Fourth Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Westchester

Zen culture enjoys a rich history of teaching dharma through profound storytelling.  Come and spend some time with Rev. Paul Tesshin Silverman as he shares some of his favorite stories and the meanings behind them.  

“As you live deeper in the heart, the mirror gets cleaner and cleaner.” - Rumi

 

Rev. Lane Cobb is an author, coach and ordained interfaith, inter-spiritual minister committed to educating and uplifting those seeking to live a more authentic, spirit-filled life. Her video dialogue Race Talk Revolution offers people of diverse backgrounds an opportunity to engage in courageous conversations about race and cultivate partnerships for exploring antiracist activism.

 

The "storm" or crisis we face may be of a personal, a public health, or even an institutional nature.  What strategies can we use to develop and cultivate resilience? Can we be both prepared and peaceful? (Based on the work of Rev. Tracy Mehr-Muska) (3/8/2020)

How did this artist, a gay Jewish intellectual from Brooklyn, come, through his film and concert scores, to be identified with the Quintessential American music. Was he a “communist”? Did he live in Peekskill? Discover a few “simple gifts” as answers and in listening. (2/23/2020)

Personal reflections by members and friends on the influence of love in their lives. (2/16/2020)

"We affirm and promote journeying towards spiritual wholeness by working to build a diverse, multicultural, Beloved Community by our actions that accountably dismantle racism and other oppressions in ourselves and our institutions."  What is the story behind this proposed Principle? What does it require of us? Do we really need another Principle? (2/9/2020)

The 3R’s are a way to increase Focus, Concentration, and Productivity.  They are critical for success in all endeavors including spiritual practice.  Rev. Silverman remained in Japan for almost 14 years and became the first non-Japanese person to become the Abbot of a Zen Temple in Japan. (1/26/2020)

You can't sugar coat it, a more complete telling of the Montgomery Bus Boycott.  Beth Woogen presents a service about civil rights activist Rosa Parks. (1/19/2020)

The Social Justice Committee presents thoughts about social justice actions and the concept of allyship vs. charity. (1/12/2020)

On the Twelfth Day of Christmas, we take inspiration from the coming of Epiphany, January 6th, which celebrates the manifestation of the divine Christ to the nations. This is symbolized by the story of the wise men who come bearing gifts. In these times, what gifts do we bring to spread light, love, righteousness and justice? What stars guide our journey?  Don't miss out on the Twelfth Night Cake with the hidden beans inside (A French Galette de Rois, or an Italian Panettone?) at our First Sunday of the month potluck  .... who among us will be crowned king or queen for the day? (1/5/2020)