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Sunday Morning Adult Round Table
2009 Archive of Programs


  • January 4, 2009
    "FINDING A UU SPIRITUAL PATH"
    "There are many paths up the spiritual mountain," the Hindu priest would say, "and they all reach the top."
    UU World Article, January/February, 2000

  • January 11, 2009
    "JESUS AND THE MODERN SEEKER"
    "Twenty centuries later, does it make sense for religious seekers to talk about having a relationship with a first-century religious teacher?"
    UU World Article, January/February, 2004

  • January 18, 2009
    CHANGING THE PRINCIPLES AND PURPOSES?
    Discuss the proposed revision of the UUA Principles and Purposes, the Sources of Our Living Tradition, and Statements of Non-discrimination and Freedom of Belief. The first vote on this revision is expected at General Assembly 2009. The revised draft is available online and in the volunteer area. Ben Luoma, Chair, Mission and Outreach Ministry.

  • January 25, 2009
    IMPROV WORKSHOP
    The spirituality of humor will be the focus of this multigenerational program, provided by the Religious Education Ministry. Artist in Residence, David Smith, III.

  • February 1, 2009
    "REASON AND REVERENCE"
    "A new religious humanism is emerging that offers depth, meaning, and purpose without sacrificing intellectual honesty or the spiritual dimension."
    UU World Article, Winter, 2006

  • February 8, 2009
    "THAT ELUSIVE MORE"
    "What do Unitarian Universalists need to go deeper?"
    UU World Article, January12, 2009

  • February 15, 2009
    "ASSEMBLY OF A LESSER GOD"
    "Belief and worship are powerful tools for organizing thought and behavior."
    UU World Article, Winter 2008

  • February 22, 2009
    CELEBRATING THE CREATIVE PROCESS
    Bring a favorite poem, short reading, song, or piece of art on the theme of winter or darkness. Tell the class how it touches your spirit. Rodney Walston, facilitator.

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  • March 1, 2009
    MULTIGENERATIONAL IMPROV GROUP
    Artist in Residence, David Smith, III, continues to explore the spirituality of humor in this multigenerational program in the Open Classroom, second floor, at 9:45am. Dress comfortably and leave your need for control and predictability at home. Come prepared to laugh!!

  • March 8, 2009
    CULT AWARENESS
    Dangerous cult, or merely a different spiritual path? How can we tell the difference? Jason Klueber, leader.

  • March 15, 2009
    ISLAM
    A monotheistic religion characterized by the acceptance of the doctrine of submission to God and to Muhammad as the chief and last prophet of God. Rev. Alma Crawford, leader.

  • March 22, 2009
    ISLAM
    A major world religion, Islam has over a billion followers. Rev. Alma Crawford, leader.

  • March 29, 2009
    MULTIGENERATIONAL IMPROV GROUP
    Artist in Residence, David Smith, III, continues to explore the spirituality of humor in this multigenerational program in the Open Classroom, second floor, at 9:45am. Dress comfortably and leave your need for control and predictability at home.
    Come prepared to laugh!!

  • April 5, 2009
    CELEBRATING THE CREATIVE PROCESS
    Bring a favorite poem, short reading, song, or piece of art on the theme of spring or dawn. Tell the class how it touches your spirit. Rodney Walston, facilitator.

  • April 12, 2009
    EASTER BREAKFAST
    No Program. Please join the Easter Breakfast, sponsored by the Youth Group.

  • April 19, 2009
    DISCUSSION ABOUT ADULT RE WITH MINISTERIAL CANDIDATE
    Ministerial candidate Rev. Dawn Cooley will introduce herself, describe her background, and discuss her thoughts on Adult Religious Education. Questions will be welcome.

  • April 26, 2009
    MULTIGENERATIONAL IMPROV GROUP
    Artist in Residence, David Smith, III Open Classroom, second floor, at 9:45am. Dress comfortably and leave your need for control and predictability at home. Come prepared to laugh!!

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  • May 3, 2009
    BRIDGES OF OHIO VALLELY
    Share stories of bridges you have crossed or built. Janice Molnar, facilitator.

  • May 10, 2009
    SCIENCE AND MYSTICISM
    Reconciliation of opposites -- quantum physics or alchemy? Complementarity - wave/particles or yin/yang? Once crystal clear distinctions between science and mysticism are growing a little fuzzy...or were they ever really that crystal clear? The Rev. Alma Crawford will lead the discussion.

  • May 17, 2009
    SCIENCE AND MYSTICISM
    The Rev. Alma Crawford will lead a continuation of the discussion.

  • May 24, 2009
    FEEDING THE HUNGRY
    Demand is up, while donations are down at local food banks. A guest speaker will share the challenges and rewards of providing this service.

  • May 31, 2009
    MULTIGENERATIONAL IMPROV GROUP
    Artist in Residence, David Smith, III. Open Classroom, second floor, at 9:45am. Dress comfortably and leave your need for control and predictability at home. Come prepared to laugh!!

