Kent UU Podcast

Fasting - September 21st, 2008

Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Ted Voneida - In the midst of Ramadan, we will continue our series on the pillars of Islam with attention to fasting. Observant Muslims fast during daylight hours for the duration of Ramadan. We will consider how fasting and abstinence might fit in a Unitarian Universalist spiritual life.

Prayer - September 14, 2008

Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Worship Associate Kristofer Sperry - This second in our series on the five pillars of Islam will explore the practice of prayer. Observant Muslims pray five times each day. This morning we will explore authentic and meaningful Unitarian Universalist approaches to prayer

Pilgrimage - September 7th, 2008

Rev. Melissa Carvill-Ziemer and Diana VanWinkle, Director of Religious Education - Today we return to two Sunday worship services at 9:30 and 11:15. The whole extended family is invited to join in our annual Ingathering service. This service will be the first in a five part series inspired by the five pillars of Islam. We will take each pillar in turn, considering how the particular wisdom and practice of Islam can inform and inspire us as Unitarian Universalists. Please bring a small sample of water and soil (film container size) from a place that has been significant to you this summer to share in our Ingathering service. In a slight deviation from tradition, we ask you to answer two questions about the elements you bring prior to the service (see below). Slips of paper with the following questions will be inserted in the order of service in late August and early September. Alternatively, you may email your responses to our minister at minister- uukent@sbcglobal.net Where is your water and soil from? In what ways did the summer season gift you?

Confessions of a Copy Store Jesus - August 31st, 2008

Saul Flanner & Kathy Walker - I've always been a fan of the teachings of Jesus. As a child growing up in the Episcopal church, I learned all the stories by heart. But for most of my adult life, Jesus and I have had a fairly dysfunctional relationship. And it's time to make amends. With a mix of humor, sincerity, and the occasional workplace anecdote, I'll attempt to show how the teachings of Jesus have made a positive impact in my life, and how non-Christians can reclaim the legacy of one of history's most radical spiritual teachers.

How Can I Help? - August 17th, 2008

Christie Anderson and Pastoral Care Associates Susanna Smart and Kathy Walker - Have you ever wanted to comfort a loved one in need but felt unsure about what to say or do? Join us as we explore the challenges that hinder altruism and examine the power of human presence.

Water Musings - August 10th, 2008

Ed Stolish and Worship Associate Kristofer Sperry - Life without water is inconceivable to us. Water is the basis of the blood of animals, the sap of trees. It is the major constituent of all living things. Today's service will include observations about this universal solvent that are ecological, personal, and (possibly) spiritual.