Over twenty-five years ago, when Corinna and her husband decided to marry, they found the First UU Church of Austin and never left. Having been raised without a religious tradition, Unitarian Universalism is the only faith she has ever known. Corinna served First UU in many different capacities during her years there, and taught Sunday school classes for five. In early 2016, she decided to pursue becoming a Religious Educator as a vocation and interned both at First Church Austin and Live Oak UU for a year. In February of 2017, we commissioned Corinna as our first Director of Religious Education. It’s been a joy to have her bring her knowledge and skills to our San Gabriel community. She is currently in the UUA’s credentialing program, scheduled to become a Credentialed Religious Educator in April 2020.
Practicing Delight – Corinna Whiteaker-Lewis, Dir. Of Religious Education Our Soul Matters theme for June is “The Path of Delight” In a world that may often drive us to despair, let’s explore together how an intentional practice of joy and delight is necessary and life-saving. We will delightfully see you Sunday!
This Sunday, come explore our May Soul Matters theme “The Path of Creativity” and how it is an act of faith. Will crafts be involved? Maybe! See you Sunday!
Our Web of Life – DRE Corinna Whitaker-Lewis Be Sure to Join Us for our Upcoming Earth Day Service and Activities! On this celebration of Earth Day, let’s explore together how our UU faith calls us to uphold the interconnectedness of all life. After service join our Habitat Team for a literal exploration of our … Continue reading Our Web of Life
What do UUs believe? While we understand ourselves to be a covenantal, rather than a creedal faith, we can answer this question. And it’s important to be able to express what UUs believe to others. Come explore how we can best communicate the heart of Unitarian Universalism to family, friends, and yes, even strangers.
Our fellowship is a reflection of how we support each other in community. Come meet our new Right Relationship Team and learn how we can sustain San Gabriel in healthy ways.
As our nation honors Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of Beloved Community, we UUs continue to strive to make that vision real. How we engage that work is a reflection of our understanding of why we must undertake it. Come learn about the proposed changes to Article II of our UUA bylaws – where our seven principles and … Continue reading Article Two, What Does It Do?
This interactive and engaging service written by Rev. Erika Hewitt playfully explores the legend of the magi, reimagining the story to include their spouses, who also make the journey to Bethlehem. Presented by a cast of your fellow San Gabriel congregants, this story invites listeners to reflect on what calls us forward on our own … Continue reading Following Yonder Star
As UUs we have long viewed immigration as a moral issue and spoken out for immigrant justice. Let’s explore our theological grounding for this advocacy and learn how to speak up for migrant rights.
I’ve spoken about our interdependence before, and how that interdependence is embodied and lifted up by our UU faith. If we are in constant relationship to one another, how do we embrace that relationship to help us shape change, the change we wish to see in ourselves and the world around us? How is that … Continue reading Shaping Change
I’m honored to have been asked to continue Rev. Yandle’s “Traffic Light” sermon series this Sunday. So far this month we’ve contemplated how we rest and rejuvenate (Red Light) and also how we cultivate energy to live out our mission in the world (Green Light.) Now, how do we pace ourselves, and offer each other … Continue reading Yellow Light
