Freud famously said, “Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar,” meaning some things can be taken at face value rather than having some deeper unconscious meaning. The opposite is true … Continue reading Some of My Favorite Jesus Stories
Unitarianism is a liberal religion. By freeing minds, liberalism naturally leads to innovation, including ideological and technological innovations and advances. In this sermon, Rev. Eklof will discuss why such advances … Continue reading The Singularity, the Humanistic Ethic, and the Enlightenment Project
Today the US, one of the most powerful and influential nations in the world, has taken a path that is as heartless, selfish, and unjust as it is reckless. Why … Continue reading How to Survive Rampant and Malignant Narcissism, Death, and Destruction
In this guest presentation, long-time UUCS congregant, Luba Johnston, will share the story of her life in the USSR. She writes: “A Russian historian, Tamara Edelman, says: ‘To better understand … Continue reading Soviet Paradise: The USSR and Me
Rev. Eklof will discuss the Federal Government’s militant response to protests in response to President Trump’s deportation policies and mass arrests. He will discuss the hard reality of the situation, … Continue reading Democracy Has Fallen: What Can We Do?
Before you park at Riverfront Park this Saturday, June 14, 2025 for Pride and/or the No Kings Protest, please consider the following: There are about 1,000 to 2,000 activists are … Continue reading Parking at Pride
The US Government’s attack on America’s college campuses and its punitive behavior toward students who voice their opinions on the current conflict between Israel and Hamas is unprecedented and goes … Continue reading Freedom of Speech, College Campuses, and Pro-Palestinian Protestors
In-person Protests and Rallies Last week, we heard that the City Council was planning to use our city’s funds to purchase two military-grade sound weapons (long-range acoustic devices, aka “sonic … Continue reading Opportunities for Good Trouble in Spokane
Humanism is often treated as a latecomer to, if not an interloper of, Unitarianism. In this sermon Rev. Eklof will argue the contrary is true, that humanism and the humanistic … Continue reading Unitarianism and the Humanistic Ethic
During our last “Conversations with Todd,” Shane Gronholz asked what films have been most meaningful to me. I mentioned a couple, like Ghandhi and The Exorcist. During this sermon I’ll … Continue reading Todd at the Movies: Some of My Favorite Films and What They Mean to Me
