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Explore with poems and other readings, the good and bad of summer heat, including the impact of global warming on how we experience summer. Featuring music by Joe Palermo and Stephanie Reece, and a drumming meditation led by Elana Floyd-Kennett. Bring your rhythm instruments, or have one handy at home. (Services are in person and on Zoom.)
With the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn federal protection of women’s reproductive rights, Illinois, and particularly Southern Illinois, is right in the center of the battle over individuals’ right to choose abortion. Using a variety of writings, Rev. Sarah gives an overview of contemporary Unitarian Universalist views on the topic, and lays out possible actions that we UUs of Southern Illinois might take. (Services are in person and on Zoom.)
The shift from summer travels and summer breaks gives us the opportunity to examine our daily, weekly, seasonal routines. What are the essential and extra activities that fulfill needs of our body, mind, and spirit? That fulfill needs for community building/maintenance? For justice-seeking? For resistance? What are those activities that must be let go of, in order to make room for the new? Rev. Sarah Richards will lead this service of exploration. (Services are in person and on Zoom.)
Traditionally, a “matin” is a service of song and prayer. It has also been used to refer to the morning song of birds. Our version of a matin is a service of music, reflection, and blessings. Join us for meditations on Rhythms of Summer from Rev. Sarah Richards. (Services are in person and on Zoom.)
