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Metamorphosis: Earth Day, the aftermath

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Christiana McQuain

During the UUCG Earth Day Celebration last night there was some discussion about what each of us individually, as stewards of the earth, can do to contribute to the environmental movement.  It was pointed out that, though we all may … Continue reading →

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Ecology: Stewards of Life

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Christiana McQuain

Similar to arguments against evolution, the Bible is often cited as evidence behind the attitude that man is the “ecological dominant” over all other species of beings on the planet. Genesis 1:26 has been used to justify all manner of … Continue reading →

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Ecology: Standing on the Side of Love

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Christiana McQuain

Almost three weeks ago, the Atlanta area experienced an “extreme weather event”, the effects of which were so catastrophic that they made national news.  People were stranded for hours on the icy roads, in freezing temperatures, without food or water.  … Continue reading →

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Advent (Joy): Of Giving

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Christiana McQuain

“I slept and dreamt that life was joy. I awoke and saw that life was service. I acted and behold, service was joy.”  ~ Rabindranath Tagore For the past few years, we at UUCG have “adopted” students at a local … Continue reading →

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Storehouse: Thank You For Your Service

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Christiana McQuain

There seems to be something of a backlash lately against the phrase, “thank you for your service” that is uttered by so many, everywhere around the nation, to members of the military and veterans.  I have seen quite a few … Continue reading →

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Harvest: Sharing Your Gifts

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Christiana McQuain

“How wonderful that no one need wait a single moment to improve the world.”  ~ Anne Frank From a single seed can grow a tree that will bear fruit to nourish us year after year.  So too can the gifts … Continue reading →

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Renewal: Saying Yes

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Bob Patrick

Fifty-two years ago today, Dag Hammarskjold, the second Secretary General of the United Nations, died in a plane crash along with 15 others in what is now northern Zambia. His untimely death cut short the life of a man who … Continue reading →

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