After retelling three Buddhist stories, or Jataka Tales, I’ll talk about how those old stories might still offer wisdom for today’s world. The three stories are “The Quails and the Net,” “The Dhak Tree,” and “King Usinara and the Huge Hound.”  All are welcome.

Many people believe human beings have a pre-ordained essence — some Christians talk about original sin, some atheists talk about biological destiny. Another belief has it that we humans define our own essence through our actions. Part two of a two part series.  All are welcome!

Many people believe human beings have a pre-ordained essence — some Christians talk about original sin, some atheists talk about biological destiny. Another belief has it that we humans define our own essence through our actions. Part one of a two part series.

Our congregation started as a Puritan church. Over time, it has evolved into a non-creedal, “post-Christian” congregation. How did that happen? [Based on a question from last April’s Question Box Sermon.]