Compassion is a core principle in all major religions. Each of the Abrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam) have this in common and it is also a core principle of Buddhism. Let’s explore this concept of compassion and contemplate how we may bring more compassion into our lives.
Can I Get An Amen? We’ve heard this phrase. We’ve heard it not just in church settings but also as a way to ask for agreement. As we explore this request let us look at what motivates it and why it may be a very powerful request that can help connect us to one another.
We’ve all heard of the phrase, “follow your bliss,” but how do you find what your bliss is and how do you get started following it? Let’s explore this process and along the way apply it to our church life.
Rev. Dr. Scott Dillard10/12/25 As we enter life we are thrown into a chaotic unknown that we learn to adapt to. It creates our first Community. As we venture forth and grow we expand those Community, maybe leave it, find new ones. Such is also our religious journey. We will explore this development of our … Continue reading “From Chaos to Community”
Rev. Dr. Scott Dillard In difficult times we search for answers to get us out of those difficulties or search for meaning in all of it. As I contemplate what I believe are difficult societal conflicts, I keep thinking about what it is that I already know. And what I know mostly, I learned at … Continue reading “We Learned a Better Way a Long Time Ago”
This Sunday, we are delighted to welcome back The Rev. Dr. Scott Dillard, a longtime friend and member of High Street Unitarian Universalist Church. In reflecting on his recent retirement, Rev. Dr. Dillard writes:“Upon my recent retirement, I have been contemplating the various turning points of life and the meanings they may hold for our … Continue reading The Only Constant Is Change
