http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/CLF_Quest_Enhanced.xml Church of the Larger Fellowship - Unitarian Universalist http://www.CLFUU.org/ Unitarian Universalist sermons, meditations, educational resources and comments from Quest, the monthly publication of the Church of the Larger Fellowship. The CLF is a virtual UU congregation of more than 3,000 Unitarian Universalists isolated by geography or choice. We minister to each other through our presence on the web, small group ministries via email, open conversations on our CLF List, prison pen-pals program, and Quest, which you can hear on this podcast. For more information, or to support our work in the world, call us at (617) 948-6166 or visit us on the web at clfuu.org. The monthly publication of the Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist Unitarian Universalist sermons, meditations, educational resources and comments from Quest, the monthly publication of the Church of the Larger Fellowship. The CLF is a virtual UU congregation of more than 2800 Unitarian Universalists isolated by geography or choice. We minister to each other through our presence on the web, small group ministries via email, open conversations on our CLF List, prison pen-pals program, and Quest, which you can hear on this podcast. For more information, call us at (617) 948-6166 or visit us on the web at clfuu.org. en-us Church of the Larger Fellowship, 2007 Church of the Larger Fellowship - Unitarian Universalist clf@clfuu.org http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/CLFlogonew.gif http://www.CLFUU.org/ 144 193 Spirituality Progressive, Liberal Religion no Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist February: This month, we say a reluctant goodbye to longstanding Senior Minister Jane Rzepka, and reflect on her legacy and the legacy of the movement as a whole. Rosemary Bray McNat talks about her family's dedication to religious liberalism in an imperfect world, and we hear a heartfelt farewell from Jane. CLF co-chair Stefan Jonasson shares some of his recollections about how he got to know the CLF's Senior Minister and reminds us of her importance to Unitarian Universalism and the CLF. Lynn Ungar's kids' column uses a classic Rolling Stones anthem to help us process Jane's departure, and the late Clark Wells encourages us to give ourselves credit for the things we choose NOT to do along with those we choose to actively accomplish. Patrick T. O'Neill gets to the essence of religiousness, and we finish with a short Groundhog Day meditation by Lynn Ungar. Featuring Rosemary Bray McNatt, Stefan Jonasson, Patrick O'Neill, Jane Rzepka, Lynn Ungar, and others February: This month, we say a reluctant goodbye to longstanding Senior Minister Jane Rzepka, and reflect on her legacy and the legacy of the movement as a whole. Rosemary Bray McNat talks about her family's dedication to religious liberalism in an imperfect world, and we hear a heartfelt farewell from Jane. CLF co-chair Stefan Jonasson shares some of his recollections about how he got to know the CLF's Senior Minister and reminds us of her importance to Unitarian Universalism and the CLF. Lynn Ungar's kids' column uses a classic Rolling Stones anthem to help us process Jane's departure, and the late Clark Wells encourages us to give ourselves credit for the things we choose NOT to do along with those we choose to actively accomplish. Patrick T. O'Neill gets to the essence of religiousness, and we finish with a short Groundhog Day meditation by Lynn Ungar. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/10_02/CLF_Quest_February_2010.m4a 15 Jan 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 00:39:24 Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist January: This month, we hear a complete recording of the CLF worship service conducted at General Assembly 2009, featuring former UUA President William Schulz and CLF Senior Minister Jane Rzepka, among others. The service is followed by a meditation by by Richard S. Gilbert and our monthly kids' column by Lynn Ungar. We close with a seasonal poem by Robert Frost. Featuring William Schulz, Richard S. Gilbert, Jane Rzepka, Lynn Ungar, and writings by Robert Frost and Wendell Berry. January: This month, we hear a complete recording of the CLF worship service conducted at General Assembly 2009, featuring former UUA President William Schulz and CLF Senior Minister Jane Rzepka, among others. The service is followed by a meditation by by Richard S. Gilbert and our monthly kids' column by Lynn Ungar. We close with a seasonal poem by Robert Frost. