Topic: Christianity

Blessing of the Animals

Come celebrate the interdependent web of existence! Today we will honor traditions associated most famously with Saint Francis of Assisi, and the less well known Saint Dwynwen and Saint Blaise, as we acknowledge the importance of and bless our animal companions. All two-, four-, six-, eight-, and no-legged individuals are welcome, including those with fur, … Continue reading Blessing of the Animals

The Real Mary Magdalene

Who was Mary Magdalene? She has been portrayed as a prostitute, a devoted follower, an important apostle, a mystic, and even possibly Jesus’ wife who bore his children. Often her portrayal was shaped by the religious struggles of their times and says more about the person shaping the narrative than revealing truth. Come and be … Continue reading The Real Mary Magdalene

Service Swap: Commemorating the Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

This Sunday will be a very special service–or rather two special services. Rev. Shellie Poe, Safe Harbor Family Church, and Rev. Justin McCreary, UU Church of Jackson, will be reaching back into the shared histories of the Unitarian Universalism and United Church of Christ to commemorate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. through a … Continue reading Service Swap: Commemorating the Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.