with Worship Associate Lula Beatty “It takes a village,” is a well-known African proverb often applied to raising children, and yet adults also need community to thrive. Faith formation and spiritual development for adults, youth, and children matter more than ever. What do our new values call us to learn? How can we serve the … Continue reading Annie Bizzell Jordan: Faith Formation for Transformation
How do we live a life that is Spiritually Audacious? Nikki Giovanni challenged norms, spoke truth to power, and pursued justice with conviction. As a poet, writer, commentator, activist and educator, she taught us much about having a bold, fearless approach to life. Join us in appreciating the richness of her life, her work, and her … Continue reading Nikki Giovanni: Her Artistry, Her Life, Her Times
with Worship Associate Jim Flaherty Every time we come together in community, we sing hymns in celebration. They surround us with warmth and comfort in their familiarity. But they also unify us in our pledge to uphold the vision for peace and justice and to live our commitment to love. Come sing with us! Streaming … Continue reading Upholding Our Vision Through Song: The Power of Hymns
with Worship Associate Carol Boston For many years, higher education has generally supported values of equity, pluralism, and transformation. Is that still so today? Join Ken Redd, Senior Director, Research and Policy Analysis at the National Association of College and University Business Officers, in a consideration of the changing ways that people have come to … Continue reading Is College Still Worth It? Reflections on 30 Years of Study and Change in Higher Education
with Worship Associate Anne Hoover We’ll share how our being present to the living world can give us presents. After the service, please join us over snacks for informal conversation. Streaming to our FaceBook page, on Zoom and in person held at: University Christian Church 6800 Adelphi Road Hyattsville, MD Order of Service
