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Where do we come from? What are we? Where are we going? -- A Mid-Year Reflection

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In this inspiring mid-year reflection, *Peter Racine* dives into three of life’s most profound questions: “Where do we come from? What are we? Where are we going?” Grounded in Unitarian Universalist values, Peter explores the power of legacy, the paradox of our shared spiritual identity, and what it means to boldly chart a path forward as a free-thinking, justice-oriented community.

Key Sermon Highlights

• Where Do We Come From? A look at our legacy—both the positive inheritance of intellectual freedom and democratic principles, and an honest, unvarnished acknowledgment of history and its shortcomings.
• What Are We? An exploration of our essence as a caring, rational community that beautifully bridges the secular, the spiritual, and the mystical.
• Where Are We Going? A teaser for what lies ahead! While the deep dive into our future continues in September, we are stepping into a summer series focused on “resistance and resilience”.

Exciting Community Updates Mentioned

• New Spaces: The social hall gathering space will be completed this summer, and the elevator will be fully in service by the end of the summer!
• Get Involved: Keep an eye out for the Social and Community Activities survey releasing at the end of July.
• Spreading the Word: Look out for our upcoming fall advertising campaigns on WJCT and social media.
• A Safe Space to Grow: We are a strength-based community that proudly supports independent spiritual journeys. Whether you are a newcomer, a teenager, or a family looking for a place where you can think freely without judgment, you belong here.