by UUAvl-WebAdmin | Jan 20, 2017 | Sermons
Rev. Mark Ward, Lead Minister READINGS From “If There Is No Struggle, There Is No Progress” by Frederic Douglass “The whole history of the progress of human liberty shows that all concessions yet made to her august claims have been born of earnest struggle. The...
by UUAvl-WebAdmin | Dec 15, 2016 | Sermons
December 12, 2016 Rev. Rebekah Montgomery Guest Minister In this sermon, we welcome the infectious joy that comes from deep within. In the midst of challenges and despair, we find hope. In the midst of strife, we find ways to harness and radiate joy. Come and get your...
by UUAvl-WebAdmin | Dec 5, 2016 | Sermons
Rev. Mark Ward, Lead Minister Certainty is a good thing, but it can also bedevil us, since in the end there is so much in the world and in our lives that we can’t be certain about. We explore what it might mean – at least now and then – to allow ourselves to wade in...
by UUAvl-WebAdmin | Dec 1, 2016 | Sermons
Meg and Todd Hoke, Guest Speakers As we enter a hectic holiday season, Todd & Meg Hoke offer us a service of words and music centered on the wisdom of paying attention.
by UUAvl-WebAdmin | Nov 21, 2016 | Sermons
Mark Ward, Lead Minister We think we know the Thanksgiving story, but there are actually many stories woven into this popular holiday that emerge out of the history and heritage that we each bring to it. We’ll explore how these stories interlink and invite us all into...
by UUAvl-WebAdmin | Nov 14, 2016 | Sermons
Mark Ward, Lead Minister With Election Day now in the rearview mirror, we are left with the truth that life goes on. What story shall we tell to guide us? READINGS Matthew 13:1-9 That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat beside the sea. Such great crowds...
