The Path of EnlightenUPment

When I was a 23 someone who knew me as a child and teen, approached my girlfriend.  He asked her what had happened to me saying “He used to always have a smile on his face. Now he is so serious.”  When she told me what he said, it was a wake up call. I sought...

2nd Wave Feminism; Pioneers Among Us

I feel grateful for the stories of Carolyn Dreyer, Linda Smith and June Hartly.  I will humbly submit some family stories and some reflections on efforts made advance society in the direction of affirming women’s inherent worth and dignity.  ...

Blessed are the Translators

In this sermon “Blessed are the translators” I will present our liberal religious practice of generous translation of scripture, religious language, doctrine, sacred story, religious thought and practice. Liberal translation makes it possible for people with a...

Consciousness, What Is It Good For?

Last night I had the strangest dream.  I dreamed I was in an accident and regained consciousness in the ICU. The Doctors were trying to convince me that I’m actually a Swedish Guy who has forgotten his identity…But I wasn’t buying...

Darkness, the Untold Story

Hello darkness my old friend, I’ve come to talk with you again (gesture to encourage them to continue)about your car’s extended warranty. When Goddess finished creating the 24-hour cycle of alternating darkness and light, the angels asked hir what she was going to do...

Peace, the Greatest Gift

“Christmas is a baby shower that is so over the top!!”You want to know why I’m single? I once had a girlfriend. I asked her what she wanted for Christmas. She told me, “Nothing would make her happier than a diamond necklace.” So I bought her...