Join in UUCL’s annual service for honoring our beloveds who have passed from this Realm. Please have a candle to light during the service and please send Rev. Alice pictures of those you love who have died by October 28th. Practical note–if you are using the candle given in the Ingathering Basket, please have a small container of sand in which to place the candle after lighting…or use your own candle. We will show the pictures and also invite folks to write the names in the chat during the candlelighting part of the service.
Summary:
This sermon addresses the intense anxiety surrounding the 2020 presidential election, which was marked by a global health crisis and threats to democratic stability. The speaker encourages listeners to practice mindful breathing as a way to find composure amidst political uncertainty and social unrest. While a change in leadership is viewed as harm reduction, the sermon argues that systemic issues like racism and inequality require sustained activism beyond the ballot box. To find strength, individuals are urged to honor their ancestors, drawing inspiration from the resilience of those who survived past hardships. Ultimately, the sermon serves as a call to carry forward the legacy of those who came before by continuing the difficult work of seeking justice.