“There is Always Some Beauty Left…”
Building on this quote from Anne Frank, Kirsten will help us reflect on the constructive roles we can play as we send our young people out into our hurting, yet … read more
Speaker: Kirsten Lodal Intern Minister
The Things That Kept Us Going
The world became strangely smaller and more interconnected during the pandemic. In the little worlds of our safer spaces, many of us found meaning and power in all the things … read more
Clumsy Midwives of a New World Order
On this MLK Sunday, with James Baldwin as a guide, Kirsten will explore the question of how each one of us can endeavor to bring Dr. King’s vision of the … read more
Christmas Eve Services
Christmas Eve Pageant, 4pm This year we return to our long tradition of celebrating the holy birth of every child by retelling the story of Christmas! All are welcome as … read more
Opening to Joy
Drawing from the teachings of classical music, Zen, and brain science, Kirsten will explore antidotes to COVID-era languishing as we launch our December worship theme of “Joy.” This week’s Prophetic … read more
Radical Gratitude
Drawing from the insights of botanist and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Robin Wall Kimmerer, Kirsten will explore the concept of “radical gratitude” as it relates to RRUUC’s efforts … read more
Yes, No, Maybe: The Answer is Under Construction
What is the answer we want to the biggest questions? When do we find power in “yes,” in “no,” and perhaps even in “maybe?” – especially in these ever-changing times. … read more