Speaker: Rev. Bill Sinkford

In the Beginning…1619

Sunday, February 21, 10:15 AM Rev. Bill Sinkford

A new employee—who was white—walked into the bakery where Jabari Jones worked. They introduced themselves. “Jabari? Are you American?” The new employee asked. “Yeaaaaaaa.” (tentatively), Jones, who is African American, … Continue reading In the Beginning…1619

Valentine and Other Saints

Sunday, February 14, 10:15 AM Rev. Bill Sinkford

Show us how to love. We must learn how to love. Amen to that. Happy Valentine’s Day. This holiday calls us to express the love that we feel…and I am … Continue reading Valentine and Other Saints

Bending the Arc: Lessons and Lapses

Sunday, January 31, 10:15 AM Rev. Bill Sinkford, Rev. Meg Riley

Rev. Meg Riley and Rev. Bill will dialogue about Unitarian Universalist progress toward Beloved Community and the tests that remain ahead. Rev. Meg Riley was installed as Co-Moderator and Chief … Continue reading Bending the Arc: Lessons and Lapses

But Now We See

Sunday, January 10, 10:15 AM Rev. Bill Sinkford

What a week. Tuesday. Rev. Raphael Warnock is declared one of two new Senators from the state of Georgia. The first Black Senator ever from a state known for voter … Continue reading But Now We See

Something More Deeply Interfused

Sunday, January 3, 10:15 AM Rev. Bill Sinkford

Can you feel it? The Spirit? Did you sense… a presence? Moving? An energy that is yours…but not yours alone? Have you felt that quality of presence before? Do you … Continue reading Something More Deeply Interfused

Christmas Pageant – 2019 Rebroadcast

Sunday, December 27, 10:15 AM Rev. Bill Sinkford

Rebroadcast of the 2019 Christmas Pageant, a wonderful and joyous tradition at First Unitarian Portland.

Family Christmas Eve Service

Thursday, December 24, 2020 at 4 PM Cassandra Scheffman, Director of Family Ministries, Rev. Bill Sinkford

Join us for a Family Christmas Eve full of carols and stories. Sing along at home, light a candle with us, and lift your spirits with joy and possibility. Hear … Continue reading Family Christmas Eve Service

Candlelight Christmas Eve Service

Thursday, December 24 2020 at 8 PM Rev. Bill Sinkford

And the time came “for [Mary] to be delivered. And she gave birth to her first born son and wrapped him in swaddling clothes [literally in “bands of cloth” that’s … Continue reading Candlelight Christmas Eve Service

Turning Toward Hope

Sunday, December 20, 2020 at 10:15 AM Rev. Bill Sinkford

It is the season of turning. The Winter Solstice is tomorrow when the gradual lengthening of the night’s darkness reaches its peak…the longest night of the year. And the cycle … Continue reading Turning Toward Hope

Waiting for a Miracle

Sunday, December 6, 2020 at 10:15 AM Rev. Bill Sinkford

Just wait, till you see what’s next…just wait. We are connected in mystery and miracle. Just wait. You’ll see. Coming soon. Coming now. Just wait. Author Casey Gerald writes of … Continue reading Waiting for a Miracle

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