December 2015
Issue No. 35
Personal Theology
Sundays mornings at 10:00 a.m. in the Fireside Room
Please check the website (http://uucb.org/adults/personal-theology.html) for updates and changes.
The Personal Theology program was founded by Bernard Loomer, former Dean of the Divinity School at University of
Chicago and leader in Process Theology. It was led by Martha Helming from 1991 to 2013. Participants listen to and
engage with theological and spiritual leaders, as well as present their own topics and spiritual journeys. Seminars
pursue the UU values of drawing inspiration from diverse traditions and deepening the spiritual life. This program is
supported by contributions from the audience.
Personal Theology Committee: Barbara Rockhold, Chairperson; Gloria Merrill, Treasurer; Ann Wardell, Barbara
Noorish; Dave Rockhold, Dwight Merrill, audio technicians.
Winter / Spring 2015-16 Seminars
February 7: Rev. László Major, current Balázs Scholar at Starr King School for the Ministry; studied in
Transylvania; Parish Minister at Unitarian Congregation of Dakt. “Simplicity is the Ultimate Sophistication.”
February 14: Susan Moon, writer, editor and lay teacher in the Soto Zen tradition; author of a number of books
about Buddhism, including The Hidden Lamp: Stories from Twenty-Five Centuries of Awakened Women. “What Does
Death Have to Teach the Living?”
February 21: Nancy Abrams, lawyer, author of several books, activist, scientist and philosopher, Fulbright Scholar;
was interviewed by Deepak Chopra as part of his Deepak Homebase series and has lectured at NASA. “A God That
Could be Real in the Scientific Universe.”
February 28: Nicoletta Karam, Bay area educator with a PhD in Arab-American history; author of The 9/11
Backlash and other writings. “Kahlil Gibran’s ‘Pen Bond’: Feminism and Spirituality in Jazz-Age New York.”
March 6: Bill Garrett, past professor of religion and philosophy at JFK University and UC Berkeley; now teaches
through the Osher Lifelong Learning Program. “Jonathan Haidt’s ‘The Righteous Mind: Why Good People are Divided
by Politics and Religion’.”
March 13: Bill Garrett, (see bio above). Research on the intersection of dog evolution with the story of humanity.
“The Human/Dog Story: a Tail with a Heart.”
March 20: Matthew Fox, internationally acclaimed spiritual theologian, Episcopal priest, activist, author and
professor; founder of University of Creation Spirituality. “Sins of the Spirit, Blessings of the Flesh: Lessons for
Transforming Evil in Soul and Society.”
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March 27: Beverly Allen in conversation with Frank Ferrante, Beverly is a PhD, Professor Emerita at Syracuse
University; visiting professor at Stanford; and author. Frank is an award-winning author of May I Be Frank.
“Transformation: Not for the Faint of Heart.”
April 3: Rev. Cathleen Cox, Community Minister for UUCB, spiritual director, teacher, certified dream worker and
workshop facilitator; 2002 recipient of the Margaret Fuller Award of UU Women’s Federation.“Who Stole Jesus?”
April 10: Rabbi Harry Manhoff, Congregational Rabbi at Temple Beth Sholom in San Leandro; author; lecturer at
St. Mary’s College; doctorate in the New Testament. “The Siddur: Jewish Prayer, its History and Interpretation.”
April 17: James O’Hara, author of In the Land of Shiva; former Catholic Brother and teacher whose life changed
when he visited India and Nepal. “Beyond Belief and Religion: a Seven Year Journey in India and Nepal.”
April 24: Rhonda Servin, artist and writer; storyteller; book in progress titled U: The Universe Chronicles; UUCB
member. “The Universe: The Ultimate Superhero.”
May 1: Ibrahim Farajajé, Provost and Professor of Cultural Studies and Islamic Studies at Starr King School for
the Ministry; Senior Research Analyst. “Unitarian Universalist Muslims: Muslims-in-Intersection.”
May 8: Alex Pappas, author; retired teacher of World Religions at College of Alameda; avid student of the ancient
traditions and Theosophy. “Heaven and Nirvana: Duality and Non-Duality in the World Religions.” (Pt. 1)
May 15: Alex Pappas, (see bio above). “Heaven and Nirvana: Duality and Non-Duality in the World Religions.” (Pt.