SUMMER CONVERSATIONS
June 7 thru September 6, 2009

  • Lively chats and light-bulb moments will highlight this self-directed, informal, Sunday gathering for adults. Swap ideas about current events from the newspaper, articles from the UU World, or whatever topic bubbles to the surface that morning.
  • Join a special Summer Conversation on June 14 with the Balazs Scholar, Rev. Endre Nagy, Jr. and his wife Eva Patko. Rev. Nagy is a minister in Transylvania.
  • Summer meeting times are subject to change. Please check back regularly.
  • Round Table programming will resume on Ingathering Sunday.

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ROUND TABLE RESUMES
September 13, 2009

  • September 13, 2009
    SYMBOLISM OF FOOD
    The new season of Round Table programming begins with an Ingathering breakfast and glimpses into the powerful meanings people attach to food beyond simple nutrition.

  • September 20, 2009
    EMBRACING THE CALL
    Father Lawman Chibundi, a native of Zambia, will share his story, from his very difficult decision to leave the Roman Catholic Church to helping found Rabbouni Catholic Community here in Louisville.

  • September 27, 2009
    FIRE IS LIFE
    Symbolism from classical times to today. Kris Barkski, leader.

  • October 4, 2009
    SPIRIT OF LIFE: EXPLORING SPIRITUALITY FOR UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS
    Spirit of Life, Session 1. This “Tapestry of Faith” curriculum “seeks to…bring meaning, beauty, inclusivity, and growth to UU adults as they deepen their spiritual awareness and connections” within “four strands of religious growth: faith development, spiritual development, ethical development, and UU identity.” Multiple sessions.

  • October 11, 2009
    COMING OUT
    Personally accepting one's own truth about oneself is an intensely spiritual experience, as is disclosing that truth to others in one's circle of awareness. National Coming Out Day encourages bisexual, gay, lesbian, and/or transgender persons and straight allies to take the next step in their own coming out process.

  • October 18, 2009
    SING IN MY HEART: CELEBRATIONS AND RITUALS
    Spirit of Life, Session 2. Focus attention on spiritual moments experienced in celebrations and rituals. Name and explore experiences of wonder, awe, and connection experienced as individuals, as well as in family, group, and congregational life. Learn to create meaningful ritual.

  • October 25, 2009
    LOST AND FOUND
    For participants coming to UUism from different faith traditions, what rituals, beloved or otherwise, did you leave behind? What new rituals have you found? For participants whose faith tradition has always been UUism, have you lost rituals, beloved or otherwise, because new rituals took their place? What new rituals have you found because a newcomer brought it with them?

  • November 1, 2009
    UNICEF
    From Armenia to Zambia, UNICEF is advancing children’s rights – one vitamin A supplement, one new school, one HIV-free newborn at a time. 2009 is the 20th anniversary of the legally binding Convention on the Rights of the Child. Multi-generational Round Table. Children and youth grades K and older are encouraged to attend.

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  • November 8, 2009
    THE STIRRINGS OF COMPASSION: CARING FOR ONE ANOTHER
    Giving and receiving care and compassion can elicit spiritual moments. Recognize, practice, and claim your ability to exchange compassionate spiritual support with others. Spirit of Life, Session 3.

  • November 15, 2009
    THE EIGHTFOLD PATH
    The Venerable Nanda, a Buddhist monk native to Sri Lanka, and his associate, American Buddhist Gerry Stribling, will join us in a discussion of the Enlightened One and his teachings.

  • November 22 2009
    BLOW IN THE WIND, RISE IN THE SEA: NATURE AND SPIRIT
    Share experiences of wonder, awe, and connection in nature. Celebrate the natural world in its beauty and power. Explore humans’ relationship to the web of life and the rhythms of nature. Spirit of Life, Session 4.

  • November 29 2009
    MUSIC MOVES YOU HOW?
    Music is powerful. First Unitarian uses it every week to create religious experiences, But have you ever been surprised by an experience incited by a certain song? The discussion will focus on secular songs which have come to have religious meaning. Kris Barski, facilitator.

  • December 6, 2009
    JUDAISM 101
    First Unitarian sage, Rashba (Michael ben Avraham), will present the basics of Judaism in all its intellectual, auditory, and tactile varieties.

  • December 13, 2009
    MOVE IN THE HAND: LIVING OUR SPIRITUALITY IN OUR DAY-TO-DAY LIVES
    Discover ways to connect with the sacred in everyday living and bring awareness of the sacred to activities throughout the day. Spirit of Life, Session 5.

  • December 20, 2009
    PAGAN ROOTS OF CHRISTMAS
    Christmas celebrations include many more traditions than can be found in the Bible. Holly wreaths, fir trees, mistletoe, and Santa's flying reindeer are a few examples. What are the roots of these traditions? Kris Barski, program leader.

  • December 27, 2009
    PAGAN ROOTS OF CHRISTMAS
    With ancient Pagan practices at the root of so many current Christmas traditions, what are the implications for spiritual seekers? Kris Barski, program leader.

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Curricula Team

The Round Table Curricula Team plans Round Table programming, leads many programs, and arranges and assists additional speakers. Anyone interested in Sunday Morning Adult Round Table is welcome to join the Curricula Team or visit a curricula meeting. For more information, to offer or suggest a program, or to share your questions or comments, contact the Curricula Team by leaving a message at the church office.

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