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/10_01/CLF_Quest_January_2010.m4a 15 Dec 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 01:18:00 Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist December: David S. Blanchard reminds us that we all have many simple simple gifts to offer: gifts of love, time, and kindness. We hear a number of short poems and columns from Elizabeth Tarbox, Mary Wellemeyer, Mark Belletini and Patrick Murfin on themes ranging from the cosmic to the folkloric. Jane Rzepka encourages us to breathe imagination into our lives this holiday season, and Lynn Ungar reminds us that, regardless of which holiday you're celebrating this December, it's the human penchant for coming together in celebration that counts. We close with a Channukah meditation, also by Lynn Ungar. Featuring David S. Blanchard, Elizabeth Tarbox, Mary Wellemeyer, Mark Belletini, Patrick Murfin and others December: David S. Blanchard reminds us that we all have many simple simple gifts to offer: gifts of love, time, and kindness. We hear a number of short poems and columns from Elizabeth Tarbox, Mary Wellemeyer, Mark Belletini and Patrick Murfin on themes ranging from the cosmic to the folkloric. Jane Rzepka encourages us to breathe imagination into our lives this holiday season, and Lynn Ungar reminds us that, regardless of which holiday you're celebrating this December, it's the human penchant for coming together in celebration that counts. We close with a Channukah meditation, also by Lynn Ungar. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/09_12/CLF_Quest_December_2009.m4a 15 Nov 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 31:38 Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion, Christmas, Hannukah Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist November: Edwin C. Lynn captures the fleeting nature of life and and reminds us to appreciate it to the fullest. Vanessa Rush Southern uses the shaky economy to explore how we might get back to basics and enjoy the fundamental joys of life as we tighten our belts. Barbara Merritt treasures her extra hour as the clocks turn back in many parts of the world, and Jane Rzepka meditates on religion's role in helping us recover from the loss of a loved one. Our kids' column continues the theme of appreciation by exploring El Dia de los Muertos, the Mexican holiday honoring the dead. We close with a poem by Naomi Shihab Nye. Featuring Edwin C. Lynn, Vanessa Rush Southern, Barbara Merritt and others November: Edwin C. Lynn captures the fleeting nature of life and and reminds us to appreciate it to the fullest. Vanessa Rush Southern uses the shaky economy to explore how we might get back to basics and enjoy the fundamental joys of life as we tighten our belts. Barbara Merritt treasures her extra hour as the clocks turn back in many parts of the world, and Jane Rzepka meditates on religion's role in helping us recover from the loss of a loved one. Our kids' column continues the theme of appreciation by exploring El Dia de los Muertos, the Mexican holiday honoring the dead. We close with a poem by Naomi Shihab Nye. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/09_11/CLF_Quest_November_2009.m4a 15 Oct 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 41:04 Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion, Dia de los Muertos, Thanksgiving Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist October: What will we do with God? Brain Kiely digs in to the nitty-gritty of theism from a UU perspective. Quest readers present different ways of praying, and Jane Rzepka tackles the slippery but ubiquitous term "spirituality". Lynn Ungar talks to kids about the tricky business of God's existence and shares with us a seasonal meditation about the changing face of the natural world. Featuring Brian Kiely, Lynn Ungar and Jane Rzepka October: What will we do with God? Brain Kiely digs in to the nitty-gritty of theism from a UU perspective. Quest readers present different ways of praying, and Jane Rzepka tackles the slippery but ubiquitous term "spirituality". Lynn Ungar talks to kids about the tricky business of God's existence and shares with us a seasonal meditation about the changing face of the natural world. