Israelites living under the control of the Ancient Greek Empire experienced a great deal of pressure to assimilate to the dominant Greek culture.  Today, many ethnic minorities also experience pressure to assimilate and adopt European cultural traditions.  Dr. Vincent Wimbash counters that we should intentionally disrupt this pattern.  Let us consider this history and Wimbash's recommendations.  Rev. Zinke, preaching.

All Souls Unitarian Church, Indianapolis, IN

Even though 99% of UUs general identify as "white," we do not need to have a mono-culture. In fact, diversity is the heritage of the religious freedom at the heart of Unitarian Universalism. How can this heritage of freedom inspire us to express openly our various cultural identities and welcome all people as blessings? Rev. Zinke, preaching.

All Souls Unitarian Church, Indianapolis, IN

On this 15th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, let us remember how this act of terrorism has shaped us as Americans. What does this heritage ask of us now? Rev. Zinke preaching.

All Souls Unitarian Church, Indianapolis, IN.

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.

All Souls Unitarian Church, Indianapolis, IN.