On February 21st, 2023, we kicked off the first in our speakers series on Religion and Socialism. We were joined by Talia Lú, who shared about “Where Do We Go? Futures of Religion and Socialism”

This is a recording of the event.

About our guest Talia Lú:
Talia holds a Master's Degree in library and information science, and a Bachelor's Degree in art history. She studies Jewish history, with an emphasis in anti-zionism, editorial cartoons and their impact on the working class, and communist history more generally. They have been speaking out against injustice for as long as she can remember, and firmly believes in Fred Hampton's statement that, "theory with no practice ain't shit”.

Where Do We Go? Futures Of Religion And Socialism (Event Recording)

Love at the Center - Sunday Reflection and Discussion

What does it mean to have love at the center of your life? Today’s podcast features a reflection and further discussion of our May 19th 2024 Service with Rev. Dr. Jonipher Kwong.

Time Stamps:
Reflection: 00:08
Discussion: 19:30

This podcast is part of our Sunday Reflection and Discussion series, where we share the reflections from our Sunday Services, with additional discussion about concepts found in the Service. 

The podcast in audio form can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/thefourthudimension

And on our YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/fourthuniversalistsociety

Learn more about Fourth Universalist Society at 4thu.org .

Love At The Center

Sacred Imagination : Sunday Reflection And Discussion

Sports as Civic Religion- Sunday Reflection and Discussion


The Olympics were originally a religious festival. Sports are often at the center of modern life. While no longer overtly religious, sports in modern life is shot through with all of the trappings of religion, especially as that which binds us together.  Exclusion from sports is not simply bullying but an attempt to exclude people from civic life. 
Our guest speaker today is Lily Carayannis who is a graduate of Union Theological Seminary. Her day job is investigating NYPD officers who are accused of misconduct. Lily focuses her ministry on ecology, animal liberation, trans rights, and police reform.


Time Stamps:
Reflection: 00:04
Discussion: 16:34

This podcast is part of our Sunday Reflection and Discussion series, where we share the reflections from our Sunday Services, with additional discussion about concepts found in the Service. 

The podcast in audio form can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/thefourthudimension

And on our YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/fourthuniversalistsociety

Learn more about Fourth Universalist Society at 4thu.org .

Sports As A Civic Religion

What Does Collective Liberation Mean? - Sunday Reflection and Discussion


This week, Rev. Dr. Jonipher Kwong explains that collective liberation, as framed by Rev. MLK Jr. and found in Buddhist teachings on nirvana, means no one is truly free until everyone is free. This concept is crucial for understanding intersectionality today, highlighting the interconnectedness of our struggles for freedom and justice.

What Does Collective Liberatiom Mean?

Transitioning with Pride - Sunday Reflection and Discussion


How do we honor the multiple staffing and clergy changes at Fourth U? What is the meaning of Pride as a way to celebrate the changes within the LGBTIQ+ community as well?

Time Stamps:
Discussion 00:10

Note, due to a video malfunction, this week only the discussion is available. We apologize for the inconvenience.

This is part of our Sunday Reflection and Discussion series, where we share the reflections from our Sunday Services, with additional discussion about concepts found in the Service. 

The podcast in audio form can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/thefourthudimension

And on our YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/fourthuniversalistsociety

Learn more about Fourth Universalist Society at 4thu.org .

Transitioning With Pride

Don’t Believe in Kings - Sunday Reflection and Discussion 


With much at stake, hoping for a hero to fix things may seem like our only option. But there is another way, rooted in biblical times. Join Rev. Stevie as they reflect on what it takes to build the Beloved Community collectively, and why that matters.

Time Stamps:
Reflection 00:05
Discussion 14:43

This is part of our Sunday Reflection and Discussion series, where we share the reflections from our Sunday Services, with additional discussion about concepts found in the Service. 

The podcast in audio form can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/thefourthudimension

And on our YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/fourthuniversalistsociety

Learn more about Fourth Universalist Society at 4thu.org .

Don’t Believe In Kings

We Give Thanks- Sunday Reflection and Discussion 


Today, Guest Minister Karishma Neva Gottfried introduces and expands on gratitude in her sermon “We Give Thanks”.

Time Stamps:
Reading and Reflection 00:06
Discussion 16:30

This is part of our Sunday Reflection and Discussion series, where we share the reflections from our Sunday Services, with additional discussion about concepts found in the Service. 

The podcast in audio form can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/thefourthudimension

And on our YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/fourthuniversalistsociety

Learn more about Fourth Universalist Society at 4thu.org .

"We Give Thanks” - Sunday Reflection and Discussion

What’s Going On: A Buddhist Perspective of the Possible Solution - Sunday Reflection and Discussion 


Today, Guest Speaker Rev. Earl Ikeda delivers a sermon entitled “What’s Going On: A Buddhist Perspective of the Possible Solution”.

Time Stamps:
Reflection 00:10

This is part of our Sunday Reflection and Discussion series, where we share the reflections from our Sunday Services, with additional discussion about concepts found in the Service. 

The podcast in audio form can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/thefourthudimension

And on our YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/fourthuniversalistsociety

Learn more about Fourth Universalist Society at 4thu.org .

“What’s Going On  A Buddhist Perspective Of The Possible Solution” - Sunday Reflection

“In Transition” - Sunday Reflection

This is part of our Sunday Reflection and Discussion series, where we share the reflections from our Sunday Services, with additional discussion about concepts found in the Service. 

The podcast in audio form can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/thefourthudimension

And on our YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/fourthuniversalistsociety

Learn more about Fourth Universalist Society at 4thu.org .

In Transition- Sunday Reflection

“Love at the Center” - Sunday Reflection



This is part of our Sunday Reflection and Discussion series, where we share the reflections from our Sunday Services, with additional discussion about concepts found in the Service. 

The podcast in audio form can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/thefourthudimension

And on our YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/fourthuniversalistsociety

Learn more about Fourth Universalist Society at 4thu.org .

Love At The Center- Sunday Reflection

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Where Do We Go? Futures Of Religion And Socialism (Event Recording)

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