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Eliot Unitarian Chapel
United States
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 25 มี.ค. 2020
Eliot Chapel, a Unitarian Universalist community in Kirkwood, Missouri, gathers to foster free religious thought, nurture spiritual growth, and act for social justice.
For the Love of Democracy
We are a week away from the General Election. There is so much at stake. We are experiencing deliberate disinformation, stoking of chaos, and an increasing threat of violence regardless of the results of the election. Here in Missouri, we have Constitutional Amendment 3 on the ballot which would end Missouri’s abortion ban and put in place protections for women and all who can become pregnant.
It is important for us to come together to nourish ourselves and to anchor in our values and ask ourselves what we are called to be and to do. As a faith community, we have pledged to journey together in good times and in bad. None of us are alone. We have each other. In Unitarian Universalism the sacred/god/dess/spirit of life happens in our relationships. Whenever we gather our mere presence together creates holy ground.
This is just as true for those of you who have just discovered Unitarian Universalism and those of who have been UU for years. Our congregational covenant, that we read every Sunday, provides a pathway for who we want to be, together, on this holy ground. Our sacred covenant asks us to be mindful of each other, to listen to each other and hear each other, to be kinder to each other than we have to be.
Regardless of the election results, we all need places where we can renew our spirits, anchor afresh in our values, where we can be comforted and reassured that love remains the most powerful force there is. Love is always the answer even when we’re having a hard time offering it, receiving it, or feeling it. We will also be asking ourselves what next. What calls to us now. Where is our service needed? How shall we manifest the love that is at our center?
Rev. Dee and I have planned a special series, “For the Love of Democracy” - three worship services to hold us in our uncertainty, to comfort us, and send us forth to serve justice with love and compassion.
This Sunday, November 3rd, Rev. Dee will be leaning on Buddhism to help hold our fear and anxiety. She will draw on Unitarian Universalism to center us in love and care.
On Wednesday November 6th, I will be hosting an informal evening vigil at 6:30 pm where we can offer each other comfort for the results that have broken our hearts and gratitude for results that reflect our core values. If you have bells or drums, you are welcome to bring them.
On Sunday, November 10th, we will shift from uncertainty to resilience. Given the results of this general election, what have we learned about our country and what have we learned about ourselves. How is our faith calling on us to respond now?
We are held together in an interdependent web that is so vast it is beyond our comprehension. Let us draw together, nourish and comfort each other, and turn towards what calls us now.
Yours in faith, hope and resilience,
Rev. Krista Taves.
It is important for us to come together to nourish ourselves and to anchor in our values and ask ourselves what we are called to be and to do. As a faith community, we have pledged to journey together in good times and in bad. None of us are alone. We have each other. In Unitarian Universalism the sacred/god/dess/spirit of life happens in our relationships. Whenever we gather our mere presence together creates holy ground.
This is just as true for those of you who have just discovered Unitarian Universalism and those of who have been UU for years. Our congregational covenant, that we read every Sunday, provides a pathway for who we want to be, together, on this holy ground. Our sacred covenant asks us to be mindful of each other, to listen to each other and hear each other, to be kinder to each other than we have to be.
Regardless of the election results, we all need places where we can renew our spirits, anchor afresh in our values, where we can be comforted and reassured that love remains the most powerful force there is. Love is always the answer even when we’re having a hard time offering it, receiving it, or feeling it. We will also be asking ourselves what next. What calls to us now. Where is our service needed? How shall we manifest the love that is at our center?
Rev. Dee and I have planned a special series, “For the Love of Democracy” - three worship services to hold us in our uncertainty, to comfort us, and send us forth to serve justice with love and compassion.
This Sunday, November 3rd, Rev. Dee will be leaning on Buddhism to help hold our fear and anxiety. She will draw on Unitarian Universalism to center us in love and care.
On Wednesday November 6th, I will be hosting an informal evening vigil at 6:30 pm where we can offer each other comfort for the results that have broken our hearts and gratitude for results that reflect our core values. If you have bells or drums, you are welcome to bring them.
On Sunday, November 10th, we will shift from uncertainty to resilience. Given the results of this general election, what have we learned about our country and what have we learned about ourselves. How is our faith calling on us to respond now?
We are held together in an interdependent web that is so vast it is beyond our comprehension. Let us draw together, nourish and comfort each other, and turn towards what calls us now.
Yours in faith, hope and resilience,
Rev. Krista Taves.
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❤🎉
Eliza Taylor Duckworth Joe Duckworth "Pepaw"
so excited to welcome Rev. Dee, can't wait to meet you! 💕
Thank you, Hannah, for sharing your story. It has been wonderful to get to know you this past year!
