Sermons by Rev. John T. Crestwell, Jr.

You Were Made To Experience Oneness (Kabbalah)

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 03:21:00 GMT

The esoteric religion Kabbalah has been in the news recently and I've been studying its beliefs for some time. In this sermon, you will find that although it is a rather complex religion it's still basic in its belief and in its understanding of the purpose of life. Go to the links below to see two diagrams of the Kabbalah Tree of Life which represents the core of its teachings. Enjoy.

This sermon was preached at Davies Memorial UUC an intentional racially and theologically diverse congregation in Prince George's County, MD.

TREE OF LIFE

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Level 1 (Crown) also called Source; Level 2 (Wisdom) also called Purpose; Level 3 (Understanding) also called Spiritual Love; Level 4 (Kindness) also called Mercy; Level 5 (Strength) also called Will; Level 6 (Beauty) also called "I" or Self; Level 7 (Victory) also called Feeling; Level 8 (Self-Esteem) also called Thinking; Level 9 (Sexuality) also called Subconscious; Level 10 (Foundation) also called Sensing Domain or Body

You Were Made to Embrace Differences

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 02:47:00 GMT

Space teaches us so much about diversity. This sermon looks at what science teaches us about differences. This sermon was preached at Davies Memorial UU Church an intentionally diverse congregation in Prince George's County, MD.

Sharing the Vision

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 15:58:00 GMT

The Rev. Rob Hardies of All Souls Church, Unitarian, and I share the pulpit in his church to share our vision for diversifying Unitarian Universalism. We each tell personal stories of transformation as well as explain our thoughts on being a White, Gay, man, and a Black, Straight man who both want to grow a faith that is inclusive, pluralistic, and for ALL SOULS.

You Were Made to Enlighten and be Enlightened

Wed, 4 Jun 2008 04:11:00 GMT

Using the Hindu Chakras, Rev. John explains why you have the power to transform your life! This message was shared March 30, 2008 at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, an intentional multi-racial congregation in Maryland.
www.dmuuc.org

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Thu, 22 May 2008 03:50:00 GMT

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You Were Made to Live a Blissful Life

Thu, 15 May 2008 20:46:00 GMT

Continuing his series, Rev. John's sermon discusses why it is possible to be blissful even in the midst of a hardship or personal struggle.

This sermon was preached at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church www.dmuuc.org , an intentional multi-racial congregation in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, MD.

Where There is no Vision

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 23:39:00 GMT

This sermon was preached at the UU Church of Annapolis April 6 for their Journey Toward Wholeness Anti-racism annual service. They are in the midst of many exciting things and have great vision for their future. Indeed when we have a vision of what we want there is also anxiety. The traditional passage in Proverbs used as a guide in this message.

Peace and love,

--Rev. John

YOU WERE MADE TO BE REBORN!

daviesmunitarianuniversalist@gmail.com — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 02:24:00 GMT

My Easter 2008 sermon covers Mithras, Jesus, Obama, Rev. Wright, and the Black Church. A mixed bag indeed!

Unconditional Love

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 14:23:00 GMT

In this time where race and mis-perceptions and misunderstanding have reemerged, I want to share a sermon preached some time ago about what love requires from us all... This sermon was preached at All Souls Church, Unitarian in Washington, D.C.

What Does it Mean to be Human?

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 14:06:00 GMT

Preached in Philadelphia, PA at the Germantown UU Church, this sermon helps us to move beyond race by seeing ourselves in others.

You Were Made to Seek

daviesmunitarianuniversalist@gmail.com — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:51:00 GMT

This sermon covers Emerson's struggles, our struggles, and the quest for truth and meaning. Emerson's "Self-Reliance" essay guides this sermon. This message was delivered at Davies Memorial UUC, a multi-racial caring community in Prince George's County, Maryland.

You Were Made to Wrestle with Yourself

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:11:00 GMT

This sermon was developed using the teachings of Judaism. It is part 2 of my 12 part series: "You Were Made for So Much More!" Enjoy. This sermon was preached at Davies Memorial UUC where we are building a multiracial congregation in Prince George's County, MD. "Room for different beliefs--YOURS!"

