Category: Sunday Programs

Posts in this category announce and describe the Church programs held [primarily] on Sundays

Dec 4, Joe Sturgill, Member, will present a “Christmas Kick-off”

At 10:30 am on Dec 4th, Joe Sturgill will present a “Christmas Kick-off,” to include thoughts and Christmas carols to begin the Christmas season. The Adult Religious Exploration group meet at 9:00am, and will discuss “The Basics of Unitarian Universalism.” The Youth Religious Exploration meet during the regular service and will begin a study of … Continue reading Dec 4, Joe Sturgill, Member, will present a “Christmas Kick-off”

Nov 27, Rev Dr Bud Hearn, topic is “The Paradox of Liberal Religion”

10:30am Speaker Rev Bud Hearn-The name of the presentation is, “The Paradox of Liberal Religion.” When a religion describes itself as liberal typically means that it is tolerant, inclusive, progressive, supports intellectual honesty, opposes dogmatic rigidity, favors a humanistic approach to ethics. By definition then liberal religion includes being tolerant. A paradox ? Historically liberal religionists have resisted any reform … Continue reading Nov 27, Rev Dr Bud Hearn, topic is “The Paradox of Liberal Religion”

Nov 20, Joe Sturgill, Member, topic will be “On Being Thankful”

Nov 20, Speaker Joe Sturgill will be talking On Being Thankful.  Service will start at 10:30 am at the Hot Springs Church at 100 Norwalk which is at the intersection of Norwalk and Spring Streets. Religious Exploration will meet at 9:00 am.  We will begin a TED Talk viewing and discussion, with “A scientific defense of … Continue reading Nov 20, Joe Sturgill, Member, topic will be “On Being Thankful”

Oct 30, Congregation Meeting

All are invited to join in on some important decision making. Meeting will start at 10:30, at the church. Pot luck to follow. If you know what you are bringing to our lunch, let Carol know. She will send out a list later this week. Halloween costumes optional

Oct 23 Bob Van Hook, Guest Speaker, The topic is “A Ball of Twine.”

Oct 23, 10:30am Speaker Bob Van Hook-The name of the presentation is “A Ball of Twine.” “It is an examination of the complex and interrelated nature of seemingly simple issues.” The Youth RE topic is the fourth of the Six Sources of our faith, “Jewish and Christian teachings that encourage us to treat others the way … Continue reading Oct 23 Bob Van Hook, Guest Speaker, The topic is “A Ball of Twine.”

Sun Oct 16, David Welch, Guest Speaker, topic is “Put Me in Coach”

This Sunday at 10:00am ( half an hour earlier than usual) Dave Welch, will speak on,”Put Me in Coach.”  A look at involving oneself in exploring meaningful life choices. ” I had rather take a chance on life rather than having my life taken by chance.”   As simplistic, and perhaps maudlin, as this sentiment seems, it … Continue reading Sun Oct 16, David Welch, Guest Speaker, topic is “Put Me in Coach”

Oct 9, Barbara Thexton, Member, Topic will be “Love, Alzheimer’s, Grievance, Grieving and Guilt.”

This Sunday at 10:30am, member,  Barbara Thexton, will speak on, “Love, Alzheimer’s, Grievance, Grieving and Guilt.”  Ms.Thexton will discuss from a caregiver’s observations:  the early onset of behaviors that are mystifying to family and friends, the importance of the Alzheimer’s support group and the workshops and training offered by UAMS and Alzheimer’s Association and other resources that are available. … Continue reading Oct 9, Barbara Thexton, Member, Topic will be “Love, Alzheimer’s, Grievance, Grieving and Guilt.”

Oct 2, Rev Dr Bud Hearn will speak on “The Matter of Being Reborn aka Get a Life”

Suppose the matter of “being reborn” is not about some preparatory transformational experience by which to obtain salvation, rather it is to accept this life as a gift and live it to the max. In Sunday’s message at 10:30 am Rev Bud Hearn shares his thoughts about “getting a life” within the bounds of this life. The … Continue reading Oct 2, Rev Dr Bud Hearn will speak on “The Matter of Being Reborn aka Get a Life”