February 14th: "Standing on the Side of Love" by Rev. John Cullinan

"Standing on the Side of Love" is a public advocacy campaign of the UUA that seeks to harness love�s power to stop oppression. "This is a time of great hope and possibility," say the campaigns organizers, "yet our communities are threatened by the increased prevalence of acts motivated by fear and hate. No one should be dehumanized through acts of exclusion, oppression, or violence because of their identities. In public debates over immigration, LGBT rights, and more, religious people stand on the side of love and call for respect, inclusion, and compassion." This Valentine's Day, we explore how UUs are standing on the side of love in all its forms.

Service Leader(s): George Hrbek, Mia McLeod

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February 21st: "A Prayer to Mend Broken Hearts" by Mike Adams

Rachel Corrie was a peace activist who went to Palestine to protect Palestinians who were being forced from their homes. Rachel was standing in front of a bulldozer with a megaphone announcing that she would not move when she was run over and killed. At General Assembly in Portland, there was a dramatic production based on her emails home. Her parents attended the production. Mike talked with them for two hours, went home that night and wrote this sermon.

Service Leader(s): Carl Newton, Geordy Hrbek

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February 28th: "Time Out of Time" by Rev. John Cullinan

Just what do we mean by "spirituality?" -- and how do we go about practicing such a thing?

Service Leader(s): Mike Adams, Mary Hrbek

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March 7th: "The Art of the Possible" by Rev. John Cullinan

Stewardship Sunday

Service Leader(s): Steve Thorson, Sherry Hardage
Music: Adult choir sings.

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March 14th: "Submitted For Your Approval . . ." by Rev. John Cullinan

When people ask me who my favorite notable Unitarian Universalist is, the answer often surprises them -- so much they might think they've landed in the Twilight Zone.

Service Leader(s): George Hrbek, Mia McLeod

Sunday Forum takes place each Sunday during the church year (August-May) in Robinson Hall, following the first service. The forum starts at 10:10 a.m. and finishes at 10:50 a.m. with a 25-minute presentation and a 15-minute discussion period. Questions by audience members are limited to two minutes per person. Forum concentrates on church activities, community issues, denominational topics, books of note, and topics of interest to the Los Alamos Unitarian Church community.

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February 14th: "Say, What? - a Valentine's Day Forum" by Felicia Orth and Evan Rose

"The Five Languages of Love," by Gary Chapman, deals with the different manners in which people express their love for each other. Felicia and Evan, a married couple of 25 years, will share their views of the book. Members of the audience will be invited to share their thoughts.

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February 21st: "Are We Selected To Be UU's?" by Carl Newton

The science journalist, Nicholas Wade, just published "The Faith Instinct ? How Religion Evolved and Why It Endures." Recent research has produced evidence that our communal behaviors, including religious practices, are products of both cultural shaping and genetic wiring. Quite possibly UU communities could benefit from the new revelations from neurobiology, psychology and sociology.

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February 28th: "Sage Cottage Pre-School - nurturing and challenging children's minds" by Cheri Host

Cheri Host is the Executive Director of this non-profit Montessori and Play-based school for young children. She will discuss the school and how it supports our community. Sage Cottage is located in White Rock and serves families throughout Northern New Mexico. Hear how a member of our congregation is making a difference in our world.