You Were Made to Make Mistakes

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 19:55:00 GMT

This is a new sermon series. I'll share a few parts of it with you. My hope is to create a new book out of this series titled: "You Were Made for so Much More!" It will be a secular book with spiritual teachings from the world's religions. This sermon uses the teachings of Taoism. Enjoy. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial UUC where we are working to build a multiracial congregation one person at a time!

Love's Repercussions -MLK Sunday

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 21:00:00 GMT

On this special MLK, Jr. Sunday we look at the other side of love. We do all the good we can in life but sometimes we get back hate and envy. We wonder sometimes if the sacrifice was worth it. Dr. King had these thoughts too...

Editorial note: Dr. King's Brother A.D. King died mysteriously 1-year after Martin King not 1 day. Oops :-)

Audio sample- Charge of the Chalice

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:17:00 GMT

This is a sample of my new book about the Davies Memorial growth & diversity story, and how we grew from 5% racial diversity to over 35% in three years. The audio version includes music, live sermons, and the story of our development into a diverse church. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org to order copies of the printed, pdf, or audio version, send checks to: Movement Ministries, 7400 Temple Hill Road, Camp Springs, MD 20748.

How Do You Define Sin?

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:18:00 GMT

Do you believe in sin? How about "original sin"? Rev. John gives a brief history on the origins of sin and how we can reinterpret it for our time. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

Samsara

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:09:00 GMT

The wheel goes round and round and round... How do we get off and redefine our lives? Samsara reveals its secrets! This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

Unitarian Universalism on the Brink

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 03:26:00 GMT

This sermon I've preached a few times... It's one of my favorites---my "rah rah rah" for Unitarian Universalism. Share this one with those who you want to convert to our marvelous faith!

This sermon was preached at the UU Church of Williamsburg, VA.

How Post Modernism Stole Christmas

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 02:07:00 GMT

Some options for a merrier Christmas. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

SELF-HYPNOSIS

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 14:25:00 GMT

Affirming our worth and dignity requires belief that we do indeed have worth. This sermon is about that age-old issue of developing our self-esteem, and how our growth and spiritual development require trust, faith, and belief in ourselves to find and follow the right path. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org

THE SEASONS GIVE OUR LIFE MEANING

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 14:11:00 GMT

The Seasons give our life meaning
As I write this it is October 8th and the leaves have not fallen yet. Could Al Gore be right about Mr. Global Warming? Well, even though the leaves have not begun to fall in quantity, this is still a good time to learn lessons from the seasons and why being aware of them gives us cause to pause. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org

What it Means to be Human

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 02:36:00 GMT

What it Means to be Human
"To be human is to see yourself in others. I'm
not better. I'm not more superior. I am you and
you are me." That's what I believe. However,
come hear words from various voices around the
globe, past and present, including your voice, on
this subject. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org

Don't Be Shy Part III

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 11:59:00 GMT

Don't Be Shy Part III

Today you get Part III of my ongoing sermon about how to effectively share the UU message with others. I will do my best to give very simple but practical advice in this sermon.This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org

What did Columbus Discover?

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 03:05:00 GMT

What Did Columbus Discover?

Short answer: That he knew very little about
the world. The more we grow and explore, the
more we realize how much we do not know,
indeed! This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org

LAW OF DETRACTION

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 03:03:00 GMT

Law of Detraction
We desire happiness, bliss, peace and joy in our lives. Why does it seem as if we attract the opposite? If there is a law of attraction, there is a law of detraction as well. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org

WHAT'S YOUR ROUTINE?

