A sermon is an oral presentation by a live speaker to a live
congregation. It always involves a bit of interaction, even if it’s
just eye contact and facial expressions. Reading the text of a sermon,
then, is like reading the script of a play to yourself. The live,
communal experience is gone.
Nevertheless, please enjoy reading these text versions of sermons and
other presentations made at the UU Fellowship of Topeka during our
worship services. You may find that there are additional notes and/or
commentaries to the original text.
Archive for October, 2009
October 25, 2009 at 4:09 pm
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October 25, 2009 — Amanda Thomas
Samhain (pronounced SOW hen) is an ancient Irish word that means “summer’s end,” and it refers to a festival held at the end of the harvest season in Gaelic cultures. This festival of the Pagan year celebrates harvest and the dearly departed ancestors. The roots of today’s secular Halloween customs and decorations probably began here. In the Pagan world, the Summer’s End marks the beginning of a new year and thus is a time of remembrance and letting go, as well as a time to let go and look ahead. Fellowship member Amanda Thomas explores what Samhain means for Unitarian Universalists in the 21st century.
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October 4, 2009 at 10:12 am
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October 4, 2009 — Rev. Lisa R. Schwartz
The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Topeka has enjoyed a monumental year. This Beloved Community needs only look around at the gorgeous building we now inhabit to get a sense of how much our group has accomplished together. But what about beyond our lovely new windows and walls? What’s next on this collective journey? And what time, talent, and treasure will we need to continue to take bold steps forward? Rev. Lisa R. Schwartz offers a sermon that celebrates stewardship for the continuing journey.
Listen to the sermon: The Journey Continues
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