According to Wikipedia, “chronocentrism” was coined by sociologist Jib Fowles in an article in the journal Futures in February, 1974. Fowles described chronocentrism as “the belief that one’s own times are paramount, that other periods pale in comparison.” It is being talked about nowadays in a kind of disparaging way—the egotism that one’s own generation is … Continue reading Let’s Look at Chronocentrism
Martin Luther King Jr. has been, and will always be, an icon of the Civil Rights movement, and his words are ever important today as we confront the challenges of racism in America and beyond. He had, during his lifetime, a close relationship with Unitarian Universalism, and in this sermon, Miriam Pickens will explore that, … Continue reading A Celebration of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King
How do we communicate when we aren’t there? During this time when most of us are experiencing increased stress, let’s discuss how we can continue to nurture ourselves and our loved ones, near and far. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9789104627 Meeting ID: 978 910 4627 Dial by your location: +1 312 626 6799
This service will be led by Amy Howard, Assistant Director of Campus Diversity Initiatives, MTU Preferred pronouns, they, them, theirs Contemplate, Celebrate, & Act Amy L. Howard As the days get shorter and the weather cooler (despite our recent unseasonal 70 degree November), we approach a time of quiet rest, introspection, and a season of … Continue reading Spiritual Social Justice in Remembrance and Action
According to at least one 2018 study, over the next 45 years 12 million Americans will have to relocate because of climate influences. Primarily moving from the South to the North. What can be our response to building our community in the future? How can we be welcoming to folks relocating due to climate change? … Continue reading Building Communities of the Future
We’ve been using the same chalice extinguishing words throughout this Covid-19 time. In part, they say, “The signals buzz and hum, sparkling through space one to another, connecting us invisibly but palpably.” Sure, maybe it’s a reference to the magic of the Zoom meetings, but it calls me to explore how we express care for … Continue reading Expressing Care for One Another
In recent weeks, KUUF has formed three Move Forward Teams. They are focused on creating specific and meaningful actions that will keep us moving forward in the lifelong work of “dismantling racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions.” That quote is from the proposed Eight Principle and we’ll talk again about it’s possible … Continue reading Move Forward Teams At KUUF
Suffragists endured campaigns designed to divide and abolish their movement, yet there was also a growing contingent of female suffragists who wanted to expand their mission to include the rights of People of Color, men, women, and other “undesirables”. How did this goal conflict with the main tenets of the original suffragists? Join Zoom Meeting: … Continue reading Women’s Suffrage From an African-American Perspective
The title is lifted from the James Baldwin Essay, “The Fire Next Time.” What Shall We Do With All This Beauty is the question with which Baldwin closes that essay. We’ll talk about Baldwin’s thoughts and writing and also use Rev. Rebecca Ann Parker’s essay about Baldwin’s writing and try to look at the wisdom … Continue reading What Shall We Do With All This Beauty?
You’ve heard a little about this new initiative at KUUF, “Grow An Extra Row.” It’s about gardening a little extra this year and giving the produce away to folks who don’t have a garden and could benefit from fresh vegetables (and flowers!). I won’t be talking too much about the gardening part. I’ll be talking … Continue reading Grow an Extra Row: A KUUF Project
