In this sermon, Lauren explores white privilege, colonial capitalism, and the moral urgency to resist with Love, Compassion and Honesty. Through personal stories, Indigenous wisdom, prophetic voices, and spiritual reflection, she calls the congregation toward deeper awareness, solidarity, and shared commitment to justice grounded in love.
In a wisdom tale, Buddhist monk, Thich Nhat Hanh tells us the bump in the road doesn’t create what spills out of the cup we are carrying. Instead it reveals what is already inside. The question is not about who bumps us rather, “What am I carrying in my cup?”
Following the annual Water Service on Sunday, September 11, join with members and friends for a potluck picnic in our church parking lot. Please bring potluck dishes to share that *do not require additional preparation* including entrees, side dishes, desserts, and beverages to contribute to the fun! David Pettit will be providing hot dogs and associated fixin’s.
We will also need assistance on Sunday morning prior to worship service to set up tents, tables, and seating in the church parking lot – obviously this will need to occur prior to folks arriving to park in the parking lot for worship service. We appreciate those who are able-bodied to plan to park on the street on Sunday, September 11, so nearby parking can be reserved for those who appreciate a shorter walk into the church.
David Pettit is coordinating arrangements for the picnic, so please contact him for additional details.