2)
May 22: Sara Lefkowitz, RN, BSN, MPA, Nurse Educator; facilitator in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction; active
in SF Area Tara Mandala Sangha. “In Search of the Enlightened Feminine: My Journey through Paganism to Tibetan
Buddhism and other Important Spiritual Adventures.”
May 29: Sister Carmel (Marguerite Crimmins), Carmelite Monastery in Kensington, CA; worked in education and
prison ministry and has done restorative justice work in San Quentin. “Called to Compassion and Mercy.”
Wisdom Workshops
For over twenty five years UUCB has offered classes and workshops that express the Unitarian Universalist value of
drawing inspiration from diverse faiths, philosophies and various wisdom traditions. As we develop psychologically,
emotionally and sacredly, our social actions become more compassionate. Classes and workshops provide an
environment for the realization and enhancement of our connection with the larger reality in which we live. Anyone
interested in pursuing transformative experiences may enroll.
Coordinator: Lonnie Moseley; Advisor: Lynnette Delgado; Past Mentor: Martha Helming
The Best of Myth at the Movies
First Tuesday of the month, October 6, 2015 – June 7, 2016
7 – 9:15 p.m., Fireside Room
Movie discussion led by Dr. Richard Stromer
Suggested Donation: $ 60 for series, $ 8 for individual sessions.
Information: Richard Stromer, (510) 682‐6302
To register, email Lonnie Moseley or call (510) 655‐1444.
Cinema is a powerful and captivating medium for exploring the mythic, archetypal nature of our
experience as human beings. This class will continue to explore the rich variety of mythic and
archetypal themes and characters from the world of film.
This year’s series is The BEST of Myth at the Movies, where the most popular and mythically rich movies from our
other years will be discussed.
During the series, we will engage in lively discussions with Dr. Stromer about the overt and hidden symbols and
themes in these movies. By the end of the series you will be better able to recognize in any movie the themes and
symbols that the writers and directors so skillfully encoded in these works of cinematic art.
This will be a fun and engaging year of movie discussions. Treat yourself.
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Note: Movies are not shown in these sessions. Please watch the movie(s) at home or with friends, then
join us for a lively discussion. Online movie streaming services include Amazon Streaming Video and NetFlix. Or,
for 10 Alternatives to Netflix, see http://www.netflixalternative.com/top-10-netflix-alternatives/
Oct 6– Field of Dreams Nov 3– American Beauty
Dec 1– Babette's Feast
Jan 5– Birdman
Feb 2– Cinema Paradiso
Mar 1 – Pleasantville
Apr 5– Chinatown
May 10 – To Kill a Mockingbird (2nd Tuesday) Jun 7– Groundhog Day
Richard Stromer has a doctorate in mythological studies viewed from the perspectives of both world sacred traditions
and depth psychology. He has a counselling and teaching practice based in Oakland that specializes in the
application of the concept of personal mythology to issues of psychological and spiritual development. For the past
eight years, he has been teaching myth classes at UUCB. To learn more about his approach to working with myth,
please refer to his website: www.soulmyths.com
Active Imagination in the World – A Practical Method
Saturday, January 16, 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m., FiresideRoom
Led by Dr. Lori Goldrich
Suggested Donation: $ 30 (includes artistic materials)
To register, email Lonnie Moseley or call (510) 655‐1444.
Active Imagination in the World—A Practical Method will focus on the practical use of C.G.
Jung’s method of active imagination as a pathway to bring what is arising in each of us
somatically and on a feeling level into the world.
This technique is a way to “live images in life.” By images we mean archetypes that are alive in us as feelings,
intuitions, thoughts, and sensations.
There are so many important things happening in the personal, cultural, and collective psyche at this time that I feel
it is vitally important to have at hand a practical method to connect the inner images with outer events, and outer
happenings with inner happenings.
By learning how to apply this integrative method, the workshop participant will come to see that the self and world
form an interconnected unity. Archetypes are not only inner images, they are social and environmental factors that
are potentially active in the world.
Images from our imagination and dreams need to be worked with in living reality, which means that they need to be
evoked and reflected upon in relationships and in the natural world, such as in the experience of beholding a great
redwood tree and its age-old history; the tree being an archetype that is alive with numinosity and meaning.
This experiential workshop will make this linkage between psyche and the world clear. The participant will come to
see that the two worlds, inner and outer, are non-dual. We will utilize the practice of active imagination to
accomplish this task, which will include body-focusing exercises and creative modalities such as drawing and writing,
as well as integrating our experience through dialogue together. (No artistic experience is necessary.)
