In the midst of winter weariness, grief or sorrow can often take hold. These circumstances call us to care for ourselves. Self-care doesn’t simply mean doing nice things for ourselves, but also getting back in touch with our bodies. It can begin with a deep breath and an exploration of our senses. There are more […]
"Faith Matters" Blog
Welcome to "Faith Matters," the Monday blog written by UUCF's ministers and congregational lay leaders.
Celebrating Your Inner Child
I have a picture of my brother Graham and me when we were elementary age, standing together with Pluto between us. I should clarify that I mean Pluto the dog, not the dwarf planet. I should also say we were at Disneyland, so this wasn’t a random person dressed up as Pluto at a local […]
Sustaining a Religious Exploration Program of Substance and Significance
“The great end in religious instruction is not to stamp our minds upon the young, but to stir up their own … Not to give them a definite amount of knowledge, but to inspire a fervent love of truth.” These words, written in 1837 by William Ellery Channing, one of the most influential ministers in […]