Sermons & Articles
The following is a selection of sermons and articles written by Rev. Sandra Fees. “Sandra's Study” is her monthly newsletter column, archives of which are available using the links on the right-hand side of this page.
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Monthly Column
From Sandra’s Study
Rev. Sandra Fees
Thank Yous, Upcoming Study and Rest, and Miscellaneous
Thank you for your outpouring of love and support following the death of my Mother in early June. It is a tremendous understatement to say that it was difficult to lose my mother. I have been grateful for your phone calls, cards, emails, and other expressions of care. Some of you came to my mother’s funeral in Lebanon, which touched me so deeply. The basket of flowers with white roses at the services meant so much to my family and to me. I have felt blessed to receive the care of our UU community. And I have treasured the stories so many of you have shared with me about your own losses. My heartfelt thanks to all of you.
On a different front, discussions about how UUs might best respond to Arizona’s SB1070 are still underway. By this time, there’s likely been a decision about whether our 2012 General Assembly will be held in Arizona or not. We UUs don’t all agree on the details of how to proceed. No matter whether we go forward with GA in Arizona or not, there’s much work to be done, and many Unitarian Universalists have a strong desire and commitment to actively engage in the immigration issue. Our UUA President Peter Morales describes the struggle in Arizona as not being about Arizona. He says it’s a struggle for the future direction of our nation and a struggle for our soul. It is undoubtedly a complex issue – and among the most important and pressing of our day. I once again encourage you to educate yourselves about our UU efforts in this area.
As you read this column, I have already begun my summer leave. I will be away from regular church duties from June 27 through August 8, returning to regular responsibilities on August 10 and to the pulpit on August 15.
My husband, Chris, and I will be getting away to a cabin in the Finger Lakes in early July – a much needed time of rest and renewal. In mid-July, I’ll spend a few weeks on worship and program planning and preparation for the next church year, including some intensive reading and research. I’ll wrap up my time off with a spiritual retreat in early August. Sprinkled in there will be time spent hanging around home, going to local music festivals, and taking long walks. I hope to see many of you around town and in church this summer.
Yours in faith and love,
Sandra
Celebrating 175 Years as a Voice for Liberal Religion in Berks County
Sandra's Study
2009
2008
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2007
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2009 Sermons
Root and Wings, Rev. Sandra Fees
Building Rededication,
Rev. Sandra Fees
Obstacles,
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Where Do We Place Our Trust? Rev. Sandra Fees
2008 Sermons
Grow the Faith, Rev. Sandra Fees
Lurking Places, Rev. Sandra Fees
Second Chances, Rev. Sandra Fees
Sex and the Sacred, Rev. Sandra Fees
Tolerance, Intolerance, and the Wisdom to Know the Difference, Rev. Sandra Fees
The Universalist Spirit, Rev. Sandra Fees
Wrestling with God, Rev. Sandra Fees
Six Sources Series
Source 1 - Experience, Rev. Sandra Fees
Source 2 - Words and Deeds of Prophets , Rev. Sandra Fees
Source 3 - Wisdom of World Religions , Rev. Sandra Fees
Source 4 - Jewish and Christian Teachings, Rev. Sandra Fees
Source 5 - Humanism, Rev. Sandra Fees
Source 6 - Earth-Centered Traditions, Rev. Sandra Fees
2007 Sermons
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General Interest
The Call of the Star (Christmas Eve Service), Rev. Sandra Fees
Cultivating Gratitude, Rev. Sandra Fees
Everyday Commitments, Rev. Sanrda Fees
The Forgiving Self, Rev. Sandra Fees
Heroes and Heretics: Our UU Story,
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Holy Friends, Rev. Sandra Fees
Judas: The Ultimate Betrayer? Rev. Sandra Fees
Moral Courage, Rev. Sandra Fees
Sacred Space, Rev. Sandra Fees
Spiritual or Religious? - Rev. Sandra Fees
The Spirituality of Food, Rev. Sandra Fees
The Strength of Love, Rev. Sandra Fees
Trust, Rev. Sandra Fees
Unraveling the Gender Knot, Rev. Sandra Fees
The Way Out, Rev. Sandra Fees
Seven Principles Series
The Beauty in Each Heart: Principle 1, Rev. Sandra Fees
An All-Embracing Love: Principle 2,
Rev. Sandra Fees
Growing Our Souls: Principle 3,
Rev. Sandra Fees
Seeking the Truth: Principle 4,
Rev. Sandra Fees
A Still, Small Voice,
Rev. Sandra Fees
In the Best of All Worlds, Rev. Sandra Fees
Web of Life, Rev. Sandra Fees