HP Rivers

  • Final Master’s Project – Anagape Trauma and the Beloved Community

    This is my presentation of my thesis project for my Master’s of Religious Leadership for Social Change at Starr King School for the Ministry. It has been an incredible labor of love and a healthy dose of tears and swear words over the last year, and I couldn’t be more proud of it. I hope…

    HP Rivers

  • ‘Twas the UU Night Before Christmas

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas at the UU in town,The chalice was lit and the church gathered ‘round.The coffee was brewed and the cookies were made,everyone waiting patiently for the next day The sanctuary sparkled with shimmer and shineAnd it didn’t quite matter if they started on time.The music was joyful and the energy lightBecause…

    HP Rivers

  • The Fertile Darkness – Winter Solstice 2021 Service

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  • 5 Ways to Embody Anti-Racism & The 8th Principle for MLK Day and Every Day

    I’ve noticed that sometimes when we talk about the 8th Principle, the whole idea of decolonizing our minds or actively challenging systems of oppression in ourselves and our institutions can seem super daunting. The way we have all been raised in white supremacy culture is a truly daunting issue, but it’s important to remember that…

    HP Rivers

  • As We Knew It: A Challenge to Dream

    This is the third in a series of essays about the COVID-19 pandemic as it relates to UU congregations and religious exploration. “The Church has Left the Building” – May 2020 “On Reopening and the Least of These” – July 2021 “Brave is a hand-me-down suit from terrified as hell.“ Andrea Gibson (they/them), American Poet…

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  • A Prayer for Back to Church

    A Prayer for Back to Church Written by Helen Cassara 11-14-21 🖤 Goddess, I have no idea what I’m doing. And I have no idea what to ask for. Let it be warm enough today For our children to play outside. May their laughter carry through the grounds Reminding our classrooms, our nursery, our sanctuary,…

    HP Rivers

  • Time for All Ages With Mx. Helen (Video Playlist)

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