Author: Donna Deacon

Unitarian Universalist History

Catch up on your Unitarian Universalist history this summer.

Denomination History

Your bookstore has several titles, the newest is a just published two-volume history entitled “A Documentary History of Unitarian Universalism” edited by Dan McKanan. Volume I is prior to 1900; Volume II 1900-present.  $20 per volume.

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Climate Change IS Real

The bookstore has some excellent books on the the reality of global warming and climate change.  Whether you are looking for specific steps that can be taken, the pull between business and the environment, or our moral obligation to do the right thing for our … read more.

Our Transcendental Roots

A class in May is exploring the lives of Thoreau, Emerson, Fuller and Peabody.  The bookstore has several books to expand your knowledge of these well-known transcendentalists.  Here are some that we carry:

The Peabody Sisters: Three Women Who Ignited American Romanticism by Megan Marshall  This … read more.

Writing as Spiritual Practice

A class on this topic is happening four Wednesdays in May, 2017.  Our bookstore has two books on this topic.

The Pen and the Bell: Mindful Writing in a Busy World by Holly Hughes  $15

 

Writing – The Sacred Art: Beyond the page to Spiritual Practice by Rami … read more.

Uprooting Racism

The Rev. Lissa Anne Gundlach was our guest preacher on Sunday, April 30.  She reminded us of the importance of examining racism within ourselves, our church, our denomination and our city, state and country.  She recommended a book that we carry in our bookstore: “Uprooting … read more.

Raise Your Voice – with Postcard Action Kits

Activism Made Fun, Easy and Beautiful!  When you write your elected officials, why not use a bold postcard to send your message?

Full color postcards are available in themed packs of 18.  Choose from collections with a focus on:  the Environment; Women’s Equality; Earn My Vote; … read more.

Mother’s Day is May 14

Mother’s Day is May 14, and we have wonderful and unique cards to give to that special “mother” in your life – created by Waterknot Cards.  Do you want endearing or funny?  Lots of styles to choose from.  Find them in your Beacon Bookstore.

April is National Poetry Month

Did you know that April is National Poetry Month?  Your Beacon bookstore carries some great poetry titles for adults and children alike.

We carry several titles by Mary Oliver, a beloved poet of many of our congregants:  A Thousand Mornings, Why I Wake Early, and both … read more.

“Hallelujah”

Hallelujah (and Alleluia) infused the Easter service message this year.  And Anne Lamott has just published her latest book titled:  Hallelujah Anyway:  Rediscovering Mercy.

In Hallelujah Anyway: Rediscovering Mercy Lamott ventures to explore where to find meaning in life.

“Mercy is radical kindness,” Anne Lamott writes in her … read more.

Earth Day is April 22

Yes, climate change IS real, and these books help us understand that reality better.  These books (and others) are available in our bookstore.

Climate Change: What Everyone Needs to Know by Joseph Romm

“An up-to-date, comprehensive examination of the science behind climate change, what these environmental issues mean … read more.