1 Benevolent Street
(Corner of Benefit and Benevolent)
Providence, RI 02906
401-421-7970
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Many years ago, an eminent colleague who used to do a lot of guest preaching told me that when she was booked way in advance and didn’t know what she would be preaching about when the time came, she always gave the congregation her … read more.
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Many years ago I was in the Negev desert in the Middle East. Serious desert. Biblical desert. In summer. Beautiful. Austere. Scorching. In fact, the word “Negev” means parched. That’s right – in a part … read more.
Rick Richards will describe what he thinks of as spirituality, an experience that is essentially personal and defines who he is in important ways. He contrasts spirituality with religion, which he sees as a communal, interpersonal experience that defines core values and behaviors in our … read more.
John will speak about growing up in the South in the 60’s and what kept hope alive in the midst of oppression. Music will be provided by Alison Green.
Originally from Kentucky, John came to Rhode Island to study painting at the Rhode Island School of … read more.
Through songs, stories, and readings, Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly pose three questions: What is this like for you (experience)? What did Julian of Norwich mean by “All Shall Be Well” (faith)? And, What do we do about it (action)?
Aubrey Atwater … read more.
As part of our 300th anniversary celebration, hear a newly recovered piece of history — the story of women from this church who in 1837 founded their own workshop to provide fair wages for female factory workers in Providence. How did their demand for justice express … read more.
CB Beal shares reflections on the idea of Preemptive Radical Inclusion as an entryway to increase justice and equity among ourselves and in the world, a way to embody beloved community in a time of physical isolation and social connection.
CB Beal (they/them) is a fat, … read more.
First U members Dana Borrelli-Murray, Kim Ziegelmayer, and Jack Rusley are members of the Extraordinary Rendition Band, an activist street band in Providence. This service makes comparisons and show parallels between UU principles and ERB’s mission and work.
Dana Borrelli-Murray is a nonprofit executive director, school … read more.
