The Baha’i faith is a major religion, related to Islam in many ways. It is a “further development” or “perfection” of Islam, but that is disputed by Muslims. The history of Baha’i will be discussed briefly, and some of the major tenets of the religion will be presented. While it has similarities to the UU … Continue reading The Baha’i Faith: Links to UUism
The Power of Compassion – Rev Ted Tollefson What if compassion is more than a warm feeling? What if it’s a moral muscle that benefits from exercise and can become an active force for doing good and living well? Membership Class will be held after the service from noon to 2:00 p.m. Rev. Ted Tollefson … Continue reading The Power of Compassion
Libby Skarin is the Policy Director for the ACLU of South Dakota and monitors the progress of legislation that affects the civil rights of South Dakotans and advocates for policies that would strengthen the well-being of everyone in our state. She will present on the most important civil rights issues being discussed at the state … Continue reading Advancing Civil Rights at the South Dakota Legislature
Worship Service Coordinator: Mike Huber; Music: Joseph L’Amour NO CIRCLE DISCUSSION – MID YEAR MEETING TO FOLLOW SERVICE “Strong Town Policies for the city of Sioux Falls “Strong Towns is an international movement that’s dedicated to making communities across the United States and Canada financially strong and resilient. The Problem We Face: For generations, North American communities … Continue reading Strong Town Policies for the City of Sioux Falls
We welcome 2019 by looking back – as we move forward – reminiscing about loved ones and others who we’ve lost in 2018. What can we learn from loved ones or noted people who are no longer with us? Members to share stories. WSC: Sue Ann Lang Music: Joseph L’Amour
Faith that can sustain our lives in challenging times has more than one dimension. It includes what we believe. It also includes what we care deeply about. And sometimes it enables us to trust what is beyond our knowing. What if faith is like a three-legged stool—-where each leg has an important role to play?
Enlightenment Through Creative Reuse We welcome longtime All Souls’ friend Jess Miller back to speak during a family service about creating through reuse. She will touch on how as artists we are co-creators with a Higher Power. And if we don’t create, whether it’s curtains or masterpieces, we are not giving ourselves an opportunity to … Continue reading Talk: Enlightenment Through Creative Reuse
What I Learned at the Unitarian Universalist General Assembly This summer Mariah had the opportunity to attend general assembly in Kansas City. While attending workshops, participating in worship activities, and voting on policies, she gained an understanding and appreciation about what it means to be a part of the worldwide UU community. She had some … Continue reading Talk: What I Learned at the Unitarian Universalist General Assembly
Building Native American Connections in Sioux Falls High Schools Delilah Rouse and Martha Negash are students at Lincoln High School and have created a very strong community first through a state recognized newsletter, and through starting a group to support Native kids in all four Sioux Falls High Schools. Delilah was born in Yankton to … Continue reading Talk: Building Native American Connections in Sioux Falls High Schools
Blue Christmas Blue Christmas has become an All Souls’ tradition in which we prepare for the Season of Light by acknowledging the reality that darkness is also a part of our lives. Debbie will share stories and music, with congregational opportunities to hang a blue or silver ornament on the All Souls Christmas tree and … Continue reading Talk: Blue Christmas
