Talk Title: A Ruby in the Sun Join us as we reflect on biblical passages of unconditional love and on how some of the writing of Rumi reveal the "deep root of our being." See how Rumi's poetry connects with the teachings of Jesus to reveal the five basic universal...

"The Sweet Embrace of Grace" This talk explores some of the subtle ways we struggle to be present in our daily lives, as well as the peace and grace that are possible through a whole-hearted embrace of our present moment experience. Bio: Ben is a poet, musician,...

Prophet Muhammad’s Final Sermon I will delve into the profound messages of Prophet Muhammad’s final sermon, which serves as a timeless declaration of fundamental human rights. This sermon, delivered 14 centuries ago, stands as a powerful testament to values that...

August 18, 2024 we welcomed Rev Laura Barrett Bennett for Part One of a 3 Part series over 3 months. Her talk title Sunday is: A Ruby in the Sun Join us as we reflect on biblical passages of unconditional love and on how some of the writing of Rumi reveal the "deep...

Lesson after lesson teaches us to be grateful for the hard stuff and the dark times. But why in the world would we express gratitude for that when we know that gratitude begets more of whatever we are grateful for? Let's unpack that lesson together and discover why...

Where There’s a Will, There’s Way!   The word ‘Will’ is mentioned in scripture 3,836 times. Similarly, the word “inheritance” appears over 200 times. Inheritance is more than material wealth – it involves leaving behind wisdom, values, and virtues for future...

Meeting Ourselves As We Are In This Moment Trying to be compassionate with others is really difficult when we’re not being compassionate with ourselves. We’re often trying to ignore or get away from how we’re feeling, and instead attempting to manage others’ emotions...

Jenny Hahn is a renowned visual artist, process art workshop facilitator, and author of the book Creative Flow: Tap and Express Your Juicy Essence. Her acrylic paintings, fine art prints and oracle card decks capture the inward journey through bold expression and a...

Everyone has a self-concept. The self-concept includes what is called “self-image,” a perception of what one’s “real” or “actual” self is, and an abstract idea of an “ideal” self. According to psychology and scientific studies, your self-concept determines to a great...