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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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00:20:06

Sunday Service - November 9, 2025 - The Lens of...

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/11/01

Author Anais Nin said “I do not see the world as it is. I see it as I am.” This Sunday we explore how deeply one’s state of awareness, or stage of consciousness, affects how we see and act in the world. Worship Leader: Rev. Peter ... read more.

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00:16:23

Afterlife Intimations

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/10/26

Spiritual traditions worldwide speak of people’s nonmaterial essence continuing beyond physical death. So in this season of Day of the Dead (native to Mexico) and the pagan holy day Samhain (now aka All Hallows Eve or Halloween), this service explores what may lie beyond this ... read more.

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00:11:56

The Masks We Wear

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/10/18

Join us for a joyful, all-ages Halloween service exploring the masks we wear and the truths beneath them. Together we’ll celebrate the courage to be authentic, and the magic of becoming our truest selves. We’ll have a fun skit and a hands-on activity where everyone ... read more.

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00:11:56

The Masks We Wear

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/10/18

Join us for a joyful, all-ages Halloween service exploring the masks we wear and the truths beneath them. Together we’ll celebrate the courage to be authentic, and the magic of becoming our truest selves. We’ll have a fun skit and a hands-on activity where everyone ... read more.

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00:16:17

Spiritual Healthiness, or What Will We Swallow?

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/10/18

A part playful, part serious look at spiritual teacher/author Thomas Moore’s imaginary “DSM-1 of Spirituality Disorders” – and the degree to which UUism is susceptible to some of them. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Aaron Lington, saxophone If you prefer to join the community of those ... read more.

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00:16:17

Spiritual Healthiness, or What Will We Swallow?

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/10/18

A part playful, part serious look at spiritual teacher/author Thomas Moore’s imaginary “DSM-1 of Spirituality Disorders” – and the degree to which UUism is susceptible to some of them. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Aaron Lington, saxophone If you prefer to join the community of those ... read more.

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00:31:59

Showing Up for Each Other’s Mental Health

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/10/11

How can we show up for each other’s mental health, and what does that mean for our spiritual lives? Rev. Barbara Meyers shares real stories—both what works and what doesn’t—from her ministry and her book HELD, offering practical guidance for congregations who want to care more ... read more.

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00:31:59

Showing Up for Each Other’s Mental Health

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/10/11

How can we show up for each other’s mental health, and what does that mean for our spiritual lives? Rev. Barbara Meyers shares real stories—both what works and what doesn’t—from her ministry and her book HELD, offering practical guidance for congregations who want to care more ... read more.

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00:18:20

Seasons of Change

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/10/04

On the first Sunday of this autumn change of season, and in this time of transitional exploration at UUCPA, our service looks at some challenges and opportunities of change. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Martin Manley, jazz pianist If you prefer to join the community of ... read more.

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00:18:20

Seasons of Change

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/10/04

On the first Sunday of this autumn change of season, and in this time of transitional exploration at UUCPA, our service looks at some challenges and opportunities of change. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Martin Manley, jazz pianist If you prefer to join the community of ... read more.

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00:14:32

It Matters What We Believe

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/09/27

Following on our 9/14 and 9/21 topics, this service explores some deeper implications of what people believe. Based on hymnal Reading #657. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Worship associate: Ed Haertel Special music: Veronika Agranov-Dafoe If you prefer to join the community of those attending online, there are two ... read more.

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00:14:32

It Matters What We Believe

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/09/27

Following on our 9/14 and 9/21 topics, this service explores some deeper implications of what people believe. Based on hymnal Reading #657. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Worship associate: Ed Haertel Special music: Veronika Agranov-Dafoe If you prefer to join the community of those attending online, there are two ... read more.

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00:13:07

Really? I Never KnUU That…

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/09/20

Courageous, compassionate characters people Unitarian Universalism’s inception and development. This service explores one early figure who helped make UUism a tradition of inclusiveness and free choice. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Gaelic Muses, Celtic trio If you prefer to join the community of those attending online, ... read more.

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00:13:07

Really? I Never KnUU That…

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/09/20

Courageous, compassionate characters people Unitarian Universalism’s inception and development. This service explores one early figure who helped make UUism a tradition of inclusiveness and free choice. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Special music: Gaelic Muses, Celtic trio If you prefer to join the community of those attending online, ... read more.

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00:13:59

The UU Way

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/09/13

This service looks at some important ways that Unitarian Universalism differs from most faith traditions. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Worship associate: Barbara Saxton Special music: Teresa Orozco, flute If you prefer to join the community of those attending online, there are two options. One, join the service via ... read more.

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00:13:59

The UU Way

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/09/13

This service looks at some important ways that Unitarian Universalism differs from most faith traditions. Worship leader: Rev. Peter Farriday Worship associate: Barbara Saxton Special music: Teresa Orozco, flute If you prefer to join the community of those attending online, there are two options. One, join the service via ... read more.

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00:14:07

Looking for Yourself

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/08/17

In a letter to a friend, Emily Dickinson wrote “I am out with lanterns, looking for myself”. In addition to being a wonderful image and wonderfully poetic line, the idea of looking for oneself can be central to who we are. Worship leader: Richard Heydt Worship associate: ... read more.

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00:14:07

Looking for Yourself

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/08/17

In a letter to a friend, Emily Dickinson wrote “I am out with lanterns, looking for myself”. In addition to being a wonderful image and wonderfully poetic line, the idea of looking for oneself can be central to who we are. Worship leader: Richard Heydt Worship associate: ... read more.

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00:25:19

Saving Souls of Churches and Nations

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/08/17

There has been much talk in the past year, both pre- and post-election, about the soul of our nation, pointing to “soul” as the seat of sacred identity. What does it mean for nations or churches to have souls? The soul of a church lies in its purpose or ... read more.

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00:25:19

Saving Souls of Churches and Nations

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Sermons... ·

2025/08/17

There has been much talk in the past year, both pre- and post-election, about the soul of our nation, pointing to “soul” as the seat of sacred identity. What does it mean for nations or churches to have souls? The soul of a church lies in its purpose or ... read more.

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