98 sermons transcribed, indexed & archived · 2005–2023 · permalink: https://divining.app/church/first-uu-church-of-san-diego-messages.html
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“Ten Bad Reasons to Join This Church” by Rev. Suzelle Lynch
May 15, 2022 · unitarian universalism
Creation CareRacial Justice
“Playing in the Neutral Zone” by Rev. Suzelle Lynch
May 8, 2022 · hope and light, the beloved community
Unitarian Universalist IdentityJoy & Gratitude
“Earth Day Climate Justice”
Apr 24, 2022 · hope and light, the beloved community
Creation CareBaptism & CommunionSpiritual Growth
"Easter Awe and Wonder" by Rev. Suzelle Lynch
Apr 17, 2022 · unitarian universalism
Identity & WorthUnitarian Universalist IdentitySpiritual Growth
"Detours and Back Roads" by Rev. Kathleen McTigue
Mar 27, 2022 · unitarian universalism
Service & Spiritual GiftsFriendship & Belonging
“good morning good morning we're so happy to be with you on this beautiful morning i just want to take a moment of of thanks for that we have a few an…”
"Living in the In-Between" by Rev. Kathleen McTigue
Mar 3, 2022 · hope and light, the beloved community
Hope & EncouragementUnitarian Universalist Identity1st Principle: Inherent Worth & Dignity
“org when donating by check please designate generosity offering and thank you as always for your generosity please watch this testimonial from one of…”
"Unfolding Peace" by Rev. Dr. Denise Graves & Rev. Deanna Vandiver
Feb 13, 2022 · hope and light, the beloved community
Identity & WorthPeace & Nonviolence
"The Interfaith Heritage of Islam and its Influence on Unitarianism" by Yusef Miller
Jan 27, 2022 · unitarian universalism
Identity & Worth2nd Principle: Justice & EquityBible & Exposition
“s media which is generally negative and which frequently associates muslims with terrorism and extremism but in our work on human rights and injustic…”
Vaccines & Other Things: A Conversation
Jan 26, 2022 · unitarian universalism
Unitarian Universalist Identity
"Epiphany!" by Rev. Deanna Vandiver
Jan 9, 2022 · hope and light, the beloved community
Unitarian Universalist IdentityMatthewJoy & Gratitude
“i want to honor the committed and creative resilience responses practiced weekly by you faithful and glorious first unitarian universalist staff and…”
"Two Seconds Braver" by Rev. Deanna Vandiver
Jan 2, 2022 · hope and light, the beloved community
Spiritual GrowthCreation Care
"Christmas Eve Candlelight Service"
Dec 24, 2021 · hope and light, the beloved community
Advent & Christmas
“so see major 25 <br> foreign greetings to you and merry christmas we are so glad you have joined us this evening for our live streamed christmas serv…”
"A Love and Justice Christmas" by Rev. Michael Brown
Dec 12, 2021 · hope and light, the beloved community
Advent & Christmas
“doing a sound check should i let me know when well if you can hear me and when to move to the next microphone testing testing this morning we are lig…”
"Transgender Day of Remembrance" (prerecorded) by Rev. Omega Burckhardt
Nov 21, 2021 · hope and light, the beloved community
Evangelism & MissionGender & Sexuality / InclusionBeloved Community
“j wright jasmine kennedy so how could anyone ever tell you you were anything less than beautiful how could anyone <br> how could anyone fail to notic…”
"Transgender Day of Remembrance" (livestream)
Nov 21, 2021 · hope and light, the beloved community
Faith & Civic LifeGender & Sexuality / InclusionDaniel
"An Elephant on the Patio" by Rev. Michael Brown
Nov 14, 2021 · unitarian universalism
Joy & GratitudeUnitarian Universalist Identity
"Celebration Sunday"
Nov 7, 2021 · unitarian universalism
Racial JusticeStewardship & Giving
“org donations or by check please designate generosity offering to access our social hour at 12 30 find the link in the comments or the order of servi…”
"Worth, Dignity and Justice for Real" by Rev. Michael Brown with SOLOACE & JTW
Oct 31, 2021 · unitarian universalism
Unitarian Universalist IdentityBeloved Community1st Principle: Inherent Worth & Dignity
