Personal Theology-Julian of Norwich: Wisdom in a time of Pandemic and Beyond, Rev. Dr. Matthew Fox

10 Oct

Personal Theology-Julian of Norwich: Wisdom in a time of Pandemic and Beyond, Rev. Dr. Matthew Fox

October 10, 2021    
9:30 am - 10:45 am
9:30 a.m. UUCB is honored that once again the wonderful human being known as Rev. Dr. Matthew Fox will be presenting to our congregation from his new book, "Julian of Norwich: Wisdom in a time of Pandemic and Beyond," Please join us at 9:20 a.m. for this fascinating discussion by Rev. Fox. Click the heading above for the full description and link.

Personal Theology: “The Rudderless Boat–Images that Guide Us.” Presenter, Sue Ellen Parkinson

31 Oct

Personal Theology: "The Rudderless Boat--Images that Guide Us." Presenter, Sue Ellen Parkinson

October 31, 2021    
9:30 am - 10:45 am
9:30 a.m. Sue Ellen Parkinson is a visionary artist who explores the Sacred Feminine through her paintings. Coming from outside the Christian tradition, her work has led her on an unexpected journey that has profoundly changed her life. Her dream-like paintings, are interesting from both a spiritual and cultural perspective. Click the heading above for the link to the meeting.

Personal Theology-“Trying Once Again to Say Who We Are.” Presenter, Rev. Jay Atkinson

07 Nov

Personal Theology-"Trying Once Again to Say Who We Are." Presenter, Rev. Jay Atkinson

November 7, 2021    
9:30 am - 10:30 am
9:30 The UUA Principles are once again up for revision with a commission charged to propose an update to Article II of the UUA bylaws.  Why "principles"?  Why not values, or covenants, or commitments?  And where do our present UUA principles come from?  Rev'd Jay will offer a historical look at all this and raise some questions about what's transient and what's permanent in the identity of our UU tradition. Click the heading above for the Link.

Personal Theology – “We Have It In Us to Heal: Ancestral Memory, Tribalism and Finding Our Way Forward in the Half-light and Dark” – Wyndy Knox Carr

21 Nov

Personal Theology - "We Have It In Us to Heal: Ancestral Memory, Tribalism and Finding Our Way Forward in the Half-light and Dark" - Wyndy Knox Carr

November 21, 2021    
9:30 am - 10:45 am
9:30 a.m. UUCB member, Wyndy Knox Carr will give her Personal Theology, "We Have It In Us to Heal: Ancestral Memory, Tribalism and Finding ThOur Way Forward in the Half-light and Dark."  Wyndy will reconnect us to our deepest bio-cultural roots as UUs, in the U.S. and on Mother Earth. Wyndy's talk will convince us that, "We're not crazy after all," and we might just be able to evolve our way out of this IF we return to our roots, intuitions and caring for one another as 'humane' beings." Click the heading above for the Zoom Link and full description.

Personal Theology – ‘Joy in Difficult Times,’ Presenter, James Baraz, Founding Teacher of Spirit Rock Meditation Center

05 Dec

Personal Theology - ‘Joy in Difficult Times,’ Presenter, James Baraz, Founding Teacher of Spirit Rock Meditation Center

December 5, 2021    
9:30 am - 10:45 am
9:30 a.m. James Baraz is well known to many members and friends of UUCB.  He is a founding teacher of Spirit Rock Meditation Center and has taught mindfulness meditation since 1978.  He is the author of two books:  Awakening Joy, which he co-authored with Shoshana Alexander; and Awakening Joy for Kids. This is a rare opportunity to hear James speak on this topic, of "Joy in Difficult Times." Click the heading above for more description and the Zoom link.

Personal Theology – Yoga as a Spiritual Practice, Presenter, Kenneth Marino, Ministerial Intern

19 Dec

Personal Theology - Yoga as a Spiritual Practice, Presenter, Kenneth Marino, Ministerial Intern

December 19, 2021    
9:30 am - 10:45 am
9:30 a.m. Kenneth Marino, former Ministerial Intern at UUCB will present on the topic of "Yoga as a Spiritual Practice." Ken has been studying Yoga for forty years and will offer his insights and experiences into this most ancient tradition. Ken is from New York and completed his Master of Divinity degree at Drew University. He is an author, musician, yoga teacher, and a Reiki Master. Please take this opportunity to get to know more about the power of Yoga for our mental, physical and emotional health. Click the heading for more information and the Zoom link.

Personal Theology – “Care First, Jail Last,” Rabbi Harry Manhoff

23 Jan

Personal Theology - "Care First, Jail Last," Rabbi Harry Manhoff

January 23, 2022    
9:30 am - 10:45 am
9:30 a.m. This year Rabbi Manhoff will speak to us about "Care First, Jail Last," an Alameda interfaith coalition to take some money from the Sheriff's jail budget and redirect it to community mental health programs and facilities.  Rabbi Manhoff will present the Jewish spiritual view of mental health services versus incarceration.  Click heading for the LINK.

Personal Theology – CANCELLED–for Feb 6 2022, will be rescheduled to another date

06 Feb

Personal Theology - CANCELLED--for Feb 6 2022, will be rescheduled to another date

February 6, 2022    
9:30 am - 10:45 am
9:30 a.m. As many of you know, the Widening the Circle of Concern task force has been working for many months on this topic of widening the circle of concern for UUCB. Their dedication, thoughtfulness, and hard work has resulted in an astounding report that is available on our website for congregants to read. Rev. Michelle will expand on this topic of Widening the Circle of Concern, which is also the theme for the month of February. Click the heading above for the link.

Personal Theology – From Physics to Metaphysics: A Seeker’s Journey, Rev. Dr. Jay Atkinson

27 Feb

Personal Theology - From Physics to Metaphysics: A Seeker’s Journey, Rev. Dr. Jay Atkinson

February 27, 2022    
9:30 am - 10:45 am
9:30 a.m. Using his own journey from physics to UU ministry as a springboard, Jay will share some (always tentative) reflections on the “big questions” of human understanding—those perennial existential, theological, and moral conundrums that perplex us. Along the way he will touch on ideas about God, evil, love, interconnection, and the fundamental nature of reality.  This is a not to be missed Personal Theology. Click the heading above for the link.

Personal Theology – Spiritual Journey of UUCB Worship Associates – Don, Jason and Sarah

06 Mar

Personal Theology - Spiritual Journey of UUCB Worship Associates - Don, Jason and Sarah

March 6, 2022    
9:30 am - 10:45 am
9:30 a.m. Personal Theology is delighted to have UUCB's Worship Associates: Sarah Ward, Don Klose and Jason Russell present on March 6, 2022.  They will explore the interplay of science and faith in their lives and spiritual journeys.