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Sermon: Light That Wants to Shine Needs Darkness

Most of the December holidays celebrate Light in some form: the Sun’s returning light at Solstice, Channukah’s  Temple lights, the birth of Jesus and Buddha’s Enlightenment. But what if Carl Jung is right in saying that “Light that wants to shine needs darkness”?  How does  the Light of December holidays require darkness to be seen, felt, understood and celebrated? Workshop to … Continue reading Sermon: Light That Wants to Shine Needs Darkness

Talk: The Impacts of Native American Media in South Dakota

The Impacts of Native American Media in South Dakota Richie will talk about the history of Native American Media and it’s early successes.  The role of Native American journalists in South Dakota, either in mainstream or independent outlets.  Finally, Richie will speak about the impact his own journalism has had in South Dakota.  Bio: Richie … Continue reading Talk: The Impacts of Native American Media in South Dakota

Talk: Honoring Our Veterans: How I Found Something to Believe in After Vietnam and Addiction

Honoring our Veterans: How I Found Something to Believe in After Vietnam and Addiction I needed some direction, some place to go. I decided I was going to join the Marine Corps. It was just me desperately trying to grab a hold of something to believe in. As I look back now, my whole search, my … Continue reading Talk: Honoring Our Veterans: How I Found Something to Believe in After Vietnam and Addiction

Sermon: The Art of (un)Happiness

What if happiness or unhappiness are learned, not accidental? A lively and memorable talk which looks at the habits of heart & mind which incline us towards a happy or unhappy life. We’ll also pass out recipe cards so you can write down and share your own recipes for happiness and unhappiness.

Sermon: “A Song, a Sword, and a Ribbon” 

Having just retired from 33 years as a UU Minister, I am pondering the meaning of VOCATION. What does it mean to be called to something? How do we hear the deepest songs of our souls and how do we learn a new dance when our life rhythm changes?