Sports have often been a metaphor for war and an outlet for human aggression and competition. In this fourth book in the Harry Potter series, J.K. Rowling intentionally blurs the line between "fictional" and real violence. In our own lives, we see that the rules of civility and order have begun to break down and that many Americans are forming opposing and radicalized camps. What are the signs of this happening? What does it call us to pay attention to?
During this multigenerational service we honor the lives of our loved ones who have died.
Bob Dylan became known in part for his “protest” music, but much of what he called for was for people to be aware of the patterns of obliviousness, apathy, and indifference around them. These past several months, members of All Souls have worked to become more aware of the cries of people of color and their needs. Hear their self-reflections about this learning journey.
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Hear our journeyers from General Assembly share what they have learned about the practices of Unitarian Universalism as we face the rise to meet the challenges and opportunities of 2017.
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As a small association of congregations, it can be easy to assume that the UUA does “not really matter.” Historically, we have always made a difference, even with our small numbers. The same is still true today. As Congregational Life Staff for the MidAmerica Region of the UUA, Rev. Sharon Dittmar regularly observes the difference our congregations make, especially in our evolving political landscape. Rev. Dittmar shares thoughts about what we do well, and what we can do better for our faith and our communities, as well as the important role that All Souls plays in Indianapolis.
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Binary thinking is ingrained in us from a young age, especially when it comes to gender. Guest speaker Theo Ciccarelli Cornetta grows your understanding of transgender identities, needs, and justice-making asks.
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Our youth this year have been engaging in the study of racialization. Hear them share their insights, concerns, passions, and inquiries during this youth-led service.
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Anita Joshi MD, member of the Hindu Temple of Central Indiana, discusses the Hindu principle of Ahimsa. Dr. Joshi is a pediatrician and teaches the middle school youth at the Temple.
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Most of us are familiar with the Golden Rule, "Treat others the way that you would like to be treated." This is a powerful philosophy, and can often function as a compassionate check on our individual words and actions in many situations. However, in today's rapidly diversifying world, is it enough? Guest speaker Aaron Kesher from Minneapolis-based deepSEE Consulting addresses this topic in connection with the larger idea of cultural competence, one definition of which is "the conscious mitigation of unconscious bias." No matter who we are, gaining a deeper understanding of our own cultural selves can and will lead to more effective, comfortable, and authentic communication with those who are different than us, whatever form those differences may take.
(Due to the longer than usual service, the speech was not captured in its entirety)
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Shari Wagner talks about the spiritual aspects of writing poetry as she reads several poems and describes the process of writing them. Ms. Wagner is the poet laureate of Indiana, and is the author of two books of poetry: The Harmonist at Nightfall: Poems of Indiana and Evening Chore. She is also co-author of her father's medical memoirs, Making the Rounds and A Hundred Camels. She teaches poetry and memoir writing for the Indiana Writers Center and lives in Westfield, Indiana. Her laureate website is www.throughthesycamores.
Fran Quigley, Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law professor and author, address three main points during this Labor Day service: 1) Living wages are good for our community from an economic perspective, 2) Living wages are good for our community from a moral and spiritual perspective, and 3) We all have an opportunity to stand in solidarity with our working brothers and sisters fighting for a living wage in our own community.
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This coming November a number of counties in the Indianapolis metro area will vote on a referendum supporting the expansion of our public transit system. This is a public development project, but how is it also an economic justice project? Bryan Luellen, IndyGo'sDirector of Public Affairs, shares the answer with us.
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The Stonewall riots are widely considered to constitute the single most important event leading to the gay liberation movement and the modern fight for LGBTQ rights in the United States, but this encounter wasn't about LGBTQ rights alone. It is also an example of intersectionality and an interesting example of protest movements generally. Let us learn more about Stonewall and its impact, and what lessons it still teaches us.
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The faith world is increasingly multi-faith, with people crossing borders of religion and spiritual practice to create wholeness in their lives individually and collectively. Hear our members speak about their experiences at General Assembly and in welcoming his Holiness the Dalai Lama to Indianapolis. Let us reflect together on how people of many faiths can worship together, learn from one another, and create a new vision of faith.
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Indiana Religious Coalition for Reproductive Justice co-presidents, Dr. Sue Ellen Braunlin and Carolyn Meagher, answer these essential, guiding questions: Why is reproductive justice a human right? What may each of us do to support reproductive justice to augment humanity?
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During this multigenerational service, we recognized those reaching key milestones as members of All Souls. Hear what it has meant to them to be part of All Souls.
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One of the most significant and humbling acts is to witness another's life unfold. This Sunday we learn from our Coming of Age youth as they share their credos, or statements of belief, with us, and as we honor their engagement with our shared faith.
This is Part 1 of 2, the 9:00am service.
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One of the most significant and humbling acts is to witness another's life unfold. This Sunday we learn from our Coming of Age youth as they share their credos, or statements of belief, with us, and as we honor their engagement with our shared faith.
This is Part 2 of 2, the 11:00am service.
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When your soul is put to the test, how will you respond? Chris Leeuw will be sharing his experience as a quadriplegic, and his journey back from complete paralysis. When coping with a broken body and mind, you are pushed to the limit physically, mentally, and emotionally. We all face adversity. Will it empower you or shackle you?
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Megan Hochbein talks about what a refugee is, the process of resettlement in the U.S., the courage and resilience of refugees, and how to join in the welcome of refugees to Central Indiana. Ms. Hoschbein is the Director of Outreach & Immigration
with Exodus Refugee Immigration, Inc.
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Members of small groups and chalice circles share their experiences.
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Phil and Joanne Roudebush recently returned from a trip to Nicaragua, where they were part of a Fair Trade delegation sponsored by the Equal Exchange Cooperative. Phil shares what he learned about social justice.
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Short message by Reverend Anastassia Zinke followed by the blessing of animals brought by All Souls congregants from August 23rd, 2015
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