On the one hand, we live in one of the most wondrous times in human history. On the other, it’s one of the most frightening. Both attitudes stem from the … Continue reading Harry Potter and the Technology Landscape
We just wrapped up our yearly pledge funding campaign and with all the generous member support, we can continue to keep our church financially healthy. Thank you to all those able … Continue reading Chilling Challenge
For many, philosophy refers to a body of ideas; ideas contained within various philosophical schools and traditions. Many think a good philosopher is one who can quote the great philosophers … Continue reading How Philosophy Has Shaped How I Think
Harvard professor Charles Darby Knock once said that “Religion is what people in community do, say, and think with respect to those things over which they have no control”. What … Continue reading Heads Up!
Sigmund Freud, the father of Psychoanalysis and modern psychology helped us understand that our actions and beliefs are often (perhaps more often than not) driven by unconscious forces. Today, almost … Continue reading The Art of Self Deception: If, By Chance, You Care to Know
UU Spokane was proud to be part of this year’s Pride celebration! Twenty-five members and friends joined the parade, walking together in support of love, inclusion, and the inherent worth … Continue reading Celebrating Pride 2026 Together
It’s already been four years since the extremely partisan US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, giving those claiming to be “pro” life what they’ve claimed to have wanted for … Continue reading Born is Not Enough: What it Really Means to be Prolife
During a recent sermon, I rephrased Judaism’s Ten Commandments to better reflect their original meaning. In this sermon, I discuss my versions in more depth and explain why I believe … Continue reading The Decalogue According to Todd
Our special collection for the month of June will be for will be for our minister’s Discretionary Fund. It is sometimes informally referred to as “the sharing fund” because Rev. … Continue reading June 2026
Nowadays, most of us condemn the idea of racism, but how does it differ from nationalism when it is used as an excuse to terrorize, extort, bomb, displace, and kill … Continue reading Is Nationalism Synonymous with Racism?
