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Deeply Rooted, Branching Out

As the Unitarian Coastal Fellowship settles into its new building, with a new flagpole, we are beginning to feel deeply rooted! Now that our roots are deeply planted, we can start extending our branches. As we look toward the future, this multigenerational service asks members and friends to share what is important to them, and … Continue reading Deeply Rooted, Branching Out

Seeing the Black Experience in Film

The theme of this year’s Black History Month is ‘African Americans andthe Arts.” It is a rich theme to explore with the increasinglyinfluential cultural contributions of Black Americans; one recentexample is the Christmas Day 2023 opening of the new musical versionof the film “The Color Purple,” which made a near-record $18 milliondollars at the box … Continue reading Seeing the Black Experience in Film

If I Had a Hammer

Activist and musician, Pete Seeger, will be celebrated in our service on January 28th. Barb Thomas and Karen Baggott will bring back words and songs from a look at his life that was presented at UCF in 2015, one year after his passing. Through his music, he inspired many to do more for the environment … Continue reading If I Had a Hammer

When Whiteness is the Norm

When whiteness is the “default” in society, people of color become relegated to the margins–unless they assimilate into whiteness. This is what’s called “white cultural supremacy” or “white supremacy culture.” On this Racial Justice Sunday, the day before our Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, we explore in what ways white cultural supremacy is part of … Continue reading When Whiteness is the Norm

The Magnificent Seven

The Principles have been part of Unitarian Universalism for what feels like forever. Now, it seems as if our living tradition may evolve to replace the Principles with Shared Values. Today, we explore those Values and how they’re similar and different from the Principles–through music!

Forks in the Road

Largely autobiographical, Tom Neilson’s talk is about choices and milestones in our lives. This will be a very musical service, so come ready to jam! BIO: Tom Neilson combines art with activism. Performing since the age of 3, he has received over two dozen awards, including two song of the year awards from Independent Musicians … Continue reading Forks in the Road

Lessons and Carols

At this service, Unitarian Universalism honors its Christian roots with a traditional service of “lessons and carols,” or readings and hymns. Many of these readings and songs may be familiar to those who grew up Christian. For those who didn’t, come experience a fresh look at one of the world’s most enduring tales of miracles … Continue reading Lessons and Carols