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”

Like medicine for the body, meditation is for the mind. Join Worship Associates Susan Moody and Janen Wright to explore a few of the Wisdom Gems of Buddhist teachings. "Practicing meditation is living your life as if it really matters. And that means you have to be here for it with awareness and with a … Continue reading Worship Service – “Gems of Wisdom from the Buddhist Tradition”

To whom do we belong? Who belongs to us? We have all been mothered, nurtured, and cared for, probably by many people in our lives, and we have all mothered, nurtured, and cared for others. Today, we celebrate all who have nurtured us and all whom we nurture and care for. Come celebrate Mother's Day … Continue reading Worship Service – “Whose Are We?” – Rev. Dana Lightsey

All year long, and since the beginning of NUUC, you - dear members and friends - have created and re-created this congregation with your gifts of time, talent, and treasure. You are the leaders and the worker bees. You give to others and you receive. Today, we celebrate each of you and all the ways … Continue reading Worship Service – “What Love Looks Like” – Rev. Dana Lightsey

Our new UU Shared Values state that Love is at the center of who we say we are and how we show up in the world. What does that mean for us, and how are we challenged to live into this statement? Join our guest UU minister, Rev. Ruth Rinehart, for an exploration of Love … Continue reading Worship Service – “Love At the Center” with guest Rev. Ruth Rinehart