“Triggers and Buttons
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Knowing the difference between reacting and responding helps raise our awareness of what will trigger us into reacting and responding before our buttons are pushed
Speaker: Rev. Dr. Kate Walker
“Visions and Other Dreams of the Future”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh has a vision of the future based on an identity and a path on how to get to that vision. The first step is a sense of belonging. How do we help people feel like they belong and it’s the right fit? Rev. … Continue reading “Visions and Other Dreams of the Future”
“Our Ancestors: Food for the Soul.” Miguel Sague
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) The service will reflect on transitions in the circle of life, presenting perspectives from several indigenous cultures. Miguel Sague is a Cuban American and Beike in the CaneyIndigenous Spiritual Circle of Pittsburgh. Lifespan RE & Faith Development Director Erica Shadowsong will present a story. Music by Kris Rust … Continue reading “Our Ancestors: Food for the Soul.” Miguel Sague
“The Covenantal Church”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Do people need an agreement on how we’re going to relate to one another? Can’t we just agree to be nice? How do we engage in responsibility and accountability when someone is harmed? Rev. Kate Walker
“The Joy of Conflict”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) Can conflict really bring joy? I’m not sure, but I’m leaning into conflict, not away, so that more joy can exist in a world full of conflict. Cultural differences: China, India haggling. White supremacy culture, fear of conflict, increased intimacy, and relationship.
“The Welcome Table”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) A welcoming table starts by asking who is already at the table? Then we have to ask, who is going to move over and why? Rev. Dr. Kate R. Walker
“Am I Wrong?”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) It’s hard to admit when we’re wrong. In fact, we actively eliminate and minimize supporting evidence that we’re wrong. So how do we have an honest relationship with intimacy and forgiveness if we can’t make mistakes? Rev. Dr. Kate R. Walker
“Expanding the Universe with Curiosity”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) It’s so easy to be curious about aliens and UFOs that are out in the universe. It’s more challenging to be curious about the unidentified thoughts in our own heads or the heads of others. We look at how we expand into discomfort and joy. Rev. Dr. Kate R. … Continue reading “Expanding the Universe with Curiosity”
“We’re Going to Need a Bigger Table”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) We gather together to start a new church year, a new relationship, in a newly emerging world. A multigenerational annual Gathering of the Waters worship with Rev. Dr. Kate R. Walker and Erica Shadowsong.
Special Annual Water In-Gathering
Join us this Saturday for an in-person outdoor service, 7 p.m. Winchester Thurston sports field, 555 Morewood Ave. Please wear a mask and engage in physical distancing outside of your COVID safety pod. Bring some water from your home or travels for our collection. This service will be recorded and broadcast on Sunday, Sept. 12, … Continue reading Special Annual Water In-Gathering
“What’s in a Name?”
Livestreamed at 10:30 am (prelude begins at 10:25) The power of naming is often underestimated. Whether it’s a person’s name or interrupting someone in order to name oppression, there is power in the proclamation of proper names and moments. Rev. Dr. Kate R. Walker