January’s theme is Practicing Resistance.
Sermon Tag: Allan Bentkofsky
We Are Stardust
This sermon explores the concept of eternal life by contrasting pop culture, literature, and traditional religious dogma with Unitarian Universalist perspectives.
Our Promise To Each Other
This sermon details the history and evolution of a religious community’s covenant, specifically focusing on how members navigate interpersonal conflict.
Personal Journey Service
January’s theme: Liberating Love
Summary:
This sermon documents three members of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Loudoun sharing their personal histories and paths toward their current spiritual home. Colleen Kubont describes a complex evolution from early skepticism and 12-step recovery to a restored faith that eventually embraced the comfort of uncertainty and community. Andrew Dunham details his transition from a rural Lutheran upbringing to a science-based worldview he calls a “compost religion,” which emphasizes the interconnectedness of all life. Monica Seidel outlines her departure from a rigid Missouri Synod Lutheran background, eventually finding a sense of belonging in various UU congregations across the country. Each sermon highlights a move away from dogmatic religious structures in favor of a community that values personal inquiry, social justice, and emotional support. Through these diverse accounts, the sermon illustrates the Unitarian Universalist commitment to spiritual growth without the requirement of absolute answers.
Personal Journey Service
In this sermon, three members of a Unitarian Universalist congregation share their personal stories of moving from traditional religious upbringing to a more liberal faith community.
Be Curious, Not Judgmental
A few weeks ago, Rev. Alice asked the question: Would you rather be just or merciful? This Sunday, explore that question in the context of cancel culture.
Transformational Journey
This sermon originates from a presentation that contrasts scientific evidence with faith-based beliefs, highlighting how biology and evolution explain the human condition better than religious doctrine.
“This I Believe” Personal Journey Service
Each year we invite several members to share their personal journeys to Unitarian Universalism
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