Unitarian Church of Los Alamos

Allies and Otherwise

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:00:13 +0000

“Allies and Otherwise”, Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on April 15, 2012. What does it mean to value unity in a deeply wounded and divided world?

The Last Will and Testament of Jesus of Nazareth

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 16:00:33 +0000

“The Last Will and Testament of Jesus of Nazareth”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on April 8, 2012. A sermon for Easter Sunday.

The Feast of All Fools

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 16:00:43 +0000

“The Feast of All Fools”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on April 1, 2012.

…And Service is Our Prayer

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 16:00:16 +0000

“…And Service is Our Prayer”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on March 11, 2012. Our vision states we seek “unity in action.” Our weekly affirmation says that “service is our prayer.” How do we live up to this?

This I Believe

UCLA Podcaster — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 17:00:27 +0000

“This I Believe”. Sermon Audio presented by the Members of the Coming of Age class on March 4, 2012. The youth from this year’s Coming of Age class lead us in the service and present their “This I Believe” statements.

The Care and Feeding of Your Community

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 17:00:05 +0000

“The Care and Feeding of Your Community”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on February 26, 2012.

Do We Know What We Believe, or Just Believe That We Know?

UCLA Podcaster — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:00:32 +0000

“Do We Know What We Believe, or Just Believe That We Know?”, Sermon Audio presented by Mike Adams on February 19, 2012. Mike delivers a sermon inspired by his time as a Coming of Age mentor.

The Discworld Gospel: Going Postal

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 17:00:38 +0000

“The Discworld Gospel: Going Postal”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on February 12, 2012. In this year’s sermon based on the works of author Terry Pratchett, we examine themes of redemption in his novel, Going Postal.

Ubi Caritas Et Amor

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 17:00:34 +0000

“Ubi Caritas Et Amor”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on February 5, 2012. ”Where charity and love prevail . . .” We begin our exploration of February’s theme — the thing that conquers all fear — Love.

The Myth of the Christian Nation

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:00:40 +0000

“The Myth of the Christian Nation”, Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on January 29, 2012. In the next of a series on “Myths We Need to Leave Behind,” we examine the truths and falsehoods behind the oft made claim that the United States is a Christian nation.

Where Do We Go From Here

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 17:00:23 +0000

“Where Do We Go From Here”, Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on January 15, 2012. Our sermon title this week comes from one of the last books Martin Luther King wrote before his death. For MLK weekend, we ask the question again.

Liberty Loves Justice

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 17:00:19 +0000

“Liberty Loves Justice”, Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on January 8, 2012. Just what is this justice we’re so enamored with? Who decides? And who makes it happen?

The Big Reboot

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 18:00:15 +0000

“The Big Reboot”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on January 01, 2012. The New Year is often seen as a time to take up new habits and practices. But what about letting go? If New Year’s Day is the great cosmic reboot, why not make the choice to let go of the things . . . → Read More: The Big Reboot

The One and Only Universalist Miracle

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:00:12 +0000

“The One and Only Universalist Miracle”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on December 11, 2011. Thomas Potter built a chapel and waited for a preacher to arrive. John Murray ran away to America and swore he’d never preach again. What happened next is what some call (only half jokingly) the only Unitarian Universalist . . . → Read More: The One and Only Universalist Miracle

Living the Compassionate Life

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 17:00:26 +0000

“Living the Compassionate Life”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on December 4, 2011. We begin December’s themed exploration with a reflection on the life-changing power of compassion.

To Question Truly is an Answer

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 17:00:45 +0000

“To Question Truly is an Answer”, Sermon Audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on November 13, 2011. We begin November’s theme of “Inquiry” with a reflection on the questions that truly matter most.

Reflections from the DLRE

De Anna Hoyle, DLRE — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 17:00:25 +0000

“Reflections from the DLRE”, Sermon Audio presented by De Anna Hoyle on November 6, 2011. Inspiration always comes after attending a Liberal Religious Educators Association (LREDA) conference. This Sunday De Anna Hoyle, Director of Lifespan Religious Exploration, will share her inspired thoughts on community building.

The Question Box, Episode V: The Questions Strike Back

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:00:25 +0000

“The Question Box, Episode V: The Questions Strike Back”, Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on October 30, 2011. Rev. John takes on all questions. Ask the minister anything! See if you can stump him! He might even take on a Twittered question or two. What do you want to know?

Rediscovering the Bible

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 16:00:21 +0000

“Rediscovering the Bible”, Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on October 16, 2011. As the King James Bible, one of the great achievements of the English language, reaches its 400th anniversary, we take a moment to explore the impact of the Bible on our culture, and why understanding it is still important — even to . . . → Read More: Rediscovering the Bible

The Myth of Self-Sufficiency

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 16:00:03 +0000

“The Myth of Self-Sufficiency”. Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on October 9, 2011. In the first of an irregular series on “Myths That Make Us Small,” we examine the dangers of worshipping too fervently at the altar of individuality.

The Discipline of Religious Freedom

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 16:00:26 +0000

“The Discipline of Religious Freedom”. Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on October 2, 2011. We kick off our month of exploring the value of freedom with a story from our Unitarian Universalist past, and an examination of the sacrifices we must each make for our own freedom of conscience.

Return to the Home of Your Soul

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 16:00:23 +0000

“Return to the Home of Your Soul”. Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on September 25, 2011.

Perfectly Good Words, or UU as a Foreign Language

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 16:00:39 +0000

“Perfectly Good Words, or UU as a Foreign Language”. Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on September 18, 2011. We liberal religious are frequently “lovers of leaving” as the old poem goes — and sometimes in the process, we leave behind the language that might help others understand who we are.

How We Walk Together

Rev. John Cullinan — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 16:00:56 +0000

”How We Walk Together”. Sermon audio presented by Rev. John Cullinan on September 11, 2011. We begin a year of celebrating our shared values with an exploration of what it means to be together in covenant.

Mexico Without Fear

webmaster — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 16:00:17 +0000

“Mexico Sin Miedo”. Sermon audio presented by Sherry Hardage on July 24, 2011. A heartening fact: Your chances of being killed while visiting Mexico are lower than your chances of winning the PowerBall lottery. In both cases, you have to buy a ticket! Honestly, a trip to Mexico is a much more entertaining way to . . . → Read More: Mexico Without Fear