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/09_09/CLF_Quest_October_2009.m4a 15 Sep 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 38:42 Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion, Theism, God Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist September: This month, we delve deep into the roots of Unitarian Universalism, beginning with Thom Belote's exploration of our religion as a covenental, not credal, faith. Jane Rzepka goes on to address the old thological and philisophical question of why bad things happen to good people, and who's to blame. Laura Cavicchio takes us on a tour of the CLF's history, and Lynn Ungar talks about the autumnal water communion ceremony in the context of Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year. A poem by Philip Booth concludes the episode. Featuring Thom Belote, Laura Cavicchio, Philip Booth, Lynn Ungar and Jane Rzepka September: This month, we delve deep into the roots of Unitarian Universalism, beginning with Thom Belote's exploration of our religion as a covenental, not credal, faith. Jane Rzepka goes on to address the old thological and philisophical question of why bad things happen to good people, and who's to blame. Laura Cavicchio takes us on a tour of the CLF's history, and Lynn Ungar talks about the autumnal water communion ceremony in the context of Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year. A poem by Philip Booth concludes the episode. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/09_09/CLF_Quest_September_2009.m4a 15 Aug 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 50:28 Jane Rzepka, Lynn Ungar, CLF, Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion, Quest Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist July/August: This summer is all about nourishment and observation. Kathryn A. Bert discusses the pleasure that can be gotten from growing your own food, and eating well and slowly. Ric Masten's piece "Pebbles and Crumbs" celebrates memories of outdoor exploration with his granddaughter, and Jane Rzepka reports back from her rejuvinating sabbatical in Panama, with insightful observations and humorous tales. Kathleen Dean Moore encourages us all to "Poke Around," Lynn Ungar reads the UU principles in limerick form, and an excerpt from Thoreau's "Walden" reminds us of the value of stillness and observation. Listen, then go outside and enjoy the world! Featuring Kathryn A. Bert, Ric Masten, Kathleen Dean Moore, Henry David Thoreau, Lynn Ungar and Jane Rzepka July/August: This summer is all about nourishment and observation. Kathryn A. Bert discusses the pleasure that can be gotten from growing your own food, and eating well and slowly. Ric Masten's piece "Pebbles and Crumbs" celebrates memories of outdoor exploration with his granddaughter, and Jane Rzepka reports back from her rejuvinating sabbatical in Panama, with insightful observations and humorous tales. Kathleen Dean Moore encourages us all to "Poke Around," Lynn Ungar reads the UU principles in limerick form, and an excerpt from Thoreau's "Walden" reminds us of the value of stillness and observation. Listen, then go outside and enjoy the world! http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/09_07/CLF_Quest_JulAug_2009.m4a 15 June 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 38:51 Summer, Nourishment, Observation, Slow food, Nature, Jane Rzepka, Lynn Ungar, CLF, Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion, Quest Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist June: We hear from Maine Warden Service Chaplian Kate Braestrup on letting go of worry, and Scott Gerard Prinster shares his reflections on becoming an adult through the lens of learning to tie a necktie. Patrick O'Neill offers a bit of advice on living gracefully, and Jane Rzepka addresses new graduates and all those undergoing transitions. Lifespan Learning columnist Lynn Ungar talks about Father's Day, and we close with a meditation by the late Kenneth Patton. Featuring Kate Braestrup, Scott Gerard Prinster, Patrick O'Neill, Kenneth Patton, Lynn Ungar and Jane Rzepka June: We hear from Maine Warden Service Chaplian Kate Braestrup on letting go of worry, and Scott Gerard Prinster shares his reflections on becoming an adult through the lens of learning to tie a necktie. Patrick O'Neill offers a bit of advice on living gracefully, and Jane Rzepka addresses new graduates and all those undergoing transitions. Lifespan Learning columnist Lynn Ungar talks about Father's Day, and we close with a meditation by the late Kenneth Patton. