Starr King Unitarian Universalist Church

Nestled in the Womb of the Stars

Led by Rev. Joy Atkinson - When we are faced with crises—either personal or global—how do we find comfort for ourselves, and how can we comfort others? This is an auction sermon, purchased by Nancy Harrison at the last service auction.

Building the Beloved Community

Led by Rev. Maria Cristina Vlassidis Burgoa. 
We are the ones we've been waiting for: Building the Beloved Community through shared ministry

Abundant Love

Led by ministerial candidate Rev. Maria Cristina Vlassidis Burgoa.

The power of abundant love: Transforming scarcity mentality into abundance and gratitude

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST JOURNEYS: LIVING THE QUESTIONS

Rev. Joy Atkinson

What constitutes a distinctly Unitarian Universalist spiritual journey? Join us for an interactive service exploring the “path with heart”—Unitarian Universalism.

Re-Weaving the Web Part II

Re-Weaving the Web Part II

Led by Rev. Joy Atkinson

The seventh principle of our Association calls upon to affirm the “interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.” As a species, we have been responsible for tearing at the strands of the delicate web of life that sustains us on our planet, through such phenomena as global warming, extinction of species, oil spills, ozone depletion. What can we do to repair some of the damage?

Hungry for Truth

Led by Laura Thompson

Our fourth principle promotes a free and responsible search for truth and meaning in our lives. Join pulpit guest Laura Thompson as she shares a theological recipe for finding truth.

Laura Thompson is currently serving as the Ministerial Intern and Campus Minister at the UU Church of Davis.

COMPASSION, COMMUNITY AND THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS

Led by Rev. Joy Atkinson,

UU Service Committee Justice Sunday – In a nation obsessed with consumerism, which measures success by the gross national product, what has happened to compassion, sharing and a sense of community?  What did our nation’s founders mean by “the pursuit of happiness?” The collection this Sunday will support the work of the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee.

APRIL’S FOOL: THE COMIC AND THE COSMIC

By Rev. Joy Atkinson

Laughter is good for the body, the soul and the community, and the comic spirit can be a vehicle for self-transcendence. There is so much to be serious about—the sorry state of politics, the urgent needs of the world, our personal troubles, losses and worries. This Sunday, let’s put our concerns aside for a moment, explore the comic spirit, and usher in the month of April with a bit of mirth.

Hope Is The Thing With Feathers - Easter

Led by Rev. Joy Atkinson
Join us as we celebrate Easter and hope with song, story and a homily. Our children will participate in the service for an extended time, and will then enjoy an Easter Egg hunt.

Cross and Crossraods - Palm Sunday

Led by Rev. Joy Atkinson
The symbol of the cross is older than Christianity and rich with layers of meaning. Join us as we explore and celebrate Palm Sunday, and the “crossroads experiences” in our lives.