“org donations or by check please designate generosity offering media and los comentarios cervicio <br> to access our social hour at 12 30 find the li…”
"Honoring Ancestors and Loved Ones" by Dr. Omega Burckhardt
Oct 24, 2021 · hope and light, the beloved community
Holy Spirit
"The Joys of Generosity" by Rev. Michael Brown
Oct 10, 2021 · unitarian universalism
Unitarian Universalist Identity
“thank you whoops what's good <br> ah uh uh <br> foreign so so <br> so so so <br> hi friends you may have heard it said that one should not discuss re…”
"Navigating the Swells" by Dr. Omega Burckhardt
Oct 3, 2021 · power between ideas
Stewardship & Giving
"Activism Con Amor" by Rev. Michael Brown
Sep 26, 2021 · hope and light, the beloved community
Poverty & CompassionFriendship & Belonging
“m for south bay find the link in the comments or the order of service and make sure you use the password 09 26 20 21 that's today 09 26 20 21 we hope…”
"Closing Down Hell" by Rev. Michael Brown
Sep 19, 2021 · unitarian universalism
Faith & Civic Life
"Both Sides Now" / Ahora ambos iados" by Rev. Jim Grant
Sep 5, 2021
Bible & ExpositionReason & Free Inquiry
"The Church That We Will Become Will Catch Us" by Rev. Arvid Straube, Guest Minister
Aug 29, 2021
Suffering & PerseveranceSalvation & GraceRacial Justice
"The Way of Being That Makes All the Difference" by Rev. Kathleen Owens
Aug 22, 2021
Thanksgiving & HarvestJoy & Gratitude
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"Coming of Age" by Käthe Larick and Mary Carter-Vail
Aug 8, 2021
Unitarian Universalist IdentityRacial Justice
“what's good ah <br> yes so cheers <br> so good morning my name is mary carter vale i am the director of religious exploration for summit unitarian ve…”
"The Highest Common Calling" by Rev. Kathleen Owens
Jul 18, 2021
Racial JusticeGender & Sexuality / Inclusion
“b johnson read by cinna and sugar bear one spring day heather decided to build a cabin he borrowed an axe and cut down 12 trees and he cut the logs i…”
"PRIDE Service: ... None of Us Free" by Rev. Adam Dyer
Jul 11, 2021
Evangelism & MissionGender & Sexuality / Inclusion
“we move to monday so as not to conflict with social hour or other church meetings the link is in the order of service and in the weekly newsletter th…”
General Assembly Worship Service Sunday 6/27/2021
Jun 27, 2021
Racial Justice
“wow so so so now <br> um wow so so so uh so <br> welcome everyone to the sunday morning worship service at the 2021 general assembly my name is jenni…”
FUUSD Annual Congregational Meeting 06-20-2021
Jun 20, 2021
Faith & DoubtUnitarian Universalist IdentityRacial Justice
“the first line first two lines are the general fund and the general fund surplus which we use for operations of the church the next line plant includ…”
"Immersed" by Rev. Tania Y. Márquez
Jun 20, 2021
Thanksgiving & HarvestFriendship & BelongingRacial Justice
“m to access find the link in the comments or in the order of service and make sure to use the password 0620 2021 0 6 2 0 20 21 there won't be a socia…”
"It's Both 'Goodbye' and 'I Hope To See You Again, Soon-ish'" by Matthew Waterman
Jun 13, 2021
Identity & WorthStewardship & Giving
"You've Got the Power" by Rev. Kathleen Owens
Jun 6, 2021
Stewardship & GivingPeace & Nonviolence
"Real Community: Messy, Imperfect and Needed" by Rev. Kathleen Owens and Leaders
May 23, 2021
Peace & NonviolenceFaith & Civic LifeRacial Justice
Mid-Week Moment: Walk & Breathe
May 19, 2021
Peace & Nonviolence
"Owning Your Identity" by Matthew Waterman
May 16, 2021
Joy & GratitudeGender & Sexuality / InclusionIdentity & Worth
“in english a people of open minds loving hearts s today we present an award to a longtime volunteer at first church a distinguished service award to…”
Mid-Week Moment 5/12/21
May 12, 2021
Service & Spiritual Gifts
"The 8th Principle: Building the Beloved Community" by Paula Cole Jones
May 9, 2021
Racial Justice
"Creating Our/Selves" by The Earth Centered Spirituality Circle
May 2, 2021
