Wavelengths: A WUU Podcast

Come listen to a WUU service! The Jewish scriptures tell the story of the prophet Elijah, who fled violence and found shelter far from home. Today, we invite his story to inspire us as we work to create safe shelter for others. Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig, Minister Nicki Peet, Worship Associate Austen Petersen, Director of Religious Education Dave Robbins, Assistant Director of Music, Piano WUU Choir...

Come listen to a WUU service! What are we doing when we're sitting still? If you struggle with boredom or restlessness during periods of silence, or even if you'd describe yourself as a terrible meditator, you're not alone and you are welcome here! Today, we'll offer practical tips for how to embrace silence and stillness, and reflections on what you might have to gain. Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig, M...

Come listen to a WUU service! The basis of this sermon will come from the 250th Odu of the sacred Ifa corpus. In Ofun Otura there is a fated meeting of Arira and Osoro, two different individuals looking for the same thing. Will they put aside their differences and take advantage of the window of opportunity to create a new beginning? Omiyẹmi (Artisia) Green, Guest Worship Leader Paulette Amory, Pi...

Come listen to a WUU service! We've never had a Thanksgiving quite like this. As the pandemic continues, families and loved ones are missing each other and facing difficult choices. Meanwhile, we're growing in our awareness that the traditional Thanksgiving story many of us grew up with was only a brief chapter in a much bigger story of conquest. But the ancient impulse to give thanks remains. Let...

Come listen to a WUU service! Our annual St. Cecilia music service returns, in virtual form, as our WUU Choir, Dave Robbins, and other musical guests perform a potpourri of special music. Listen in and be inspired! Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig, Minister Dr. Jamie Bartlett, Director of Music Susan Marcinkus, Worship Associate Botetourt Chamber Singers Dave Robbins, Assistant Director of Music, Piano WU...

Come listen to a WUU service! Today we regroup and ponder what's next for our country and our communities. How can we help ourselves and our neighbors heal? Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig, Minister Nan Hart, Worship Associate Austen Petersen, Director of Religious Education Dave Robbins, Assistant Director of Music, Piano Dr. Glen Thomas Rideout, Director of Worship and Music, First UU Congregation of A...

Come listen to a WUU service! As we prepare for Election Day, we honor All Souls Day and draw strength from our memories of beloved ancestors, who lived through many challenges and still have lessons to teach us. Rev. Laura Horton-Ludwig, Minister Susan Marcinkus, Worship Associate Austen Petersen, Director of Religious Education WUU Choir, directed by Dr. Jamie Bartlett, Director of Music Dave Ro...