Sunnyhill Unitarian Universalist
Select sermons from The Unitarian Universalist Church of the South Hills, known as "Sunnyhill". Sunnyhill is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Rev. Jim Magaw serves as minister. This podcast is brought to you by Mike Gravitt and Jen McGlothin. Visit our website: www.sunnyhill.org.
Episodes
13 episodes
Consumerism vs. Compassion
Jonathan Murray, intern minister. Our addictive American consumer culture has not only negatively impacted our finances and environment, but it has also damaged our spirituality and compassion for others. Can society transition from an endless ...
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Theology of Pumpkins
As we prepare for our Sunnyhill Pumpkin Patch, what are the implied theological underpinnings of this task that builds community within the congregation while also reaching out into the larger community? How might this undertaking represent bui...
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Power of Belonging
In an era of distrust of virtually all organizations and institutions, what does it mean to belong? How can a sense of belonging strengthen us as individuals and as members of a larger community?
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Covenant of the Ark
In the Bible, when Noah built the ark and set out on the journey of a lifetime, what were the promises that were made among those who were on board? In our journey through the stormy seas of life in the 21st century, what are the most important...
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Building a Boat
According to theologian Timothy Gorringe: “[I]n the face of the present global emergency, ark-building might be the task to which theological ethics leads us.” Building an ark, in this context, does not mean giving up on addressing our current ...
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The Quiet Strength of Kindness
Personal stories will help illustrate the role that kindness plays in maintaining connection and creating community. Kindness is part of the foundation of Unitarian Universalist principles and is a common thread in the tapestry of our Sunnyhill...
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Resistance is Living
In these times that are growing ever darker it is easy to feel like nothing we do is making a difference, and the energy to fight waning. So how can we resist while ensuring we are still able to live and thrive at the same time? Why is self car...
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What is Unitarian Universalism?
Unitarian Universalism is sometimes wrongly described as not having its own theology. Although it’s true that there is a great deal of theological diversity within our congregations, we do have our own unique theology—both historically and cont...
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Why Going to Church Is Good for You
In a bygone era, it was assumed that almost everyone would belong to a religious community of one kind or another, but that assumption no longer holds, as more and more people are unchurched. What are the real benefits of going to church ...
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Should You Have? Could You Have?
We all have “should have dones” in our lives, and this sermon deals with whether you truly could have accomplished what you longed for. Whether you saw yourself as an Olympic figure skater or as an international financial expert, could you real...
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The Long Road to Sunnyhill: A Faith Journey
For those in our congregation who’s spiritual beginnings were in a different faith tradition, the path to Unitarian Universalism can feel like an epic, and sometimes tumultuous, journey. Mary Pratt, Sunnyhill’s Music Director, will share her ow...
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Let America Be America
Langston Hughes wrote a poem with this title in 1935 as a rallying cry for greater freedom and inclusion. 90 years later it has lost none of its power in calling for an as-yet unborn America that makes real the dream of justice and liberty for ...
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Music – Companion, Connection and Energy for the Fight
Music can be a key companion when we are in our darkest hours, a source of magic in relationships, and a source to draw on when it is time to cause “good trouble”. Paul will explore his life experiences through the lens of music and invites you...
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