Celebrating the uniqueness of each person in our congregation, we recognize our diversity of strengths, values, and ability to participate. We are a thriving congregation within the UU tradition because of the uniqueness of our members. We are Saltwater.
We will honor the presence of animals in our lives, be they pets, wildlife, birds, or even benevolent bugs. Your pets are welcome to attend. If you think that being at church might cause them stress, please bring a picture or a related memento to be blessed. We will also be remembering beloved pets who … Continue reading Blessing of the Animals
There are so many things to grieve: the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 on our bodies and minds, broken and severed relationships, the loss of our beloveds to death, the changing climate that we fear may one day cease to support human life, and so much more. In this service, Rev. Alison will provide us with … Continue reading Time & Space to Grieve & Lament
In June, representatives from UU congregations around the country and the world voted to revise the way the Unitarian Universalist Association bylaws talk about the purpose of our denomination. Rev. Alison will explore the way this new articulation of UU values builds on the previous Principles and dovetails beautifully with our mission at Saltwater Church … Continue reading Our Principles, Our Values, Our Mission
Join Rev. Alison and Saltwater’s Covenant of UU Pagans chapter as we honor the Celtic Pagan first harvest festival of Lammas, also called Lughnasadh (Lu-na-sah). The first days of August herald a time of abundance, and the full ripening of summertime. What is coming to fruition for you this high summer?
In Person: Playful Connections with Music Director Tom Burt Connect with others through singing games, movements activities, shared songs, and simple dances. Appropriate for all ages and abilities (movement aspects can be modified to accommodate diverse participants). Won’t you come out to play? Online: Storytelling and Spirituality with Rosie Olds Storytelling is a powerful way … Continue reading Playful Connections (in person), Stories & Spirituality (on Zoom)
In Person: Planting Seeds of Possibility with Community Minister Rev. Jennifer Alviar What can gardens teach us about caring for the Earth and caring for our souls through nature-based spiritual practices? Join us for an inspiring, community-building, seed-planting ritual service guided by these poetic words: “You are the gardener of your life, tend to what … Continue reading Planting Seeds (in person), Penning Words (on Zoom)
In Person: Qigong with Jean Spohn pronounced “chi gong,” was developed in China thousands of years ago as part of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body, mind, and spirit, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being. Qigong has both psychological and physical components and involves … Continue reading Mindful Embodiment: Qigong (in person) & Yoga (on Zoom)
In person: Accessible Swing Dance Basic Lesson Please join Lua Wolf for their first swing dance teaching experience! They write, “I have been swing dancing for seven years. I started dancing with Tri-Town Swing in Kennewick Washington, and decided to move to this area once I realized that Kennewick does not offer enough dancing for … Continue reading Swing Dance for Every Body (in person) & Pair Sharing (on Zoom)
We will start our Joyful Connection Series on June 30th . Miriam Woito will begin the service briefly in the sanctuary with a meditation, chanting, and Margret Knasiak will play her crystal bowl. We will then go to the welcome room to create a piece of Neurographic art. This is a very simple yet powerful … Continue reading Neurographic Art