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 05:16:00 GMT

Have you ever watched a great athlete in any sport? S/he usually has a basic or complicated routine that gets him/her focused and ready before or during a match or game. Some of these routines are weird, some are funny, and some are just very basic, but either way, they are all helpful because they create a pattern of success that, when followed, usually leads to the athlete producing his/her "A" game or match. Come hear how you too can create a routine for success in life. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org

THE LIBERAL PARADOX

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 03:41:00 GMT

Rev John discusses Dr. Paul Rasor's book "Faith Without Certainty." He helps us to see what "liberal religion" is theologically and historically. He
shows that as great as the theological and philosophical tenets are, there are major theoretical flaws in the liberal praxis of religion. This has led to a paradox because, as he sees it, with great freedom comes great responsibility. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian
Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County,
Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community.
Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org

LIFE'S REFRESHING WATERS

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 03:27:00 GMT

LIFE'S REFRESHING WATERS
Rev John delivers our annual "Welcome Back" Ingathering Service and Water Communion. Water can symbolize purification, healing, renewal, and
restoration. After a summer of amusements and rest, I have been refreshed and renewed for a new church year. How about you? This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org

FROM A FATHER TO A FRIEND

Fri, 29 Jun 2007 03:18:00 GMT

FROM A FATHER TO A FRIEND
When you are engaged in the work you love, there comes a time when you must take time to rest and reflect. In ministry it is called "self-care". When you end your career and decide to retire so you can enjoy life more, this too is "self-care". On this special Father's Day Sunday, as we move toward the heat of summer, which slows us all down, let's reflect on the past church year--the work we've done, the successes we've had, and the challenges yet to come, keeping in mind that even though we've done great things and have more to do, we still must take time to stop and stare.
This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

Theodore Parker- Prophet & Product

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 11:55:00 GMT

Rev John explores the influence of Theodore Parker on early Unitarianism. How while he believed in the abolition of slavery, he also believed in his race as superior to the others. How could he be so outspoken for the freedom of all and yet so intent on maintaining separatism? How does UUism deal with this dichotomy?

This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

It's Not Fair

Fri, 8 Jun 2007 02:07:00 GMT

It's not Fair

Listen to Rev John remind us that while life serves up a varied array of events, we are the authors of what it serves based on our choices. We do have control over our choices and our actions and reactions. Do something about the things going on around you. Get involved.

SACRIFICE - HAPPY MOTHERS DAY

Thu, 17 May 2007 01:50:00 GMT

May 13, 2007 Sacrifice - Specifically the sacrifices that Mom's make. Also how life is not about the destination, rather that it is about the journey. And every trip starts with a single step. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community.
Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

NEW HEAVENS AND NEW EARTH

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 01:32:00 GMT

Apr 15 - Exploring Revelations and how we can save the world. Will we get to that place of peace and justice? Tiger Woods, Ghandi, & hip hop and rap stars are used as examples. What is the new heaven and new earth? This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

GNOSIS (Easter Service)

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 01:10:00 GMT

Apr 8, 2007 - Was the story of Jesus's resurrection about a great sacrifice for all human beings? What do the egg and the bunny represent? We explore the history, metaphor, and miracle of Easter. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 00:14:00 GMT

Mar 25, 2007 - J. Paul Getty said, "I'd rather have one percent of one hundred people's effort than one hundred percent of my own." Is Getty saying that we must each do our part as a T.E.A.M (together each achieves more)? Is he saying that when we each do a little, a lot is accomplished? Or perhaps he is saying there is only so much one person can do, but that same person, if she is a part of a team, can multiply her effort, like compound interest, and collectively make great things happen? This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

ALL ABOARD THE FREEDOM EXPRESS

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 00:58:00 GMT

Mar 4 - We can never take freedom for granted because so many have died so we can have the rights we so freely express today. In this sermon, as we prepare for this year's annual stewardship campaign, it is important to understand the significance of our faith, locally and nationally, and how our work to grow and expand our faith can have ripples worldwide! This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

THE MIDDLE PATH

Thu, 22 Feb 2007 23:18:00 GMT

Feb 18, 2007 - I like my baths and showers lukewarm. Is the middle the best place to be religiously? This sermon deals with extremism and what choices we have. What can we live up to? This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

HAVE YOU EVER HAD AN EPIPHANY?

Thu, 8 Feb 2007 07:45:00 GMT

Feb 4 - Have you ever had one of those thoughts that "rocked your world" and changed your outlook on life? Have you ever had something pop in your head like "poof" and instantly there was clarity for where you needed to go? If you answered "yes" to either question then you will enjoy this sermon. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

WHY DO I GO TO CHURCH?

