Unitarian Universalists of Petaluma

The purpose of this congregation is to provide a haven where members can share in a spiritually, culturally, and socially diverse local religious community. We envision a congregation that will be welcoming to all, that values the contributions of each member in shared ministry, and that actively promotes and models individual development of an ethical way of living. We are intentionally intergenerational, and covenant to provide religious education and spiritual growth for children and adults.

Monday, April 26, 2010

This Blog and Facebook

What are the ways we can enhance our UUP on-line community? Face Book now has many of us linked up, but I find it somehow unsatisfactory for serious sharing. Perhaps it is our imminent departure for the San Joaquin Valley and a desire to keep in touch that prompts this query and post. I know Stacey is working to enhance the Web Site and I am particularly interested in posts in the area of Social Responsibility and sharing the exciting initiatives of UUA and UUSC. We have not heard much or discussed the upcoming Statement of Conscience on Peacemaking that has gone through a three year process like the one for Ethical Eating.

But sharing of other concerns could be beneficial, too. For example, reactions to recent services--what did you learn, what did you feel, what do you want to add or expand upon?

The "ritual" at the Flower Communion was a warm and meaningful interaction. We need more rituals that bring us face-to-face in such a manner. Expressing concerns during An Embracing Meditation brings us together, too. A problem with it for me is I do not hear most of the joys and concerns voiced. Is it important for others to hear? I think so, unless one thinks a god is listening, which I doubt many do.

And how many of us have active Blogs? Is see Berkeley's mentioned and am going to go to it right now.

Might this start a conversation on the UUP Blog with the idea of some "in-depth" or "spiritual" sharing? I for one will check in and am eager for responses.

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