Sunday, January 5 at 11:00am
Unitarian Universalism in a few Nutshells
Guest Speaker: Alok Kalia
Under the arc of its values, Unitarian Universalism offers encouragement and latitude for developing a personal theology. Ever since his introduction to Unitarian Universalism, Alok has enthusiastically tried to decipher the lessons our religion holds for him. Each time he felt that he had extracted a nugget of personal wisdom, Alok would explain his reasoning and conclusions from the pulpit. He delivered the first of these talks in 1998 and the latest (but probably not the last!) in 2019. In this retrospective, Dr. Kalia explores these talks to understand his own evolution as a UU.
Alok Kalia, MD is a retired faculty from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. He is a long-time member of the Bay Area Unitarian Universalist Church. Alok’s beliefs come from Hinduism, and he puts them into practice as a Unitarian Universalist.
Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 11:00am
The Power of Our Story
Rev. Katie McQuage-Loukas
Each of us has stories of who we are. We have our own personal narratives, the family sagas, and the many histories of the place and communities we touch. While we are shaped by the stories that surround us, we also have the power to shape the story, taking control of what our lives mean even amid events we cannot control.
Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 11:00am
An Inescapable Network of Mutuality
Rev. Katie McQuage-Loukas
The most dangerous thing about troubled times is the cultural narrative that we are all alone, independent and self-reliant. In reality, we are so bound up in one another that it is difficult to see where we end and others begin. We are always part of the greater web of life, and this reality calls us into mutuality and solidarity. We must commit to one another, to ensure that no one is left behind.
Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 11:00am
Tending Our Flame
The flaming chalice is the symbol of our Unitarian Universalist faith. At this multigenerational service, we will explore the story of our chalice, and we invite you to bring any chalices of your own to church so that we can bless all our chalices together and bring a piece of BAUUC home with us!
January Vespers Services
Every Wednesday in January except for January 1st
6:30pm
Rev. Katie McQuage-Loukas
Join us in the church Sanctuary every Wednesday at 6:30pm for a serene vespers service. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the week to reflect and recharge your spirit. All are welcome to join in this peaceful moment of community and contemplation.
