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#Living earth lancaster windows
The stained glass windows name historical women grouped in categories as Mothers, Angels of Caring, Teachers, Scientists, Healers, etc. Both focus on the sacredness of the present world rather than on the afterlife.Ĭovenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans: Īt UUCL, the Sanctuary extension is named The Women’s Memorial Room as designated by our founders more than a hundred years ago. Both Paganism and Unitarian Universalism honor the inherent worth and dignity of all people, encourage direct experience of mystery and wonder, and honor the interconnected web of all existence. Many Pagans have found spiritual homes in Unitarian Universalist congregations and many UU’s have found earth-center theology in their search for truth and meaning. Many Pagans fight stereotypes of “Satanism” and “Devil-worship”, though these concepts have little to do with modern Paganism. Recognizing that change is an inherent part of reality, Pagans attempt to control some changes for their own purposes or for their perception of the greater good. Because of a deep belief in the interconnectedness between all things, animate and inanimate, many Pagans view themselves as co-creators of reality. There is a deliberate intention to make changes in the world. They are encouraged to connect directly to the Divine through their own spiritual practice. They are encouraged to honor their own experience above all else. Sexuality and the body are considered sacred. Pagans hold a strong belief in humanity’s “original blessedness” rather than “original sin”. Many honor the duality between a female Goddess and the male God. Pagans find inspiration in all world mythologies. By honoring these cycles through rituals, Pagans have the opportunity to participate in the sacredness of nature. Nearly every Earth-centered tradition honors the sanctity of nature as it manifests through the seasonal cycle of the year and the four elements of earth, air, fire, and water. The practices, celebrations and ministries create caring and healing communities to support the planet and live our best life.Īt UUCL we hold earth holiday celebrations and pagan rituals to celebrate the seasons’ arrivals and passing with music, meditation, chants, dances and readings within a sacred circle.
The earth is sacred and its spirituality is universal and inclusive. We learn to Represent and interact with the natural world that surrounds us, therefore grounding and honoring spirit in the rhythms of nature. This personification of spirit, as goddess and God, connects our consciousness of all living things to a language of the heart and soul. The concept of the earth as a Living Being, Gaia, is ancient. Earth spirituality arises from the understanding that we are not separate from nature, but ARE, nature. It is also a manifestation of nature’s constant cycle of energy to support life on earth. The Web is a Unitarian Universalist symbol of interdependence and interconnectedness of all earthly beings. Today, we honor these ancestral traditions and our vital connection to Mother Earth. Originally these fire festivals were agriculturally significant, based on planting, cultivating, harvesting, and storing food.
The major earth holidays are the solstices, which represent the longest and shortest days of the year, and the equinoxes, which mark the beginning of spring and fall, when day and night are equal. The Wheel of the Year refers to the cycles of the sun, the turning of the seasons and the core cycles of birth, death, and regeneration.
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