This Month
As the election ends and the holiday season begins, it is a good time for all of us to heal and repair. The theme at many Unitarian Universalist Fellowships and Churches across the country this month is Repair. Repairing the social and political divisions in this country would seem to be paramount to building the future we want for ourselves, our children, our neighbors and all Americans. As citizens of this great country, we have many shared values. We Unitarian Universalists share a well thought and well-defined set of common values. We believe the practice of and adherence to these shared values will promote, in a loving manner, transformation to a more inclusive and just society that is generous and equitable for all – one that recognizes our interdependence.
From our bylaws Article II Purposes and Covenant: “As Unitarian Universalists, we covenant, congregation-to-congregation and through our Association, to support and assist one another in our ministries. We draw from our heritages of freedom, reason, hope, and courage, building on the foundation of love. Love is the power that holds us together and is at the center of our shared values. We are accountable to one another for doing the work of living our shared values through the spiritual discipline of Love. Inseparable from one another, these shared values are:”
- Interdependence: We honor the interdependent web of all existence and acknowledge our place in it.
- Pluralism: We are all sacred beings, diverse in culture, experience, and theology.
- Justice: We work to be diverse multicultural Beloved Communities where all feel welcome and can thrive.
- Transformation: We adapt to the changing world.
- Generosity: We cultivate a spirit of gratitude and hope.
- Equity: We declare that every person is inherently worthy and has the right to flourish with dignity, love, and compassion.
Our challenge to heal and repair is aided by recognition and adherence to these shared values. We invite all of you to join us in repairing and healing the divisions that plague our society and weaken our country.
All are welcome.
Bruce Tomsovic Sheridan Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
We meet every Sunday at 10:00 am at 1950 East Brundage Lane. More information below
Events in November
Interfaith
- Diwali: Festival of Lights (Hindu) – Tue, Oct 29, 2024 – Sun, Nov 3, 2024
- All Saints Day (Christian) – Nov. 1 (more here)
- All Souls Day – Nov. 2 (more here and here)
- Samhain (Pagan/Wiccan) – Oct. 31 – Nov. 1 (more here)
Unitarian Universalist
- James Luther Adams birthday – Nov. 12 [more]
- Francis David died in prison on Nov. 15 (1579) (more here)
National Holidays & Cultural
- Native American Heritage Month
- Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
- Dia de Los Muertos/Day of the Dead – Nov. 1-2
- U.S. Elections – Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024
- James Weldon Johnson & J. Rosamond Johnson composed “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing” – Nov. 6, 1900
- Veterans Day – Nov. 11
- Remembrance Day (Canada) – Nov. 11 (observed Nov. 12)
- Birthday of Elizabeth Cady Stanton -Nov. 12, 1815
- U.S. Supreme Court ruled that racial segregation on public buses was unconstitutional – Nov. 13, 1956
- Transgender Day of Remembrance – Nov. 20
- National Day of Mourning / Thanksgiving Day – Nov. 28, 2024
- Origin of Species published & Evolution Day – Nov. 24
For Fun and On the Fringe
- Sesame Street” first aired on PBS – Nov. 10, 1969
- Birthday of Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky – Nov. 11, 1821
- World Kindness Day – Nov. 13
- Buy Nothing Day – Nov. 29
- Charles Schulz B Day – Nov. 26 (1922) (more here and here and on his spirituality)
For the Curious
We invite you to explore this site and learn more about who we are. On this site, you can learn What to Expect in Worship, you can read our About Us page, our Mission, Vision & Covenant page and our Beliefs page.
Services are held at 10 AM every Sunday, at 1950 East Brundage Lane, Sheridan, Wyoming. We hope you’ll stay for coffee, treats and conversation after service. On the fourth Sunday of each month, we’ll also have a potluck; even if you don’t bring a dish, we would love to share lunch.
For weekly program listings, see: Upcoming Worship Services. For past service presentations written by fellowship members see: Presentations from Past Services The meditation group meets every Sunday at 7 PM at the same place. For details see: Meditation Group.
If you are interested in becoming a member please see our Membership page For contact information or to join our email list see: Contacts