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/09_06/CLF_Quest_June_2009.m4a 15 May 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 36:47 Father's Day, Maine, Jane Rzepka, Lynn Ungar, CLF, Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion, Quest Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist May: This month, we explore the joys and diffficulties of Mothers' Day, Memorial Day, and the spiritual ramifications of the current economic crisis. Lynn Ungar grapples with the paradoxes of motherhood, Senior Minister Jane Rzepka talks about UU interpretations of the act of prayer, and Victoria Safford invites solidarity with marginalized mothers around the world. We join Peter Morales as he searches for moral lessons in the global fiscal crisis, and hear from Alma Hatzenbuhler, a contributor to the CLF's online Naturalist Shared Interest Group. We close with a Memorial Day meditation by Barbara Pescan. Featuring Lynn Ungar, Jane Rzepka, Victoria Safford, Peter Morales, and Barbara Pescan May: This month, we explore the joys and diffficulties of Mothers' Day, Memorial Day, and the spiritual ramifications of the current economic crisis. Lynn Ungar grapples with the paradoxes of motherhood, Senior Minister Jane Rzepka talks about UU interpretations of the act of prayer, and Victoria Safford invites solidarity with marginalized mothers around the world. We join Peter Morales as he searches for moral lessons in the global fiscal crisis, and hear from Alma Hatzenbuhler, a contributor to the CLF's online Naturalist Shared Interest Group. We close with a Memorial Day meditation by Barbara Pescan. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/09_05/CLF_Quest_May_2009.m4a 15 Apr 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 37:53 Jane Rzepka, Lynn Ungar, CLF, Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion, Quest Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist April: Easter, Passover and spring are the themes for this month's Quest. Greg Ward challenges us to explain Easter, Mark Morrison-Reed suggests that Americans could all benefit from a Black Haggadah that remembers Afro-American slavery, Lynn Ungar tells kids about the stories of Passover and Easter, and Robert R. Walsh and Barbara Merritt speak of humbling beauty. Laurel Hallman shares lessons about forgiveness, and we are notified of an upcoming online course about transforming whiteness. Finally, poems by Melitta Haslund and Lawrence Raab celebrate the earth and friendship. Featuring Greg Ward, Mark Morrison-Reed, Robert R. Walsh, Barbara Merritt, Melitta Haslund, Laurel Hallman, Lawrence Raab, and Lynn Ungar. April: Easter, Passover and spring are the themes for this month's Quest. Greg Ward challenges us to explain Easter, Mark Morrison-Reed suggests that Americans could all benefit from a Black Haggadah that remembers Afro-American slavery, Lynn Ungar tells kids about the stories of Passover and Easter, and Robert R. Walsh and Barbara Merritt speak of humbling beauty. Laurel Hallman shares lessons about forgiveness, and we are notified of an upcoming online course about transforming whiteness. Finally,poems by Melitta Haslund and Lawrence Raab celebrate the earth and friendship. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/09_04/CLF_Quest_April_2009.m4a 15 Mar 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 41:26 Jane Rzepka, Lynn Ungar, CLF, Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion, Quest Church of the Larger Fellowship Unitarian Universalist March: We prepare for the upcoming General Assembly by revisiting GA 2008 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Listen to sermons given by Meg Barnhouse and Jane Rzepka, and hear reports from CLF Delegates. CLF prisoner members, unable to attend this year's GA themselves, wrote letters to the CLF. Lynn Ungar explains what "polity" means and how it affects us, and Gini Courter urges us to follow our calling. Featuring Meg Barnhouse, Jane Rzepka, CLF members, Gini Courter, and Lynn Ungar. March: We prepare for the upcoming General Assembly by revisiting GA 2008 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Listen to sermons given by Meg Barnhouse and Jane Rzepka, and hear reports from CLF Delegates. CLF prisoner members, unable to attend this year's GA themselves, wrote letters to the CLF. Lynn Ungar explains what "polity" means and how it affects us, and Gini Courter urges us to follow our calling. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.m4a?http://uucyf.org/clfuunet/podcasts/09_03/CLF_Quest_March_2009.m4a 15 Feb 2009 12:10:00 -0500 Spirituality no 41:08 Jane Rzepka, Lynn Ungar, CLF, Unitarian Universalist, UU, Progressive, Liberal Religion, Quest