Speaker: Rev. Diane Diachishin

Finding the Island Within

The Buddhist spiritual leader Thich Nhat Hanh taught that the “island within”, found in meditation is a safe, peaceful place inside every per￾son, The island is a refuge from the storms of life. This sermon is participatory. Congregants are asked to share what brings them … read more.

Water Ceremony

As we gather to mark the beginning of our congregational year, the Water Ceremony is one way we welcome everyone back from a summer in which the congregation’s life slows down, worship is less formal, and some travel or spend time away. We invite everyone … read more.

Annual Flower Ceremony and Homily

Walt Whitman wrote, “A morning glory at my window satisfies me more than the metaphysics of books.” Please join us as we celebrate hope , diversity and community.

Everyone is asked to bring a flower to the service from a garden, the woods, the roadside, … read more.

Anchoring in Community

A sermon about spiritual grounding, and practical organizing in response to the evolving political landscape. How we can reimagine our future as we strengthen our social fabric in an era of mistrust and overbearing bureaucratic involvement. In person and Zoom https://youtu.be/vV4d03srwPg

Release & Renew: A New Year’s Ritual

Join us as we celebrate the new year with reflection, letting go of the ups and downs of the past year and setting intentions as we say hello to the new one. In person and Zoom https://youtu.be/V7cfSobfdio

Finding Light within the Dark

December marks a time of holy days across many spiritual and religious traditions. They encompass themes of hope, love, and courage. This sermon will reflect on the many sides of these ancient values, which can inspire and comfort us for the challenging times that may … read more.