Expanding Horizons

This week, to mark the New Year, SA Unitarian member Brendan offers a contemplative service on the topic of beginnings. Change can be difficult, but this collection of readings, offered together with a guided meditation, may inspire you to start the new year afresh.

Kris leads a service reflecting on the triumph of light over darkness at solstice time, as well as the darkness Australia is dealing with in the wake of the Bondi terrorist attack.

This week, Kris speaks of the Bhagavad Gita, a ancient, sacred Hindu story. The story relates how the the God Krishna councils a mortal hero, Arjuna, as he hesitates before heading into battle. Aldous Huxley believed that the Bhagavad Gita contains a "perennial philosophy" that has value to all humanity. Here, Kris explains how the five main ideas presented by Krishna can be of huge value to us all as we search for fulfilment in life.

With the able assistance of our youth community members, Kris presents reflections on the topic of "waking up" to the world's deeper truths. Coming to understand that much of humanity is focused on superficial matters can be challenging. However, through searching for a deeper, more ultimate truth we can become more authentic and compassionate people.

What does it mean to live a spiritual life? Our spiritual paths may vary, but we all strive to focus on something greater than the day-to-day concerns which can easily overwhelm us. Today Kris outlines a holistic framework for working with our body, mind, and soul.

"... holiness, purity and charity are not exclusive possessions of any church in the world, and that every system has produced men and women of the most exalted character".  -- Swami Vivekananda

Today we hear from three members of the South Australian Multifaith Association, who share teachings from the heart of the Islamic, Jewish and Bahai Faiths. Kris then reflects on how, through respect and caring, we can find the oneness of humanity within the diversity of religions.

Encouragement has an important and multifaceted role in our worldly and spiritual lives. How can we best encourage others to fulfil their potential? And how does practicing encouragement help create peace and wisdom in our lives? 

What does it mean to be "stoic"? The true message of the stoic philosophers may surprise and inspire you on your spiritual path. Listen on...

The identity of the author of "The Gospel of Thomas" is a mystery, but this ancient collection of the sayings of Yeshua adds a dimension to the teachings found in the standard books of the New Testament. Speaking from Shady Grove in the Adelaide Hills, Kris reflects on how several of these sayings can guide us on our spiritual paths today.

This week, we joyously celebrated a "Coming of Age" milestone for four young people in our community. The young adults have completed challenges, reflected on growing up, and performed acts of service to the community. To protect their privacy, much of their own presentation cannot be broadcast, but we hope you enjoy what we can share!