These young ladies are two of the many reasons I love serving Hope. United with caring parents, grandparents and other adults we are creating a faith journey few children and youth are allowed to experience. To me, these children represent the story of my own family and loving church community. My two sons were raised … Continue reading Children and Youth Programs – July 2016
Do you love or hate to travel? Does the idea of flying, driving, riding, or floating delight you or frighten you? Is your daily routine a source of refuge or do you like disruptions? I am asking about one kind of journey—a physical trip or journey. Our reactions to taking trips (not all trips are … Continue reading July’s Theme – Journey
The Mission of Mental Health Association of Oklahoma is dedicated to promoting mental health, preventing mental disorders and achieving victory over mental illness through advocacy, education, research, service and housing. In 1955 the Association became one of the first mental health associations in the nation. It provides services such as support groups, suicide hot lines, … Continue reading Generosity Recipient – June 2016 – Mental Health Association of Oklahoma
Everyone has power. Let’s use a simple definition of power as the ability to act. If alive, we can all act. Yet, everyone does not have equal access to effective power. Part of our work together as a church is to build power together, a power that is both relational and sustainable. We create a … Continue reading June’s Theme – Power
Wing It (Wildlife in Need Group in Tulsa) is the recipient of our Generosity plate offering for May. Wing It is part the Tulsa Audubon Society and is comprised of a network of licensed rehabilitators, who work with game wardens, vets, the zoo and each other to raise and release orphaned/injured wild animals. For … Continue reading Generosity Recipient – May 2016 – Wing It
Theological Reflection and Parenting Let’s begin with a working definition: practical theology is theological reflection that is grounded in the life of the church, society, and the individual and that both critically recovers the theology of the past and constructively develops theology for the future. What does practical theology mean in your role as a … Continue reading Children’s Religious Education – May 2016
Come! A UU family summer camp. Join our growing group of all ages from Hope who attend. The Point is a customizable Unitarian Universalist retreat for all ages. Imagine five days of UU covenant and community in a resort-like setting on the shores of Fort Gibson Lake in Oklahoma. The Point offers personal growth, faith … Continue reading The Point 2016
Theological questions are often the big questions we ask throughout our lives. What happens before I am born? Is there a soul? What happens after I die? Why am I here? Does my life matter? Why do bad things happen? Can I be forgiven for my mistakes (and by whom)? These questions may have answers … Continue reading May’s Theme – Theological Reflection