I have watched a video of Michael brown knocking an ol man out repeatability. He was evil. You're a misinformed race baiter. He also stole an attack an Asian store keeper. Then fought with the cop, and justifiably was shot dead.
Bravissimi
Well, now I know what to do whenever I need a pick up. I just turn on this hysterical video with four of my favorite people singing and counting up to 18. What a hoot!
Wonderful diverse countdown❤. If you do it another time, I will count in sign language 😅
Realllly great speeches. Ty!!😮 and fun SuperHeros
Thank you!
Is there a way to get a copy of the letter?
Great
This is wonderful news from my POV!
Awesome message, Sara. Thank you and count me in!
The date is incorrect in the title for this service. Should be Sept 24, not Sept 17.
Thanks for letting us know! It's been corrected!
Here's the link to the full recording of the service: fb.watch/mhje2mK7hQ/
Sorry, this TH-cam livestream, and therefore the recording of it, terminated prematurely for unknown reasons. We can't recover the rest of the service on TH-cam, but the simultaneous livestream to Facebook transmitted and recorded fully. Go to the Eliot Unitarian Chapel Facebook page for the video of the August 6, 2023 service.
Rip Steve. I've never met you or known you in person but you will be missed.
You guys are making 6 year olds get the vaccine??? Why? I take it you’ve done zero research on the subject then. Good thing pfizer doesn’t lobby the government and fund the CDC.
One of my favorite sermons of all times!
Saw you all yesterday in Evansville, IL. Great afternoon!
Thank you for live-streaming and posting the recording!
Thank you for joining us! It's good to have you!
Thank you for your leadership.
Thank you! I believe this may not be the right date in the title.
Thanks for the heads up!
09:25 Beginning of the service
11:25 The beginning of the memorial service
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What a fantastic service! Your depth of spiritual practice is inspiring. Thank you for this service!
I was so disappointed the prelude with selections by the brass trio was not included.
Thanks for that feedback. We are still learning this process and I've shared your comment with staff.
We have released the 11:00 recording which has most of the music from the brass trio if you'd like to check it out!
Beautiful service,
Thank you!
Great service, loved the Red and Black Brass Band!
“I want a House with a Crowded Table” was SO beautiful! And perfect for this Bread Service
unfortunately, the sound from the podium microphone is barely audible, even with my volume at 99....but the music and signing are loud enuf... sorry, I wanted to hear this...
We're sorry you had trouble with the volume! We recognized that problem and we've been working hard to remedy it! I hope you find that current services are better for that.
Great to see the traditional Bread Service again. So perfect for the return to in-church service. A heartfelt "thanks" to all who made this possible! So looking forward to our future indoor services.
Thanks for posting the video! Happy to still be spending Sundays with Eliot! :)
We're happy to have you join us!
Christians who want reform? You do realize that God doesn't change.
Thanks for the introduction to the 63106 Project. The interview was particularly interesting, the people well-spoken.
Thank you.
Thank you to everyone who put this together. You're my tribe!
It is good to be together!
Thank you.
Thank you for including my art in your service.
Thank you for allowing Rev. Barbara to share your art, Carol. As she said, it helps tells the story of what we're going through. Find Carol's art in the homily, Letter to the Future, beginning at 18:01 or jump directly to that section at around 27:53.
What you say at the end about the Psalmist's "statement of trust," I find to be challenging (in a good way). I understand this to mean that after the "rant" or "depression," or whatever, however rational we wish to be, however wrought, the bottom line is we want to go on, to "trust." And that may not come with a full parade of angels and trumpets, but in a homely act: pouring a bowl of cornflakes. One step, then another. When you said it, what flashed through my mind was Hamlet, dressing down his mother, who says she's too weak to resist adultery. And he says, well then "Assume a virtue if you have it not." He goes on, "That monster custom, who all sense doth eat, Of habits devil, is angel yet in this. That to the actions fair and good He likewise gives a frock or livery That aptly is put on." (III.iv) The "statement of trust" seems nearly synonymous with "faith," or what I remember from liberal religious studies in college, "a leap of faith." Sure knowledge is beyond us.
Christopher was a nice a sweet person and would always have time to greet you with a smile. I was glad to know and work with him. Many blessings to him and all of his loved ones.
This is a great memorial video. I'll always miss working with him. He was very sweet and I'll miss having him as a cubicle neighbor. <3
So lovely. Walk in beauty, Christopher.
What a beautiful celebration of Christopher's life. May loving memories keep the grief to a dull roar.
What a wonderful celebration of Christopher's life. He was blessed with such a loving and caring family and carried it our to those who met him. I know the memory of his smiles will warm your heart for the rest of your life. Thank you for sharing with us.
What a beautiful and fitting celebration of Christopher’s life! God bless all who loved him. ❤️