Creation CareRacial Justice
"Communal Creativity" by Matthew Waterman
Apr 25, 2021
Gender & Sexuality / InclusionSalvation & GraceUnitarian Universalist Identity
“m the link is in the order of service and in the weekly newsletter of the window today's compassionate listener is elise ford please join me in the s…”
"The Real Miracle" by Rev. Tania Y. Márquez
Apr 18, 2021
Creation CareGrief & LamentInterdependence & Nature
“the link is in the order of service and in the weekly newsletter the window today's compassion corner listener is lisa thirne please join me in the s…”
Mid-Week Moment 4/14/21 - Jokes
Apr 14, 2021
Identity & Worth
What Are You Looking For? / ¿Qué estás buscando? by the First UU San Diego Worship Team
Apr 4, 2021
Unitarian Universalist IdentityResurrection & EasterJoy & Gratitude
Mid-Week Moment 4/1/21
Apr 1, 2021
Joy & Gratitude
Mid-Week Moment
Mar 24, 2021
Identity & Worth
"A Fragmented Altar" by Rev. Dr. William G. Sinkford
Mar 21, 2021
Creation CareRacial Justice
Mid-Week Moment 3/17/21
Mar 17, 2021
Racial Justice
"Listening to Voices, Seeking Wisdom" by Rev. Kathleen Owens
Mar 14, 2021
Poverty & Compassion
Mid-Week Moment: Maps
Mar 10, 2021
Creation Care
"Finding Prophecy" by Matthew Waterman
Mar 7, 2021
Prophecy & End TimesPoverty & CompassionAddiction & Recovery
Shirt-Folding Gratitude
Mar 3, 2021
Thanksgiving & Harvest
"Strength to Love, Part 2" by Rev. Kathleen Owens
Feb 28, 2021
Forgiveness & Reconciliation
Mid-Week Moment: The Lord Bless You And Keep You
Feb 26, 2021
Doxology & Benediction
"The Longest Journey"/"El viaje más largo" by Rev. Tania Y. Márquez
Feb 21, 2021
Spiritual GrowthFriendship & BelongingChurch Life & Membership
"Lovin' Ain't (Always) Easy" by Matthew Waterman
Feb 7, 2021
Church Life & MembershipPoverty & CompassionIdentity & Worth
"On the Verge..." by Rev. Kathleen Owens
Jan 31, 2021
Poverty & CompassionChurch Life & Membership
"Bold Dreaming/ Soñar aduaz" 1/24/21
Jan 19, 2021
Poverty & CompassionChurch Life & MembershipRacial Justice
Oct 22, 2020 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Unitarian Universalist IdentityChurch Life & MembershipCreation Care
“Brothers and sisters, I come to announce to you some rather alarming news.”
Oct 22, 2020 · living our values
Faith & Civic LifeUnitarian Universalist IdentityCreation & Eden
“Christianity is said to have begun The first from the book of acts.”
Oct 22, 2020 · church membership welcome sunday
Beloved CommunitySpiritual GrowthRacial Justice
Oct 22, 2020 · our church family
Spiritual GrowthEvangelism & MissionChurch Life & Membership
“I also got an entree And all the social justice And social change routes in san diego that I visited.”
Oct 22, 2020
Stewardship & GivingUnitarian Universalist IdentitySpiritual Growth
“We will now receive An offering.”
May 7, 2006
Addiction & RecoverySpiritual GrowthFear & Anxiety
“This man was Help with his addiction Because He joined a Group Sinking deep spirituality call, the oxford movement in england, and he was did have a…”
Apr 30, 2006
Unitarian Universalist IdentityNoah & the FloodSin & Repentance
“For unitarian universalist, of course, our particular way of being in religious community as a challenge for some, Because we don't offer simple answ…”
Apr 23, 2006 · church membership welcome sunday
Evangelism & MissionUnitarian Universalist IdentityReason & Free Inquiry
“This is the place that gave me the opportunity to grow spiritually, That restored my faith in the institutional church Through pastoral counseling, a…”
Apr 16, 2006
Resurrection & EasterSpiritual GrowthBaptism & Communion
“But he thought they needed a ritual to show the beauty of their new faith, And so he invented the flower communion, where people would bring a flower…”
Apr 9, 2006
Forgiveness & ReconciliationPalm Sunday / Triumphal EntryParenting & Children
Apr 2, 2006
Suffering & PerseveranceStewardship & GivingSpiritual Growth
“The blood actually taught That clinging Is the cause of suffering And liberation in from suffering.”
