Event Series Sunday Worship

Sunday Worship: Ahimsa, The Way of Nonviolence

Sanctuary 1260 18th Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States

Ahimsa, The Way of Nonviolence. Rev. Jeremiah Lal Shahbaz Kalendae, preaching; Michael McCormack, worship associate. Nonviolence is a religious virtue in many religious paths and especially in the dharmic traditions of India. With so much violence in the world, on television, in our schools, and in our communities, we will reflect upon this ancient spiritual teaching and consider its application to our lives and our common pursuit of social equity and justice. We will celebrate the prophetic embrace of non-violence by human and civil rights movements around the globe and especially the leadership of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. this morning. Join us for worship in-person and online.

Event Series UU Men’s Group

UU Men’s Group

Cottage 1260 18th Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States

Topic: Effective communication is key to a successful marriage or other long-term significant relationship. Looking back, what was a major point of disagreement in your primary relationship that you now recognize you should have handled differently? From your experience are there any tips for improving communication that you can offer to the rest of us?

Event Series Sunday Worship

Sunday Worship: Try a Little Tenderness

Sanctuary 1260 18th Street, Santa Monica, CA, United States

Rev. Dr. Kikanza Nuri-Robins, preaching; Cassie Winters, worship associate. Try a Little Tenderness. It is true, as the saying goes, that you can catch more flies with honey, than with vinegar, but who wants a room full of flies? Sometimes it is easier to be the crochety one, seeing all that is wrong, guarding your boundaries with epithets and dire warnings. What happens when you lead with your softer sides? How much easier will life be if you respond from your heart, rather than your head? How much work must you do to move to this tender approach to life? Perhaps you are already there...and can help a grouchy friend to relax into love. Join us for worship in-person and online.