Love 3.0

A couple of weeks ago in worship, we took a deep dive on different types of love we can practice. You can watch the service here. 

Drawing on the wisdom of philosopher Brian Johnson (from his book Areté) and others, here, briefly, are the four loves we identified:

Love 1.0, love for our family and friends

Love 0.0, love for ourselves

Love 2.0, "the 'micro-moments of positivity resonance' (Barbara Frederickson, Love 2.0) with people all day every day" that provide "the neuro-psychological benefit of exiting our 'cocoons of self-absorbtion' long enough to make authentic connections." 

And Love 3.0, heroic love that en-courages others

(Johnson also identifies Love 8.0, the love we bring to our work, and Love infinity.0, loving all that is - yes all!)

One of the many things I love about our church is that we faithfully practice, work at, that Love 3.0. In our works of mercy and justice, we work to make a difference in the world around us. You demonstrate it every Tuesday night. You demonstrate it when you work for justice. Stacey and Carol demonstrated it by sharing with us this Sunday in worship (you can see that service here) and again at our Monday night justice ministry celebration. You do it as you share your resources with organizations that make a difference in our community. You do it when you lead us in worship. Thank you to all of you for the privilege of serving you and serving with you!

Biscuits and Gravy Sunday

This Sunday, we will be meeting in the parlor due to 

Summer Class

This summer, we will be participating  with Hombebrewed Christianity's "Faith and Politics for the Rest of Us" class. 

"In Faith & Politics for the Rest of Us, Dr. Diana Butler Bass, Dr. Tripp Fuller, and Tim Whitaker are bringing together a number of alternative theo-political visions to introduce a multiplicity of vibrant, yet neglected traditions in public theology. With the help of some of the most powerful voices in the academy, participants will be introduced to these traditions and get to put them into action as we wrestle with our present moment, discovering the potential for an alternative public Christian witness.

In a time where the public square is increasingly tribal and algorithmically addicted to outrage, over-simplification, and performative politics, a tour of these rich yet neglected theological traditions can inspire and fund a more vibrant Christian voice in the public square as we seek to embody the love of neighbor to which we are called."

This class will include lectures and live discussions. We will gather at 7:00 PM on Wednesday evenings beginning June 12th through July 10th, in person and via Zoom for a discussion of each week's material. We are asking that you register at faithandpolitics.net so you will have access to all of the course material. You can donate whatever you wish. However, a donation for the class has already been made on behalf of all of us from the church. We recommend a donation of $5 with the note "I am participating with Lake Worth UCC." Pastor Jason can help with this if necessary.

This Sunday

This Sunday we will be meeting in the parlor as 7th Day is doing some work in the sanctuary. We will be beginning a new series, "God at Work," and after worship we will enjoy biscuits with gravy and jams!

For years, On Being was a program that aired in the early morning hours on National Public Radio. On it, Krista Tippett interviewed spiritual thinkers, authors, scientists, poets, and activists. In 2022, the show moved from a weekly radio series to a seasonal podcast. In one of the episodes from last year, Krista interviewed climate activist Christiana Figueres. In the conversation, "Ecological Hope and Spiritual Evolution," they discuss how we endure in the work of environmental justice. "If you have wondered how to keep hope alive amidst a thousand reasons to despair, if you are ready to take your despair as fuel — intrigued by the idea of stepping into love and immediate realities of abundance and regeneration — this conversation is for you." You can listen here.

New Lake Worth UCC T-shirts Available

We have new Lake Worth UCC t-shirts available for purchase. Make sure to get yours to wear at Pride and Nehemiah Action. The cost is only $5. They can be purchased on Sunday mornings, or you can order online here. Pick the correct "ticket" for your desired size, Women's and Men's small-3xl. 
 

Coffee & Conversation

Join us at 10:00 on Thursday mornings onsite at 1415 North K ST in Lake Worth Beach or online here (note new link) for coffee and conversation!

• Grocery Bags
• Peanut Butter
• Pouches of Tuna and/or chicken
• Canned Vegetables (tab top and/or single serve sizes are best)
• Ravioli, Spaghetti, Beefaroni (tab top)
• Canned Soups/Stews (tab top)
• Single serve ready to eat meals

We are in desperate need of the following mens' clothing items: 

• T-Shirts sizes L & XL
• Socks
• Boxer Briefs sizes L & XL
• Athletic shorts sizes L & XL
• Backpacks