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Sunday, October 5, 2014: “Spiritual Practice: Who Needs It?”

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Host: Don Morishita

Presenter:  Rev. Elizabeth Greene

The words “spiritual practice” can evoke a lot of different responses, some positive, some negative. It can mean “prayer” to some people, which brings out strong feelings of one sort or another. It can mean silent meditation to some, which appeals to some of us and terrifies others. If it means chanting “Om” for hours, many people will ridicule it.

Rev. Greene will reflect on spiritual practice this Sunday in an entirely positive way. She will share some of the thinking that says how valuable practice can be, and will lead a few simple practices. The great thing about spiritual practices is that there is no one-size-fits-all—everyone can find something to relate to. No particular theology or philosophy required!

Newcomers are always welcome. We are handicapped accessible. Please park in the front of the building.  For information, please contact Ken Whiting at 734-9161.

Sunday, September 28, 2014: “The Ultimate Question: The Meaning of Life”

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Host: Ken Whiting

The Ultimate Question: The Meaning of Life

Sunday, we will watch a video talk by Ajahn Brahmali who was born in Norway in 1964. He first became interested in Buddhism and meditation in his early 20s after a visit to Japan. Having completed degrees in engineering and finance, he began his monastic training as an anagarika (Pali: anāgārika/ā; lit., “homeless one”), a person who has given up most or all of his worldly possessions and responsibilities to commit full-time to Buddhist practice. It is a midway status between monk and layperson where one takes on the Eight Precepts.

Ajahn Brahmāli teaches the monastic rules and gives Pali (the ancient language of the Buddha) classes to the monks and anagarikas at Bodhinyana Monastery.

Ajahn Brahmāli’s clear and thoughtful talks make the teachings of the Buddha accessible to all.

He teaches regularly in Singapore.

Newcomers are always welcome. We are handicapped accessible. Please park in the front of the building.

Sunday, September 21, 2014: “Exiting The Waiting Place”

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Host: Dale Bostock

Presenter: Julie Merrick

The waiting place is useless because it spoils the present moment. It holds our attention on lack and so feeds a constant dissatisfaction with what is. This is not a happy anticipation of what is coming, but a mindset that our life is never enough. But how does one stop believing that the next moment will be more fulfilling than this one? How do we exit the waiting place? Please join us for a discussion that addresses these questions and offers ideas for shifting our perceptions.

The Magic Valley Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship meets every Sunday beginning at 10:30 AM at the Twin Falls Senior Center, 530 Shoshone Street West in Twin Falls.

Newcomers are always welcome. We are handicapped accessible. Please park in the front of the building.

Sunday, September 14, 2014: “Spirituality and the Well Within”

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Host: Karen Fothergill

A Video Presentation by Rev. Andrew C. Kennedy
2014 Minister Emeritus
First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee

We want to experience the well within, the “deep down freshness,”that renews, restores, and sustains us.
We want to experience a meaningful connection — to others, to the world, to nature, and to the larger cosmos. Moreover, we want to experience something of the mystery and poignancy of life — and to drink deeply of it. Join us for this presentation and discussion.

The Magic Valley Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship meets every Sunday beginning at 10:30 AM at the Twin Falls Senior Center, 530 Shoshone Street West in Twin Falls. Newcomers are always welcome. Child care is available.

For information, please contact Ken Whiting at 734-9161.

Sunday, September 7, 2014: “Where is Our Holy Church?”

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Host/Presenter*: Rev. Elizabeth Greene

Rev. Elizabeth Greene takes her sermon title from a classic Unitarian Universalist hymn, “Where Is Our Holy Church?” This is a particularly good question for a faith tradition that values deeds over creeds, and love over law, a tradition that expects each soul to find her or his own path to Mystery. Rev. Greene will explore the values that make Unitarian Universalism a spiritual path for our time: nurturing the soul and helping heal the world.

* This will be the first service presented by our new minister, Rev. Elizabeth Greene.

Newcomers are always welcome. Child care is available.

Sunday, August 24, 2014: “Are We Christians Too?

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Host/Presenter: Ken Whiting

Our sermon this Sunday was delivered Sunday, August 24, 2013, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Marlin Lavanhar, Senior Minister.  When people first hear about our fellowship, they can sometimes be confused and wonder, “What kind of church or fellowship is the Unitarian Universalist faith really?” How can a church actually affirm and celebrate Atheists, Agnostics, Humanist and theological Naturalists and other religious thought all under one roof? Rev. Marlin Lavanhar will attempt to answer this question in the video we will view this Sunday. Please visit us this Sunday and bring a friend who may have similar questions.

The Magic Valley Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship meets every Sunday beginning at 10:30 AM at the Twin Falls Senior Center, 530 Shoshone Street West in Twin Falls.

Newcomers are always welcome. Child care is available. Please Park in the front of the building.