"The Shakers Shook and So Can We"" will be led by Rev. Dr. Mellen Kennedy and Walia and Shems Guillow of the Dances of Universal Peace. Throughout time, dance and spirituality have been closely linked. Let's explore this connection keeping in mind Alice Walker's observation that "Hard times call for furious dancing!" The service will include some Dances of Universal Peace. These are simple, joyous, meditative, multicultural, circle dances that use sacred phrases, chants, music and movements to touch the spiritual essence within ourselves and recognize it in others. The DANCES focus on PEACE, creating a sense of solidarity and community, while celebrating the underlying unity of all the spiritual traditions of the earth.

And don't forget Rumi Night on Sat. Dec 15, 7-9 pm.

Also, our Annual Solstice Candlelight Service will be Sun. Dec. 23 at 5 pm, followed by High Tea.

Held at the UU Meetinghouse at 21 Fairground Road, Springfield. Free, accessible, open to the public. All welcome!

Dec 22, 2024, 4 to 6 PM

Dec 22, 2024, 4:30 to 6 PM

Dec 23, 2024, 5:15 to 6 PM