Mar 26, 2006 · our church family
Stewardship & GivingImmigration & RefugeUnitarian Universalist Identity
“He's a recipient of many honors And awards, Including Cuu, a stewardship sermon of the year award, And the unitarian universalist Service committee v…”
Mar 19, 2006
Creation CareHumanismLoneliness & Isolation
Mar 12, 2006
The Ten CommandmentsPeace & NonviolenceSin & Repentance
“Doesn't matter what language You use, Whether it's the language of the great monotheistic traditions- Judaism, Christianity, Islam- Whether it's the…”
Mar 5, 2006
MarriageCreation CarePoverty & Compassion
“I invite you to join me in contemplating ways that we can protect the interdependence e of all life, If not me, If not now.”
Feb 26, 2006
Racial JusticePeace & NonviolenceUnitarian Universalist Identity
“The very day that the nazis marched in They're working tables, many to escape to the us And gave rise to the establishment of the unitarian service c…”
Feb 19, 2006
Unitarian Universalist IdentityParenting & ChildrenThanksgiving & Harvest
“So honoring our fathers and mothers, That's For adults.”
Feb 12, 2006 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Fear & AnxietyFaith & DoubtIdentity & Worth
“I thought many times we shouldn't forget How fortunate we are to live in a country where we can eventually- and unfortunately into many cases much to…”
Feb 5, 2006
Revelation / End VisionSin & RepentanceCreation Care
“Buy an elder of the church named John Who, during one of the sporadic persecutions of christians during that time, Was, because of his leadership pos…”
Jan 22, 2006
Sabbath & RestCreation CareFriendship & Belonging
“There's one Time-honored method That, in judeo-christian tradition in the past, had a sacred status, And that is a keeping of the sabbath, of taking…”
Jan 8, 2006
JosephThe Ten CommandmentsFaith & Civic Life
“I take comfort From the words of technican Who reminds us that if we Follow the north star Consistently And with discipline, We'll never reach it, Bu…”
Dec 25, 2005
Advent & ChristmasFaith & Civic LifeSpiritual Growth
“A stingy heart Will not grow spiritually Because we live in a universe full of wonder, Anna, in abundance, A feeling of scarcity shut Down our humani…”
Dec 4, 2005 · church god jesus gospel spirit
The ExodusUnitarian Universalist IdentitySuffering & Perseverance
“And then the bush said: So, moses, I want you to go to Egypt And confront the most powerful man in the world, the pharaoh of egypt, And I want you to…”
Nov 27, 2005
Joy & GratitudeFaith & DoubtSuffering & Perseverance
“How do we celebrate a meal with our family As we sink Of the hundreds of thousands of families displaced from their homes and loved ones this year By…”
Nov 20, 2005 · our church family
Spiritual GrowthFaith & DoubtThanksgiving & Harvest
“If you are ready to enter and celebrate with us This new play along your spiritual path, If you are eager to rededicate yourselves to the lifelong se…”
Nov 20, 2005
The Ten CommandmentsBible & ExpositionFriendship & Belonging
Nov 13, 2005
Poverty & CompassionWork & VocationFaith & Civic Life
Oct 16, 2005 · forgiveness working through pain conflict
Abraham & IsaacForgiveness & Reconciliation
“I hear about people who have forgiven and established a friendship in prison With people who have killed their children.”
Oct 9, 2005 · government freedom elections civil rights
Racial JusticeFriendship & BelongingPluralism & Interfaith
“And the civil rights movement happen When actually you know she was a secretary nwacp, she's gone to training in the highlander center.”
Oct 2, 2005 · standing on the side of love
Salvation & GraceUnitarian Universalist IdentityCrucifixion & Atonement
“My best friend from junior and senior high school was glenn.”
Sep 18, 2005
Faith & Civic Life
Sep 11, 2005 · humanist human think rational
Suffering & PerseveranceCreation CareEntire Sanctification
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