Slavery is present in our world today. Writer, artist, speaker and activist Christine Stark will discuss prostitution as a system of inherent violence that harms prostituted people and subjugates all women and girls. Christine is a co-editor of Not for Sale: Feminists Resisting Prostitution and Pornography. Her work has appeared in numerous periodicals and anthologies.
Can we describe what a happy world would look like? Does happiness require sadness? Using Ursula K. Le Guin's story "The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas" as a travel guide, we will explore our own conceptions of happiness. (N.B. Familiarity with the story is not required.) Phil Mouch, FMUU board chair, offers the second in a series of talks on topics relevant to Unitarian Universalism.
Tired of having Christianity defined by Jerry Falwell, Pat Robertson, and others of their ilk? Should Christianity really be called the "Church of Paul"? Don't miss Kenneth Schei's presentation Rescuing Jesus (and America) from the Religious Right. Schei, of San Diego, is the founder of Atheists for Jesus and the author of Christianity Betrayed. He is speaking at FMUU as part of his 2006-07 speaking tour. http://rescuingjesus.org
Fall Child Dedication Service
Kathy Thoreson, vice president of family services for Lutheran Social Services of ND, will discuss social ministry drawing on two LSS programs, New Americans and Gamblers Choice, and connecting to social ministry among faith-based groups, including Unitarian Universalism.
Harvest is the theme of this annual intergenerational celebration. Drawing on earth-based ritual and tradition, we will share stories, songs, and the fruits of the season as we honor the "year's end" of old Europe and remember our ancestors.
Intergenerational Service
Costumes, masks, and other regalia are encouraged for all ages