Thu, 1 Feb 2007 07:35:00 GMT

Jan 28 - I go to church because... I am the minister and I have to . Okay, but you don't have to come to church, so why do YOU come to church? I will share with you why I would come to church even if I weren't the minister because of what happens to me when I experience our faith when I look in your eyes each Sunday morning. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

WHY WAS DR. KING KILLED?

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 23:04:00 GMT

Jan 14, 2007 - Conspiracy theorists will love this sermon but I'm hoping to put a twist on it to really shock you! THIS IS A SPECIAL SUNDAY where, annually, we honor the life and legacy of my hero Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

HANUKKAH MEANS HOPE

Fri, 22 Dec 2006 19:40:00 GMT

Dec 17, 2006 - When something you love is destroyed it hurts. You love it so much that you are willing to rebuild it if it is possible. The rare opportunity comes to rebuild and although the odds are against you, you fight with all you have to restore the love. It looks like it's all for naught, and then a miracle happens... This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

CHARGE OF THE CHALICE

Fri, 22 Dec 2006 19:23:00 GMT

Dec 10, 2006 - "This is the title of my book that tells the story of our growth into a diverse church. The symbol of the chalice is a call to serve. I have some thoughts to share with you around what the charge of the chalice means for us, and I need to share some recent news that has fired me up--but not necessarily in a good way." This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

ADVENT--THE COMING OF WHAT?

Fri, 22 Dec 2006 05:56:00 GMT

Dec. 3, 2006 - This is the Christian season of Advent but for some of us who do not claim Christianity as our faith, Advent may be meaningless. Joseph Campbell taught well, there is meaning found everywhere! Therefore, Advent can have meaning if we assign meaning to it. How about this: redefined, Advent can mean "second coming" or "arrival". What are we/you waiting for? This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

THERE'S A HERO INSIDE OF YOU!

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 06:12:00 GMT

Nov 26, 2006 - During the dedication of many babies in this special family service, John shares with parents and all, "There's a hero if you look inside your heart." These words are from Mariah Carey's hit song, but they ring true. Find out how to find the hero in you and why being a hero is important for your children and for our society. Listen to the Jr. Choir sing a Swahili folk hymn "Bwana Awabariki" ("May God grant you a blessing") at the beginning of this recording. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

OPINIONS R US...

Sun, 26 Nov 2006 20:45:00 GMT

Nov. 19, 2006 - Many say Unitarian Universalists (UUs) "don't believe anything". But if you ever get into a casual conversation with a UU about anything, within minutes, you will discover that we have lots of beliefs and particularly many opinions on God, religion, politics, and the like. Yet, in a big world, our small voice tends to get muted by very loud voices that seem to continually dictate the course of God, religion, politics, and the like. When you sit around the Thanksgiving Day table this year, how will you let your voice be heard? This sermon has advice about how to talk to our family, especially during holidays, with fewer blow-ups and without muting our voices to be respectful. "It's how we share our message." This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

DEATH -- AN END OR A BEGINNING?

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 17:46:00 GMT

Oct 29, 2006 Halloween is upon us. BOO! Did I scare you? Halloween lives, in part, because of our fear of death. I want to make a statement that I cannot prove: There is nothing to fear with death because it is just the beginning of a never-ending journey of consciousness! This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

PROPHETIC IMAGINATION

Thu, 2 Nov 2006 04:01:00 GMT

Oct 22, 2006 - Our children are focusing on Judaism and its many traditions... We should join them in their studies by examining the Jewish prophet motif and see what the role of the prophet was in ancient times and what that role looks like today in our post-modern culture. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

CONSTANTLY EXPANDING

Sun, 8 Oct 2006 02:43:00 GMT

Oct 1, 2006 - Life is a growth process. Our knowledge is ever-evolving. What we believe now may not necessarily be what we believe in the future. The purpose of life is to constantly expand the mind! This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

THE DEATH OF MY COUNTRY AND THE BIRTH OF THE WORLD

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Wed, 20 Sep 2006 22:16:00 GMT

