Sermon by RevJ Kwong, online only. Is there a difference between being an “ally” vs. an “advocate?” What does it mean to claim that my liberation is tied to yours? […]
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Shared Power
Sermon by RevJ Kwong, online and in-person at Neighbourhood UU Congregation, 310 Danforth Ave. The dominant power seems to be coercive or a “power-over” instead of “power with” or shared […]
Read moreLessons from a Sabbatical
Sermon by RevJ Kwong, online only. In 2022, I took my first sabbatical ever. This word comes from “sabbath–” a day of rest in Judaism. How might a sabbatical change […]
Read moreA Tale of Two Congregations
Sermon by RevJ Kwong online only. (In-person service at Neighbourhood UU Congregation cancelled due to the weather.) How did Neighbourhood UU Congregation come about? Hear the stories of interdependence and […]
Read moreAn Encounter with Winter
Sermon by RevJ Kwong, online only. Growing up in a tropical country, I never really knew what winter was like except for what I saw on TV or heard about […]
Read moreMore Than A Single Story
Sermon by RevJ Kwong, online only. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie gave a powerful Ted Talk over a decade ago about the danger of a single story. How can we hold our […]
Read moreThe Story of Us
Sermon by RevJ Kwong, online only. During my time as an Interfaith Organizer in California, I went around the state with Courage Campaign to educate LGBTQ+ activists on the power […]
Read moreFire Communion
Sermon by RevJ Kwong, at 2 pm online and in-person at Neighbourhood UU, 310 Danforth Ave. Are there events and stories in your life that no longer serve you well? […]
Read moreChristmas Eve: Every Child is Sacred (adult)
Sermon by RevJ Kwong, online and in-person at Neighbourhood UU, 310 Danforth Ave. Our later service will be a more contemplative space with a short homily, with additional music provided […]
Read moreChristmas Eve: Every Child is Sacred (family friendly)
Sermon by RevJ Kwong, online and in-person at Neighbourhood UU, 310 Danforth Ave. Our earlier service will be a lively and intentionally family-friendly experience, with carol singing, storytelling, and lots […]
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