Defining a Greater Good
If we are in service to a greater good, what does that mean? How do we define the term greater good? Can we find a definition which allows us all to work towards a common goal?
If we are in service to a greater good, what does that mean? How do we define the term greater good? Can we find a definition which allows us all to work towards a common goal?
What does it mean to be in service? In our mission and in our covenant, we have statements which call us to serve a greater good as well as our local and world communities. What shifts in priorities and expectations happens when we serve?
We often hear each other and rarely listen. This morning, we will take time to listen to each other and engage beyond our ears. This will be an interactive service.
What does it mean to be authentically kind? How do we show up in this way? We will explore the intricacies of this concept and develop our own sense of being kind to others.
How do we do the work of re-engagement after a covenant has been broken? When are the times it is not possible to re-engage? Where is accountability in the healing? Can a covenant once broken be renewed?
When we have done wrong or harm, how do we take responsibility for our actions and our part. It is easy to fall back on being defensive. However, the real work comes in stepping into the ownership of each of our parts.
Covenants are made knowing they will be broken. Throughout history, we have examples of broken covenants. This morning, we will explore those historical and theological examples.
Join us for an evening of storytelling and singing as we engage in the Native American understanding of the Christmas story.
The Golden Rule is found in over 20 different religions. We will explore why it is important in religious life. Then, we will learn about the Platinum Rule and see how it compares to help us continue our relationship with compassion and acceptance.
Quaker Parker Palmer suggests: “You don’t think your way into a new way of acting, you act your way into a new way of thinking.” We will explore this concept and how we can embrace it when we think about compassion and acceptance.