Perhaps you are like me: a little worried about 2024. A little anxious. Democracy in the US seems frail. There are forces that appear to want to weaken democracy moving forward. Our political landscape is dysfunctional and divided. As we continue to dream and build the beloved community, what can we do to stay focused … Continue reading Worship Service – “It’s 2024. Let’s Talk about Spiritual Practices” Rev. Roger Butts

In a world that celebrates the success of the individual as a winner and more worthy than others, we also see how that perspective and values contribute to an imbalance of wealth and worthiness in the lives of countless others. As UU’s we see and value the interconnected web of life.  Our theme this month … Continue reading Worship Service – ”We are Many, We are One” – Rev. Dana Lightsey

“This dark stormy hour, the wind it stirs. The scorched earth cries out in vain. But music and singing have been my refuge, and music and singing shall be my light” This refrain from Frank Ticheli’s beautiful Earth Song is one of the pieces that the choir will be sharing on this day, our first … Continue reading Worship Service – “Earth Song: Music Sunday”

Namaqua reaches out beyond our walls into our neighboring community in many ways: personal inspiration, our half-plate collections, and our Social Justice Ministry, to name a few. What about more broadly than this? Namaqua takes part in a larger denomination that includes other local congregations as well as organizational arms such as the UU Association, … Continue reading Worship Service – “Ministry Beyond Our Walls”