Eyes on the Prize
“Trump’s Presidency has paved the way for a revolution against racism. … Just as the Abolitionists of the 1850’s demanded the immediate eradication of slavery, immediate equality must be the … Continue reading Eyes on the Prize
Author: Rev. Bill Sinkford
The Problem With Universalism
The Universalist promise that each of us, every one, has inherent worth is, for most of us, a bedrock of our religious commitment. We may have a hard time trusting … Continue reading The Problem With Universalism
Looking Back…and Forward
In a normal year, I would be at the UUA General Assembly now. I suppose in some sense I am “there,” though what that means is that I fit in … Continue reading Looking Back…and Forward
Rainbows and Butterflies
The Rainbow symbol and images of butterflies bracketed the phrase, “All Black Lives Matter,” on the long banner held across the plaza in front of the Supreme Court this morning. … Continue reading Rainbows and Butterflies
Defund the Police
We have a chance, here in Portland and in this nation, to begin a process of real change. The unavoidable awareness of police murders of Black citizens and the brutality … Continue reading Defund the Police
From Peaceful Protest to Police Violence
Our ministry commits to staying connected with the congregation through weekly spiritual reflections, and today’s comes in the form of a report on the experience of public witness by Dana … Continue reading From Peaceful Protest to Police Violence
Eyes on the Prize
As protests continue here in Portland and across the nation, there is much that needs to be said. I want to begin with the basics. Justice has always been a … Continue reading Eyes on the Prize
All Evidence to the Contrary
Imagine: A Black police officer forces his knee onto the neck of a white man, in handcuffs, lying face down on the pavement. His knee keeps pressing down harder and … Continue reading All Evidence to the Contrary
Looking Forward
As energy builds to “re-open” the nation, the question for First Unitarian is when we might imagine “re-opening” the church. When can we return to worshipping in the sanctuary? When … Continue reading Looking Forward
Just Human Nature
The Lord of the Flies offers a grim and pessimistic portrayal of human nature. The “darkness [of the human] heart,” to use the author’s phrase, is revealed when a group … Continue reading Just Human Nature