Sermons for the Journey Podcast

As we revisit the Exodus story, how might Pharaoh be a metaphor for narcissism? What happens when our hearts are hard to the feelings and needs of others? What happens when we won't listen? Get full access to Sermons for the Journey at revalexjensen.substack.com/subscribe

Our third and final JETPIG service on the letters I (Interdependence) and G (Generosity). Let's bid our fellow jetpig farewell as we reflect on how Love is at the center of all we do. Get full access to Sermons for the Journey at revalexjensen.substack.com/subscribe

In this second of our JETPIG services, we're taking a look at the letters T (Transformation) and P (Pluralism). Why do Unitarian Universalists value these concepts? Amongst the world traditions, how does this make our faith unique? Sermon from UUCGT's Service on Sunday, Mar. 23, 2025. Preached by the Rev. Alex Jensen, Senior Minister at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Grand Traverse (UU...

The first service in our JETPIG series celebrating the new values in the UUA's Article II Study Commission's report. This Sunday, we explore the letters J (Justice) and E (Equity) and what these mean for Unitarian Universalists. Rumor has it, we'll have an actual jetpig join us... Get full access to Sermons for the Journey at revalexjensen.substack.com/subscribe

This sermon was originally preached back in November, the Sunday before the 2024 election… This month, the new Wicked movie comes out. All eyes are on the polls this election. What can we do to protect and preserve democracy? What could be at stake for our country's conscience and our republic's future? Get full access to Sermons for the Journey at revalexjensen.substack.com/subscribe

This Lent, join in a self-care journey and tune-up! While traditional practices of Lent center around deprivation, what about adding in care practices instead? How might spiritual practices and self-care be one and the same? Those interested in working through the book Sacred Self-Care are welcomed to join for a weekly time of sharing together. Get full access to Sermons for the Journey at revalex...

So often we tell about the spirituality and teachings of our white Universalist forbearers. What is a Universalism rooted in Blackness? What other strands in our Universalist heritage show us a fuller, more complex theological picture? Sermon from UUCGT's Service on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. Preached by the Rev. Alex Jensen, Senior Minister at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Grand Traverse...

What is at the heart of our vision for a collective liberation? What does it take to actually get there? This Sunday, we look toward this goal for our society and world. What can each of us to to further this cause for all people? Get full access to Sermons for the Journey at revalexjensen.substack.com/subscribe

Many of the world's traditions point to social justice as required for living into faith. How might we understand the sacred tradition of social justice beyond any single tradition? What is our UU justice tradition? Sermon from UUCGT's Service on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Preached by the Rev. Alex Jensen, Senior Minister at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Grand Traverse (UUCGT), Travers...

An essential set of guidelines and values for each Scout, the Scout Laws of the Girl Scouts of America and Scouting America offer points on what it takes to live into a Spirit of Scouting. What can we learn from these laws? What points bring us challenge? What pieces are written on our hearts? Get full access to Sermons for the Journey at revalexjensen.substack.com/subscribe