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Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons and Reflections

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto

Podcasts from the Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto (UUCPA). At UUCPA, we come together to support one another in our continuing commitment to a free and loving search for spiritual meaning and to the expression of that meaning in our community and in our lives. For more information visit www.uucpa.org.

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00:24:01

Freedom Through Forgiveness

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/11/19

Traditional Christian doctrine claims God sent Jesus to be sacrificed as the price of forgiving humanity’s sins, and his resurrection completes the mission by granting believers eternal life. But Unitarian Universalism professes universal salvation—that all souls are ultimately reconciled to the Divine. Theological conjectures aside, ... read more.

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00:18:18

"Gonna Lay Down My Sword and Shield"

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/11/12

The Universalist strand of Unitarian Universalism affirms that divinity does not judge us, but holds each soul in boundless love. How can we also lay down the sword and shield of judgment, and offer this same compassion toward ourselves and others? Worship Leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Worship ... read more.

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00:20:07

It Matters What We Believe

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/08/12

Worship Leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Worship Associate: Ed Haertel Special music: Ruth Huber, pianist Follow along in the order of service: bit.ly/uucpa_oos_20230813. Join the service via Zoom: bit.ly/uucpa_service_1015am_v3. To get the passcode, email sundayservice@uucpa.org or call UUCPA’s outgoing voicemail message, 650-494-0541. It is also included in ... read more.

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00:20:07

It Matters What We Believe

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/08/12

Worship Leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Worship Associate: Ed Haertel Special music: Ruth Huber, pianist Follow along in the order of service: bit.ly/uucpa_oos_20230813. Join the service via Zoom: bit.ly/uucpa_service_1015am_v3. To get the passcode, email sundayservice@uucpa.org or call UUCPA’s outgoing voicemail message, 650-494-0541. It is also included in ... read more.

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00:17:15

The Art of Letting Go

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/07/26

Renowned mythologist Joseph Campbell writes, “You have to strive every minute to get rid of the life you have planned in order to have the life that’s waiting for you,” while thirteenth/fourteenth-century mystic and theologian Meister Eckhart said, “The soul grows by subtraction.” Using these ... read more.

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00:17:15

The Art of Letting Go

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/07/26

Renowned mythologist Joseph Campbell writes, “You have to strive every minute to get rid of the life you have planned in order to have the life that’s waiting for you,” while thirteenth/fourteenth-century mystic and theologian Meister Eckhart said, “The soul grows by subtraction.” Using these ... read more.

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00:13:58

I Didn't Mean To . . . Navigating the Minefield of...

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/14

Increasingly, we argue that, in the face of harm, impact is all that matters; bringing up intent is, at best, irrelevant and, at worse, usually just an excuse for bad behavior. But why then do we still care so much about intent, motive, or causation ... read more.

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00:13:58

I Didn't Mean To . . . Navigating the Minefield of...

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/14

Increasingly, we argue that, in the face of harm, impact is all that matters; bringing up intent is, at best, irrelevant and, at worse, usually just an excuse for bad behavior. But why then do we still care so much about intent, motive, or causation ... read more.

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00:25:15

Why Do We Listen

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/11

Why is *listening* the first step in movements for social change? Who does the listening, who gets listened to, and what do we do with what we hear? What’s the point? Why not plunge directly into problem-solving, advocating, rallying, and arguing/shouting/writing/showing up for the changes we know we need if we are to create a world of justice, equity, and compassion? Join us ... read more.

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00:25:15

Why Do We Listen

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/11

Why is *listening* the first step in movements for social change? Who does the listening, who gets listened to, and what do we do with what we hear? What’s the point? Why not plunge directly into problem-solving, advocating, rallying, and arguing/shouting/writing/showing up for the changes we know we need if we are to create a world of justice, equity, and compassion? Join us ... read more.

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00:20:30

Say What?: The Power of Language

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/10

Language has incredible power to harm or heal, to oppress or liberate. Using words with care is a vital practice for people of faith and conscience—it’s even a key spiritual practice in many traditions. But it’s not always easy. What do we do when some ... read more.

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00:20:30

Say What?: The Power of Language

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/10

Language has incredible power to harm or heal, to oppress or liberate. Using words with care is a vital practice for people of faith and conscience—it’s even a key spiritual practice in many traditions. But it’s not always easy. What do we do when some ... read more.

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00:28:06

New Year's Eve Service

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/08

Rev. Alex da Silva Souto [they+Brown+Latinx] has been a person of the “in-between space” since birth and childhood in Brazil. They are currently the minister of Sierra Foothills UUs in Auburn, where they remain a devoted social justice advocate, liturgical artist, and partner in the ... read more.

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00:28:06

New Year's Eve Service

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/08

Rev. Alex da Silva Souto [they+Brown+Latinx] has been a person of the “in-between space” since birth and childhood in Brazil. They are currently the minister of Sierra Foothills UUs in Auburn, where they remain a devoted social justice advocate, liturgical artist, and partner in the ... read more.

en-US

00:15:27

Lessons for Future Ancestors

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/08

“Let us measure success by how many of us can say: I am living a life I don’t regret. A life that will resonate with my ancestors” -adrienne maree brown Join us for a reflection of heavy suitcases, surprise turning points, and attending to the complexity ... read more.

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00:15:27

Lessons for Future Ancestors

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/08

“Let us measure success by how many of us can say: I am living a life I don’t regret. A life that will resonate with my ancestors” -adrienne maree brown Join us for a reflection of heavy suitcases, surprise turning points, and attending to the complexity ... read more.

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00:32:19

Overcoming Overwhelming Odds

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/03

So many of us are familiar with the story of David vs Goliath. It is a story deeply rooted in the way we tell ourselves that we can face and overcome whatever stands between us and our desired outcomes. This week we will look at this ... read more.

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00:32:19

Overcoming Overwhelming Odds

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/03

So many of us are familiar with the story of David vs Goliath. It is a story deeply rooted in the way we tell ourselves that we can face and overcome whatever stands between us and our desired outcomes. This week we will look at this ... read more.

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00:14:14

History, Retold

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/02

As Artificial Intelligence grows, there is much wondering about whether the line between truth and fiction will be ever harder to know. Today, we look back, both in the short term and the arc of history, to discover deeper truths, together. Rev DL Helfer (they/them) is ... read more.

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00:14:14

History, Retold

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2023/06/02

As Artificial Intelligence grows, there is much wondering about whether the line between truth and fiction will be ever harder to know. Today, we look back, both in the short term and the arc of history, to discover deeper truths, together. Rev DL Helfer (they/them) is ... read more.

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