Sermon Topics

Learning the Art of Peace
Many of us long for peace but wonder what difference we can make in a world that only knows war.  This sermon explores the peace-making work of some fascinating Unitarian Universalist women whose stories can empower our own efforts to make peace possible.

Investing for Justice
The way we use money leaves a mark on our communities and the ecosystem.  We may not think about it often, but our financial transactions have an effect on the interdependent web of existence of which we are a part.  The choices we make and the actions we take about money constitute our economic footprint.  This sermon explores ways we can align our use of money with our values and put our money to work for justice.

Ending Poverty: Step by Step
In this economically divided world, how is it possible to work for greater economic justice for people living in poverty?  This sermon explores ways Unitarian Universalists are putting their money to work to establish village banks around the world and invest in community development at home.  These grassroots strategies for ending poverty work--and provide hope and a positive future for all those involved.

Called to Community
The community ministries that are currently emerging within Unitarian Universalism have the potential to vastly expand the impact of our movement.  What do we need to do to support and develop these new ministries in their efforts to bring healing and justice to the world?

Opening Channels for Streams of Love
This sermon explores the implications of marriage equality as a way to make love more visible and active in the world, including a report on legal same sex marriages in Massachusetts.  After all, isn't love what we all need?

Women in Transcendentalism: Crucible of Social Change
This sermon explores the lives, ideas, and lasting influence of women who participated in the primarily male, idealistic world of Transcendentalism, particularly Margaret Fuller and Elizabeth Peabody.

Any of these sermons can be adapted for talks and workshops.  Other topics available upon request.