The UU Church-Rockford, IL

Formed by Our Ancestors
October 28, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson

Forming Non-Toxic Men
October 21, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson

Get in Formation: Justice Inside and Out
October 14, 2018
Intern Minister Christe Lunsford
As we continue thinking about our theme of formation let’s look at what sources we incorporate into our lexicon. Which authors do we let in?
Who shapes our thoughts and visions for tomorrow?
Are we quick to dismiss voices based on social stereotypes or  
do we have deep seeded fears that we won’t be able to connect?

Call Us to Action
September 30, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.
Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson
Our democracy is in peril. People’s rights and humanity are denied on a daily basis. The permafrost melts and children live in changes. What shall we do? How shall we do it faithfully? This is the “storm the battlements” sermon you’ve been anticipating. Courage and plans will be offered, not just doom and gloom. There is hope – but it’s time to act.

Call Me to Life
September 23, 2018
Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson
What does it mean to come alive, in a world that seems to want us to be sleep-walking? How do we embrace joy without naivete, passion without idolatry, and risk without recklessness?

Call Us to Worship
September 9, 2018
Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson
As we reflect on what it means to be called, we’ll think about being called to worship. Exploring a variety of understandings of worship from a variety of religions, we’ll consider the meaning of being called into this practice.

Call Us to Worship
September 9, 2018
Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson

As we reflect on what it means to be called, we’ll think about being called to worship. Exploring a variety of understandings of worship from a variety of religions, we’ll consider the meaning of being called into this practice.

How to Talk to Each Other
August 19, 2018
Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson
How do we have conversations that matter? How do we go past the surface of easy topics towards the heart? How do we not shy away when things get complicated, while still protecting our integrity? And invitation to depth and meaning, with some concrete tips for politics, religion, relationships, and families. 

Holy Creativity
August 12, 2018
Michelle Lattanzio
 In this service, I'll share some of the ways in which Holy
Creativity happens in chaplaincy ministry. This is the work of Holy
Creativity in hospice chaplaincy: helping the dying to create their
final masterpiece, the living legacy of their human experience, the
true gift they will pass on to not just their family but the lives of
all people they have touched.

 Michelle Lattanzio is a former intern of The UU Church of
Rockford and is currently serving as a Hospice Chaplain and Spiritual
Care Coordinator in Skokie, IL. Michelle is in Preliminary Fellowship
with the UUA and is a graduate of Meadville Lombard Theological
School. She holds a PhD in English from the University of South
Florida and taught undergraduate classes at USF. Michelle loves
spending time with her dog Axel, creating art, reading, writing,
dancing, and rooting for her favorite roller derby teams.

Rev. Dr. Matthew Johnson shares his trip to Transylvania with us!