September 21, at 10:00 am, 3845 North Swan Street – "Buddhist Concepts of Love"
Joanie Conners will discuss the four Buddhist concepts for love - lovingkindness (metta), compassion (karuna), appreciative joy (mudita), and equanimity (upeksha). She will also discuss nonviolence and how love of others (and self) provide a path for spiritual liberation. Connors will end with a discussion of how Unitarian values compare to these teachings.
Joanie Connors, PhD is a local psychologist, therapist and writer who explores trauma, love and relationships from an eco-systems point of view. She has studied Buddhism for 25 years and believes it has improved her life 100%. Connors has also written three books of poetry about love and is almost finished with a biography of her father. She is a longtime volunteer for peace, justice, human rights and the environment.
Mana'ar (Ellen) Johnson will provide songs to begin and end the program.
Children are welcome to participate on any Sunday, but they will get the most out of the program if they attend second and fourth Sundays somewhat regularly. Family adults may stay for the children's program or attend the adult program. Children are encouraged to bring a small item that represents someone or something they are grateful for that week.
Please join us before the service for a drum circle commemorating one of the four solar festivals of the year. We'll be meeting on the Fellowship patio at 9:30 am for an Autumn Equinox, Mabon, celebration. All are welcome. Bring your drums, rattles, bells, and other percussion instruments. Or else you can use your chanting voice and your dancing moves. No formal program - just let nature take its course!
UUFSC Safety Protocol as pursuant to our most recent UUA Guidelines:
Masks are now optional, but their use is encouraged. We will continue to serve refreshments on the patio and in the building. Visitors are always welcome.
The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Silver City is a diverse group of religious independents seeking knowledge, spiritual sustenance, fellowship and opportunities for service to others. Our programs encompass Humanism, liberal Christianity, earth-based spirituality, Buddhism and many other traditions. If you'd like to find out more, email