Sept 17 - National pride, what it means to be an American, and our place in the World. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

Wu Wei (NO ACTION)

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Tue, 15 Aug 2006 13:54:00 GMT

Aug. 13 - In times of trouble--DO NOTHING. This statement is at odds with the American slogan "No pain, no gain" and also challenges many of our modern lifestyles. How can doing nothing produce everything you need and want? This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

THE AGE OF AQUARIUS

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Wed, 9 Aug 2006 19:42:00 GMT

Myth holds that this century would provide human-altering events that would fulfill the belief that "no lie lives forever." But the "age of truth" is really any age, any time, any moment when justice rolls down and when peace prevails. "One hundredth monkey" science experience referenced about connections to each other and power of the mind. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

INVICTUS: A Father's Message

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 04:51:00 GMT

June 16 - On Father's Day, we honor the fathers in our congregation by looking at a popular poem in Unitarian Universalist circles, and its deep meaning that reveals we must be fully responsible for our decisions and accept the consequences that come from them. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

JUST WAR

Thu, 8 Jun 2006 02:46:00 GMT

May 28 - Thomas Aquinas is known for using the words "Just War". The question is can there be a "just war"? In honor of all soldiers on this Memorial Day, I would like us to, in an affirming but honest way, look at this idea of "just war" and see if it has any validity. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

The Goddess Returns!

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Tue, 16 May 2006 15:07:00 GMT

May 14 - She was once the most powerful deity in the cosmos but was dethroned by the patriarchal fathers. She was the giver of life, the caretaker, and protector, and now, too often, she has been dishonored by many generations. But "no lie lives forever" and the goddess is making a subtle but dramatic comeback. In this sermon, in honor of Mother's Day, I want us to look at the return of the goddess in post-modern mythology and how this may restore positive images of the feminine in our culture. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

FLOWER THEOLOGY

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Wed, 10 May 2006 02:29:00 GMT

May 7, 2006 - The Flower Communion service originated in 1923 and is perhaps the most widely-celebrated ritual in Unitarian Universalist congregations today. Members of the congregation bring a flower and leave with a flower that someone else has brought. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

UNITARIAN CONTROVERSY

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Thu, 27 Apr 2006 22:21:00 GMT

April 23 - The Unitarians were stuck in the 19th century between literalism and symbolism. Today, we find ourselves stuck too--between social action and social club--between reason and passion--between hibernation and participation. The story from the past will speak to the story of today and remind us that our work for justice and love is ever-evolving but ongoing! Are we willing to change for and with the times to get the world we want? This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

Oh Death, Where Then is Thy Sting?

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Tue, 25 Apr 2006 17:46:00 GMT

April 16, 2006 - This is Easter Sunday and it is an appropriate time to discuss the common denominator of us all--death. Are you afraid to die? Is it suffering that bothers you most? Is it possible to lose your fear of dying? This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

The Village

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Tue, 25 Apr 2006 17:45:00 GMT

April 2, 2006 - If you haven't seen this movie, rent it and watch it before the sermon OR listen to my version of it. Religion and other beliefs comfort and protect, but what are the risks of learning what's outside "the village"; learning what is beyond one's brand of faith or beyond one's understandings? Is ignorance bliss? This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

We Are All From Africa

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Tue, 25 Apr 2006 17:35:00 GMT

March 26 - CREATING A JUBILEE WORLD SUNDAY - "Jubilee"--a time to start anew--fresh. A synopsis of what we discussed and learned, and how we are working to "create a jubilee world for all!" This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.

Existential Examination

dmuuc@dmuuc.org — Tue, 25 Apr 2006 15:48:00 GMT

March 19, 2006 - Who am I? Why am I here? What is my purpose? What is the purpose of life? These are EXISTENTIAL questions for the ages. Let's examine a few Existentialists and see if they provide any answers. This sermon is dedicated to Existentialist and Davies Church Elder Richard "Dick" Hess, who has retired as Chair of the Operations Committee. This sermon was given at Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, Maryland, where we're building a multicultural, caring community. Room for different beliefs. Yours. Visit us at www.dmuuc.org.