July 6: State of the UU(CVH)

This Sunday Discussion will focus on the future of our UU community. Valerie will share a bit about GA as well as the Worship Committee’s plans and hopes for this year. Howard will update us on the Going Forward committee and its meeting with Kikanza Nuri-Robins. We’ll talk about possibilities, what we know so far, and what we expect for the near future. Everyone’s input is valuable as a new version of our identity arises. Presented by Valerie Weston & Howard Richman

July 13: Mindfulness Is Not a Retreat—It’s a Response

When anger arises—whether from others or within—the Buddhist path teaches us to respond with clarity, not react with heat. From the Buddha’s graceful handling of insults to the well-known story of the monk in the boat, mindfulness shows us how to meet conflict with awareness instead of ego. In this Sunday’s talk, Cesar Cardona explores how these ancient teachings align with his modern framework of Growth Mindfulness—a practice centered on calming the inner critic and choosing thoughtful response in today’s busy world. Join us for a timely reflection on presence, perception, and peace.

July 20: Magick in Our Time

We will hear from Andrew Grygus about Magick as it is practiced today in North America and the British Isles.Through history, lore, current practice and quantum physics we’ll see that in the many ways which magick is practiced, similarities are more common than differences. For a moment we’ll ponder the relationship between the mind and the universe.

July 27: Internal/External Symbiosis

Trees are of special importance to Gary Knowlton, the environment, and us. He will share an uplifting and practical approach to creating a climate of the mind, body and spirit. One that lifts us into balance, strength, joy, peace, and love overflowing: enough to share. Service, gratitude, and justice are the natural outcomes as we heal ourselves, the earth, and its ecosystems.