Topic: Philosophy

The Wheel of Fortune

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Fate and fortune have puzzled theologian, philosophers, all of humanity throughout human history. Is “what goes on here” defined by arbitrariness or is there some kind of puzzling direction to our existence? What are we to do?

I Think…Therefore I am Deluded

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According to the ancient Indian sage Patanjali, in its most basic sense, yoga is the “cessation of the turning of thought.” Yet, modern western philosophy is said to start with Descartes who uttered his famous phrase “I think, therefore I am.” Well…what are we to make of this?

The Church of the Mulligan

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A “Mulligan” in golf is a do-over. It’s your chance to, without penalty, try again when your shot goes into the next fairway, into an unforgiving patch of poison ivy, etc. This is a very good rule. How can we apply this to our work at UUMAN?

Alexa, What’s the Meaning of Life? (A Reprise!)

If you ask Alexa, “What’s the meaning of life?” she’ll give you an answer. How is that answer informed? Who is at the wheel? What are the ethics and morality in play? Could there be an agenda?

(Rev. Dave is doing a reprise of this message, as we experienced some technical difficulties when it was originally done on September 26.)

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Alexa, What’s the Meaning of Life?

If you ask Alexa, “What’s the meaning of life?” she’ll give you an answer. How is that  answer informed? Who is at the wheel? What are the ethics and morality in play? Could there be an agenda?

Lay Led Service: What is Unitarian Universalism?

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What does it mean to be a Unitarian Universalist? This question gets asked a lot, by newcomers and long-time UUs alike! As UUs, we encourage each other’s spiritual development as we search for truth and meaning. Our lay leader this week, Amanda Bralley, will share what being UU means to her, and some of our members will share their thoughts, too, so come join us on YouTube as we explore what it means to be a Unitarian Universalist.

The Slippery Slope

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During some type of argument or discussion, we’ve all likely heard someone invoke “the slippery slope.” (I’ve done it myself!)… but thinking more deeply, just what does it mean? Do slippery slopes truly exist? Are they ubiquitous? And most importantly, what do they signify for us and our community?

Parables and Portraits

Come experience the wisdom and humor of several stories from the book “Parables and Portraits” by Stephen Mitchell. Come, let us tell you a story.