Kensington Unitarians

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "Are we humans inevitably war-like? We held a two minute silence at 11am to honour all lives lost and harmed by warfare. Featuring readings given by Bobby Rebeiro and Harold Lorenzelli."

Service led by Jane Blackall: "Keith Ward, priest and theologian, has said: 'God is beyond all human concepts. The most that they can do is to point, very inadequately, towards God.' This view of God as unknown and unknowable is in keeping with the tradition of apophatic theology. In today's service we will consider what we can learn from this tradition and how it might be possible to speak of something which is beyond our capacity to comprehend through a process known as 'unsaying'. Featuring readings given by Antony Bunsee and Sonya Leite."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "As we honour through ritual those we love who have died, let's explore the strength of gratitude to lift our spirits and shape our living. Featuring a reading given by Harold Lorenzelli."

Service led by Jane Blackall and Congregation Members: "The more we express who we truly are, the more we show our vulnerabilities, the greater the authenticity of our being and the possibility of depths in our relatedness. Featuring readings given by Erica Zaiser, Bobby Rebeiro, Jeannene Powell and Sonya Leite, and music from Abby Lorimier."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "An opportunity to consider the meaning of charity, its connections with justice and the need for re-distribution of resources in complex societies. Can a 12th century Jewish philosopher help our understanding? Featuring a reading given by Mark Franklin."

Service led by Jeannene Powell: "In this service we'll be exploring the concept of 'Paying it Forward' and the impact it can have on communities and the world. Featuring a reading given by Brian Ellis."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "We express and experience generosity in all sorts of ways. Join us in celebration of all we receive and give in life. Featuring readings given by Harold Lorenzelli."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "How shall we best set our intentions for the future? Featuring a reading given by Brian Ellis."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "What can we learn from our Unitarian forebears who worked to improve social conditions? Featuring readings by Harold Lorenzelli."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker and Rev. Joy Croft: "Bring water from your summer travels or balcony or garden to contribute to our gathering the waters ceremony, as we consider what a church's purpose might be in the 21st century."

Service led by Jane Blackall: "In today's service we will be considering vocation, in its broadest sense: what is or has been your task or calling in life? What is it that you are in a unique position to contribute to the betterment of humanity or the unfolding of the universe? Featuring readings given by Tristan Jovanovic and Roy Clark."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "How loss in life sometimes leads to gain."

Service led by Tristan Jovanvoic: "In today's service we will be exploring a faith of questions. Separated from the traditional church, Christianity is an entirely different creature. A progressive religion for the future, with arms open to all, can be built on freedom, reason and tolerance."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "In today's service we'll consider the wisdom of humility and the value of pride. Featuring a reading by Tristan Jovanovic."

Service led by Jane Blackall: "When we make a mistake or wrong-turning in life it can be tempting to 'double-down' and dig ourselves into an ever deeper hole rather than admitting we are wrong and putting things right. In today's service of readings, reflections and hymns we will consider the societal forces which encourage this sort of behaviour and the spiritual practices which might nip it in the bud. Featuring readings given by Antony Bunsee, Harold Lorenzelli, and Veronica Needa."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "Where do we feel we belong? How do we identify with others? What matters most to us? How does our sense of belonging help shape our actions in the world? Please note that due to a technical hitch the start of the service was not recorded. It begins with a reading given by Antony Bunsee."

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "Honouring our Unitarian identity both at home and abroad as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of our much-loved church building. Featuring readings from District Minister Rev. Martin Whitell, Howard Hague, Antony Bunsee, and our Czech Unitarian guests."

Service led by Sarah Tinker and Jeannene Powell: "What helps us create a clear sense of self and how can we hold this both firmly and fluidly?"

Service led by Rev. Sarah Tinker: "As more people have to leave the places of their birth, how can we help one another and ourselves to feel 'at home' wherever we are? Featuring a reading by Jeannene Powell."

Service led by Jane Blackall: "Some people are wary of being labelled, and of labelling others, for fear of being boxed in or stereotyped as a result. In this service we will consider some of the ways in which labels can be liberating, helping us to know ourselves and understand others better. Featuring readings by Gina Bayley and Antony Bunsee."