Sermons

Bystander or Upstander

Sermon Date: 
Nov 5, 2023

This service was led by a special guest with a very important message. Greg is in his sixth year of teaching social studies at Kennebunk High School, where he currently teaches courses on modern history, government, and racism. He has also proudly spent the past half decade assisting the Civil Rights Team as they attempt to improve our community's understanding and handling of vulnerable and targeted groups.

Indegineous Day Celebration

Sermon Date: 
Oct 9, 2023

This service was led by our guests Marylyn Wentworth and Pine Beers celebrating folks who deserve much respect and honor.

Three Billboards Outside Providence RI.

Sermon Date: 
Oct 1, 2023

This service was led by the Reverend Steve Burt as a special guest. The audio is somewhat garbled because we had technical difficulties. Please refer to the excerpts below if have trouble listening. 

 One day [I] passed Billboard #1: Jesus loves you. Is the feeling mutual? [I thought back to my early years,] that stage we call pre-critical naivety, when believing is effortless and unquestioned. And why not? It comes from trusted adults, reinforced by the culture. …  

The History of Our Building: Its Place on Main St.

Sermon Date: 
Sep 24, 2023

In honor of the church building’s 250th year, the Worship Committee and the 250th Anniversary Committee invited the Rev. Peter T. Richardson to join us as our guest minister and speaker for the entire morning Sunday, Sept. 24. His topic is “Kennebunk’s Treasure.”

Take-Home Messages From the Buddha

Sermon Date: 
Sep 10, 2023

This service was led by our guest speaker and member, Patrick Patrick. A long time teacher in Yoga meditation methods and following, he gave much inspiring messages originated by the Buddhism practice to enrich our lives in this and every moment.

The Housing Crisis

Sermon Date: 
Sep 3, 2023

For one of our summer lay-led services, Tiffany Kane speaks to us about housing inequality and the lack of affordable housing.

MUUSAN

Sermon Date: 
Aug 27, 2023

This service was led by Marylyn Wentworth and Ted Trainer. Encouraging people to join in the efforts for Maine UUs in helping those in need.

Pole Vaulting

Sermon Date: 
Jul 9, 2023

This service was led by Bob Lown and focused on his experiences and memories on pole vaulting.

Finding Joy at the Edges of Grief

Sermon Date: 
Jul 16, 2023

This service was led by Elizabeth Straka. 

Pole Vaulting

Sermon Date: 
Jul 9, 2023

This service was led by Bob Lown and focused on his experiences and memories on pole vaulting.

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