Lori Goldrich, PhD, is a Jungian analyst and clinical psychologist in private practice. She is a music therapist and
registered expressive arts therapist, with 30 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples and
groups. Her extensive personal background in exploring psyche and the creative arts informs her work, along with
her deep interest in exploring creative ways to connect psychologically and spiritually with currents of socio-politicalenvironmental events. Her contemporary analytic approach incorporates sandplay, movement, and other expressive
arts into her clinical practice. Lori helped form the International Expressive Arts Therapy Association and has
presented on active imagination in the Bay Area and nationally. She teaches at JFK University and the C.G. Jung
Institute of San Francisco.
One-Day Dream Workshop with Jeremy Taylor
Saturday, February 27, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Fireside Room
Led by Dr. Jeremy Taylor
Suggested Donation: $ 60
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To register: email
Lonnie Moseley or call (510) 655‐1444
This intense one-day dream workshop will introduce you to the power of dream work using the
technique, “In my imagined version of your dream.”
It will prepare you to work with, and understand, your dreams and the dreams of others. No
previous experience is required. Jeremy will draw from a hat the names of people who want to work on a dream. If
you wish to familiarize yourself with dream work, a good resource is Jeremy Taylor’s book, Where People Fly and
Water Runs Uphill.
Jeremy Taylor, M.A., D. Min., is an internationally recognized innovator of group process in dream work. He is also a
Unitarian Universalist minister. He has used dream work to promote peace between rival factions in Ireland and has
written several books on dream work. The latest is The Wisdom of Your Dreams: Using Dreams to Tap into Your
Unconscious and Transform Your Life. His earlier books, The Living Labyrinth: Universal Themes in Myths, Dreams
and the Symbolism of Waking Life, Where People Fly and Water Runs Uphill, and Dream Work, have been translated
into many languages. Jeremy teaches at many Universities and seminaries, including Starr King School for the
Ministry, which awarded him an honorary doctorate in Sacred Theology.
Jeremy Taylor Six-Week Dream Workshop
Six Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12 from 7:00 – 9:30 p.m., Fireside Room
Led by: Dr. Jeremy Taylor
Suggested Donation: $ 150, limited enrollment
To register, email Lonnie Moseley or call (510) 655‐1444.
This sought after small group is for people who have experience in Jeremy Taylor’s dream work. It will give you a
chance to deepen your dream work practice. UUCB Church members are given priority registration. If not a member
of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley (UUCB), please call or email Lonnie Moseley to get on the waiting
list.
Human Enhancement: To Gain the World or Lose Our Soul?
Saturday, March 26, 2016, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Fireside Room
Led by Dr. Bill Garrett
Suggested Donation: $20
To register email Lonnie Moseley or call (510) 655‐1444
Since 1900, the average life expectancy in the US has been extended by some 30 years. Part of
the story is medical and pharmaceutical progress. This is indisputably good news, and we are
grateful for it. But the human engagement with technology has gone far beyond the therapeutic.
In addition to treating disease, we now use technology in the project of enhancement.
Far beyond the familiar enhancements of using steroids to become stronger and plastic surgery to change our looks,
the near future holds the possibility to use pharmaceuticals to boost creativity and intelligence. In addition,
nanocomputers might be embedded in our brains to process and store information even faster― to the point, some
worry, at which the human and the technological become indistinguishable.
Popular biologist E. O. Wilson and other thoughtful critics are concerned that the road to human enhancement might
lead beyond what we today recognize as humanity― beyond what we cherish as human dignity.
The workshop is intended to provide you with a conceptual framework and the basic terminology of the “Project of
Enhancement.” There will be a presentation followed by vigorous discussion. No assumptions will be made about
“correct answers” to the urgent questions considered.
By the time you leave the workshop you will have understanding and information that will be essential to you taking
an active role in this vital cultural and political debate.
Bill Garrett, Ph.D, is past professor of Religion and Philosophy at JFK University and UC Berkeley. He now teaches
through the Osher Lifelong Learning Program.
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The Power of Conflict Resilience!
Saturday, April 9, 2016, 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Fireside Room
Led by Rev. Cathleen Cox
Suggested Donation: $20
To register email Lonnie Moseley or call (510) 655‐1444
Spiritual transformation happens when we bridge the gap between affirming our UU values in
principle and having the communication skills and underlying consciousness to live and model
them.
