Letting Go of Regret
Ralph Waldo Emerson’s wisdom and words inspire todays service topic:
Finish every day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities have crept in; forget them as soon as you can.
Topic: Intention
Challenge of Having a Happy New Year
It’s the second Sunday of January, 2026, and if you’re thinking about calling it quits on your resolutions, don’t! This Sunday is a good day to jump back in!
Help UUCN welcome our newest speaker, Rev. William Zelazny, as he helps us pick up the “Challenge of Having a Happy New Year.”
Hope Grows in the Soil of Uncertainty
Incremental acts of courage, love, interdependence, generosity, and grace are the small drops that wear away stones, carve new landscapes into immovable mountains, and by torrents of popular will, cause sudden changes in the world.
Gratitude is More than an Attitude
Gratitude is more than a fleeting feeling; it’s an attitude and a way of life that involves acknowledging the tangible and intangible, often leading to a desire to give back to others.
This mindset can be cultivated through reflection, recognizing your dependence on others and the world around you, and expressing thankfulness.
“Presence and Listening 2”
A few weeks ago, we explored the meaning of Presence and Listening. We talked about slowing down, grounding ourselves, and practicing sacred attention—being fully here, body and soul. Today, we continue that conversation. This time, we go deeper. Because once we begin to live in presence – once we make room to truly listen – … Continue reading “Presence and Listening 2”
“Compassionate Transformation”
Today, we turn our hearts and minds toward Compassionate Transformation — the idea that compassion is not only a feeling or a response to suffering but also a catalyst for deep change in ourselves, in our relationships, and in our world. We live in a time when compassion is often portrayed as weakness, tenderness as … Continue reading “Compassionate Transformation”
“Live Out of Your Imagination, Not Your History”
Imagination has the power to reshape boundaries, ignite creativity, and help us dream beyond past limitations. Drawing on wisdom from Covey, Einstein, and lived experience, Rev. Dianne encourages us to live with possibility and boldness, guided by the Spirit of Love.
January 26, 2026 – Smaller & Quieter Acts of Resistance and Inspiration
Small resistance these days looks like turning people away from your door who are supporting or promoting racist, transphobic, or inhumane policies. It looks like naming -isms and -phobias in real time and learning together. It means holding congresspeople accountable who make decisions that harm our fellow perfectly imperfect humans or our fragile, beloved planet.
Hope is Power
Hope is more than a wish — it is a spiritual force that empowers imagination, honesty, and resilience. Rev. Dianne invites us to cultivate hope as a daily practice that strengthens commitment, fuels justice, and lights the path forward. One of the most impactful feelings you’ll ever experience is hope. Hope occurs when we center … Continue reading Hope is Power
“The Power of Memory: A Harvest of Grace”
Memory grounds us in gratitude, connects us with ancestors, and offers grace in both remembering and forgetting. Rev. Dianne explores how recalling our roots — and releasing what no longer serves — helps us live with purpose, love, and resilience. We’ve all been there: kicking ourselves because we can’t remember someone’s name or an “important” … Continue reading “The Power of Memory: A Harvest of Grace”