, Compassionate Presence Project, that provides practical and emotional support for community members experiencing loneliness, isolation and emotional distress due to the impacts of living with serious, chronic illnesses.
After making it through the worst of the COVID pandemic and current tensions worldwide, we all could use a little more love right now. Join us as we explore four (4) of the many kinds of love that exist and how we can bring more love into our lives and those around us.
Julia Dinsmore will share story, song and poetry illuminating her rich life in the underbelly of America’s caste system.
We invite you to bring photos or other remembrance of your veteran family members and relatives, past or present, to share on a Memorial Day remembrance table. Our service will be one of honoring and remembering our veterans. We will look back at the wars we have participated in, both those we are proud of and those we have ambivalence or regrets about. Who will be tomorrow’s veterans?
