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Our recordings include sermons given by our own ministers, intern ministers, lay leaders, and special guests. Play these podcasts and videos on our website, or download them to listen later.
We've been collecting audio recordings of sermons since 2013 and video recordings since 2020. Visit our sermons library to explore sermons by year.
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***We are currently in the process of uploading our audio recordings of older sermons.***
Join us as Rabbi Dr. Jacob Adler provides an overview of some of the issues being encountered in contemporary Judaism, including sociological changes, new developments in observance and practice, institutions and individuals, and relations with neighbors of other faiths and/or no faith.
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For most people, having a network of good friends is a vital part of a happy life. Yet, we struggle to maintain those friendships. The recent months of social isolation have made it even harder to stay connected. What can we do to create and cultivate lasting friendships? Join us this Sunday as Gene Vinzant shares his thoughts on “The Friendship Factor.”
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The title pretty much says it all! Please join us for this wonderful service, led by our own Renée Janski!
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With speaker, Brooke Eldredge. It’s been a tough 4+ years, and the less-than-ideal state of America has left many longing for the days of old. But are things really worse than they used to be? Dr. Steven Pinker, a Harvard cognitive psychologist and author of “Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism and Progress,” claims that by almost every metric of human well-being, the world is getting better. Yet progress is seldom noticed, and we certainly don’t hear about it often in the news. Join us as we look at a brighter side of the current state of America.
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With Rev. Dr. Steven Gaines. This Sunday is Independence Day, a day when many people celebrate freedom. Not all groups in this nation have experienced that freedom equally. You’re invited to join us as we consider how practices of dependence, grounded in our UU Principles, can contribute to freedom at social, congregational, and personal levels.
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“Until Love Wins – Today’s challenging times require a nimble and resilient spirituality. We need a demanding, inspiring faith and a love strong enough that it will not let us go. Join us as we draw the circle wide, gather our strength, and promise to stay in the struggle and joy until love wins.” UUA General Assembly is happening this weekend, and that means that UU Churches from all over the world will join in a communal worship service experience this Sunday. It’s the largest annual gathering of UUs joining in worship. You can view the General Assembly service here.
Liberal Religions chose to have ministers as servants of the faith and its people, instead of priests, who represent a hierarchical power. Think of what your ministry would be like, as I speak to a ministry I could not have imagined. Led by Rev. Jim Parrish.
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It has been FOURTEEN LOOOOONG MONTHS since we’ve been able to come together in-person at UUFF. This Sunday, June 13th, beginning at 11am, all are invited to gather once again in-person on the beautiful UUFF grounds to celebrate each other and this beloved community! We made it!
UU has overtly supported LGBTQ(IA) since the 1970’s. What can we do to move NWA forward beyond a parade?
With Rev. Jim Parrish. We’ve talked about a lot of topics these past 7 years, not the least of which are listed in the title, except Death… and grief, which we probably haven’t touched on enough. Transitions create tension, love and concern is heightened, and if we grieve change/death well, we learn our strengths and can hold our sorrows with tenderness. Join us this Sunday and let’s talk about change and what it might mean.
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In the midst of our busy and stressful lives, how do so many find the time and energy to give of themselves in service to our Fellowship and why do they make it a priority? What keeps them going and going? You will be inspired to hear from several of our Board members, including Ronda Jean (RJ), Mike McMullin, and Joe Euculano. Join us!
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UU has had an LGBTQ Welcoming Congregation program since the 80’s, and UUFF has participated for a long time… but with broad anti-racism and oppression work, is just being “Welcoming” enough? Join us for this online service with Rev. Jim Parrish.
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