This is the work that makes our covenants real! Explore the transformative shift which builds
resilience and confidence in the face of rising tension, making it possible to work through conflicts and tough
decisions wherever they arise. Discover the path to solutions that really do benefit everyone!
This workshop will be highly interactive with a blend of presentation, discussion, role play and small group
exercises. Come prepared for learning, surprise, community - and fun!
Plan on leaving this workshop with a clear and accessible set of communication and problem solving tools that will
enable you to use conflict constructively. You’ll be able to stay positively and authentically connected to everyone in
a stressful situation (including yourself!) and help others do the same.
Rev. Cathleen Cox is a Community Minister for UUCB, spiritual director, teacher, certified dream worker and
workshop facilitator. Rev. "Cat" was the 2002 recipient of the Margaret Fuller Award of UU Women’s Federation. Her
website, "Path of Joy," offers articles and resources for living a life of joy.
Writing From the Universe Within
Saturday, May 14, 2016, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Fireside Room
Led by Rhonda Servin
Suggested Donation: $20
To register email Lonnie Moseley or call (510) 655‐1444
This workshop focuses on using your imagination and honoring its connection to the Universe
Within. There are so many stories within us and with a little prompting, they begin to pour out
and through us.
During our time together, I will present you with a prop, a poem, a person, or a prompt and
together we will let our imaginations play freely with the Universe Within.
It is my hope that at the end of this experience, you will have a deeper connection to that still small voice or to that
very large and flamboyant voice that you find in your writings.
When we share our stories during the workshop, I’m sure we will have a much better appreciation for all of our
differences and clearly see we are all one with the Universe.
Rhonda Servin is an artist, writer and storyteller. She is author of the upcoming book,” The Universe Chronicles.” A
member of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley, Rhonda’s passion for an authentic connection to the
universe is evident in her extensive art portfolio and wondrous stories she tells and helps other to find within
themselves.
Special Events and Celebrations, Winter / Spring 2015-16
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December 20
Messiah Sing-Along, 6:00 p.m.
December 24
Christmas Eve Candle Light Service, 5:00 and 10:00 p.m.
January 17
Arts Summit, 12:30 p.m.
February 7
Love Songs and Chocolate Concert, 1:00 p.m.
February 13
Love Songs and Chocolate Concert, 7:30 p.m.
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March 27
Easter Sunday - Egg Hunt and Breakfast, 9:30 a.m.
April 27
Passover Seder, 5:30 p.m.
April 16
Luminous Night of the Soul, 8:00 p.m. Kensington Symphony Orchestra with choirs from the
Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley and First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco
May 7
Spring Auction Event, 10:00 a.m.
June 12
Thank You Party for Rev. Greg, 12:15 p.m.
Come Explore the UU Church of Berkeley
Create Justice
Explore the Sacred
Unitarian Universalism has a proud history
fighting for justice – UU’s walked with King
at Selma; started the Red Cross, ACLU and
NAACP; stood for free speech, women’s
rights, environmental justice and LGBTQ
equality before they were trendy. Today
UUCB’s vibrant Social Justice Council
organizes members to create justice through
service and local action, focusing on such
issues as #blacklivesmatter, #dreamers,
income inequality, hunger and education.
Practice Rites of Passage
UUCB encourages growth through
diverse spiritual practices. Sunday
worship unites our community in a
time of shared reflection, rich music
and ministry. The view from our
terrace draws people into
contemplation. Our community
enriches our personal journeys through
groups and classes that explore the
sacred through ancient and new
traditions using music, chant,
meditation, movement, art, nature and
more.
Learn the Sacred
We bear witness to each others’ lives,
celebrating the joys of birth, marriage,
coming of age, graduation, and milestone
birthdays. We care for each other through
illness and loss. Our loving and supportive
community stretches across generations,
weaving connections as ancient as
humanity.
Our religious education classes for
adults and children explore the wisdom
of great traditions and thinkers.
Together, we seek truth and deep
meaning that helps us push back
against pervasive messages that serve
commercial interests but not humans.
We strive to help families raise
compassionate, caring and socially
aware kids, while also supporting adult
time for study and fun, including a
monthly 'date night'!!
1 Lawson Rd., Kensington CA 94707
510.525.0302 | info@uucb.org
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