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Flower Communion

Join us in celebrating the Flower Communion, a Unitarian Universalist tradition first created by Norbert Čapek (pronounced CHA-pek) in 1923. Each person is invited to bring a flower to contribute to a shared bouquet, symbolizing the beauty of diversity and the strength of community. At … read more.

The Trust Triad: Authenticity, Logic, and Empathy

Trust is fundamental to effective relationships and organizations. In her TED Talk, “How to Build (and Rebuild) Trust,” Harvard Business School professor Frances Frei identifies authenticity, logic, and empathy as the core components of trust. Drawing from her experience at Uber, she offers practical strategies … read more.

Trusting the Turning of the Wheel

As the Spring Equinox arrives, day and night stand in perfect balance, reminding us that change is constant and renewal is inevitable. In this Unitarian Universalist service, we explore the theme of trust—trust in the cycles of nature, in unseen connections, and in our own … read more.

Own Your Stuff and Clear Up the Waters

We better trust the path forward when our leaders and fellow travelers take responsibility for their mistakes. We can make better decisions about the future when nobody is muddying up the waters. How can we create clarity and justice for others in the choices we … read more.

Fifty Shades of Trust

Trust is the sum of expectations, some realistic and others not so much. The extent to which these are met is the measure of what we consider to be trustworthiness. So individually we are the arbiters of trust. And it comes … read more.

Growing Trust

Trust is a fundamental aspect of people working together, forming community, and experiencing personal growth. Like a plant, trust can be nurtured, or die through neglect. We will work together to identify how to grow trust!

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