Topic: Mystery

Mystical Experience, Healing and Spirituality

A curious relationship between mystical experiences and healing have been investigated in recent psychological science. In studies where participants have experienced mystical type experiences, subjects have rated these experiences among the most meaningful in their lives, and the intensity of these experiences are associated with significant reductions of depression. In this service, we will explore … Continue reading Mystical Experience, Healing and Spirituality

A Mysterious Appearance

As we approach “the holidays,” many commemorating mysterious experiences in religious stories, this service will explore a modern, urban story of mystery, worthy of its own songs and carols. Even though we don’t live in biblical times, magic is still possible! And stay after the service to help hang the greens around the building. Click … Continue reading A Mysterious Appearance

Everything is Fine! Reflections on “The Good Place”

In the television program “The Good Place,” Eleanor Shellstrop dies and ends up in The Good Place. The problem is that the life that landed her there was lived by someone else. While this is the situation that drives this modern comedy, the show “The Good Place” raises eternal questions beyond the humor and drama … Continue reading Everything is Fine! Reflections on “The Good Place”

Music Sunday

This Music Sunday we explore and celebrate mystery. We celebrate the mystery and miracle of Hanukkah and Christmas, the mysterious power of music, and the mysterious wonder that is life. We explore this mystery through music of all kinds: celebratory music, beautiful music, joyful music and mysterious music. The adult and youth choir will sing … Continue reading Music Sunday