The Rev. James Ishmael Ford - June 8, 2025
Spirituality at the End of Religion
The Rev. James Ishmael Ford, preaching; Judith Martin-Straw, worship associate. UU minister and Zen teacher James Ishmael Ford visits us once again. These days he finds himself thinking about the spiritual life, and what it means in hard times. In particular he finds himself thinking of the current assaults on civil liberties, especially the scapegoating of the Trans community and immigrants. But also he's mindful of Pentecost, that moment when tongues of fire rest on hearts, transforming lives. Today he touches on his reflections in his new book, Zen at the End of Religion, to find some pointers for all of us. Saunder Choi, music director; Kion Heidari, vocalist; Anthony Hernandez, pianist. Order of Service: Order of Service