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SUMMARY:“JETPIG and our UU Values”   Presented by Pat Smith
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-160/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T103000
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SUMMARY:Political and Individual Justice: "Plato Revisited" - Lessons for Modern Times. Led by Mike Condit
DESCRIPTION:Justice is a frequent topic in political discussions today. That was also true in the distant past\, and there are striking applications of those ideas to current politics. We will examine those arguments dealing with the definition of justice and the question of whether justice is good\, using Plato’s dialogue TheRepublic.  Led by Mike Condit.\nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-159/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T123000
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CREATED:20250929T171606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T171606Z
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SUMMARY:OWL Facilitator Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/owl-facilitator-training/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:*Events on Homepage,Children and Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250923T194254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T151334Z
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SUMMARY:The Social Portfolio - Led by Rev. Ed Proulx
DESCRIPTION:The Hartford Mutual Funds Company commissioned Dr. Joe Coughlin of the MIT AgeLab to study “aging well.”  What his team determined was that “Our real social security\, in fact\, is not an income stream provided by the government\, but our social relationships—our friends.”  Come learn about the results of their study.  \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-158/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250915T195810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T194018Z
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SUMMARY:Quilt Art - led by Mary Fehr\, Avid Quilter
DESCRIPTION:Join Mary Fehr\, avid quilter\, to learn about the rich history and artistic depth of quilting. Topics include its origins\, significant cultural/historical movements such as the Quilts of the Underground Railroad\, artistic decisions in the quilting process\, traditional quilts\, narrative quilts\, modern quilts\, and art quilts. You’ll be surprised! \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-157/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250908T211940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T195648Z
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SUMMARY: “Boys Are Getting a Bum Rap--Let's Flip the Script" -  Led by Gary Putnam
DESCRIPTION:Why are boys falling behind in school? From early struggles to harsher discipline\, boys—especially marginalized ones—face a system that doesn’t match how they develop and learn. Join us to unpack the research\, challenge assumptions\, and work on effective\, actionable solutions to help boys succeed. Bring your questions\, insights\, and curiosity—let’s rethink what boys need to thrive. \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-156/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250904T185509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T185509Z
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SUMMARY:Ken McLeod booking
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URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/ken-mcleod-booking/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Private Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T103000
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CREATED:20250908T205559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T134544Z
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SUMMARY:“The effect of the male role model on men and apology from a feminist” - led by Kim Waller
DESCRIPTION:Just as women in the US experience cultural pressures to conform to a feminine ideal\, a parallel (and opposite) set of pressures exists for men. The focus of the presentation and discussion will be men. What cultural pressures have men experienced in the US? \nKim Waller will present brief remarks. Followed by a discussion.  \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-155/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250827T203350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T203606Z
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SUMMARY:Everyday Spiritual Practice - led by Mary Fehr
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever set an intention to start a spiritual practice\, but found it to be daunting\, lifeless\, or impossible to maintain? Take heart! There are so many possible forms of spiritual practice that might come naturally to you\, and that you can truly enjoy and benefit from! Join Mary Fehr for a review of the UU book\, Everyday Spiritual Practice by Scott W. Alexander\, and learn some simple pathways to enriching your life. \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-154/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250822T144134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T210048Z
UID:10043242-1756632600-1756636200@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:The Spiritual Christian Experience Part 2: Christian spirituality in the West: The Monastic and Mendicant Orders; Medieval\, Protestant\, and Modern Christian spirituality
DESCRIPTION:This session will continue the Christian spiritual tradition in the West through the Middle Ages and the influence of the Protestant Reformation.  Note: Part I will be reviewed in case some attendees missed it. \n\nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/the-spiritual-christian-experience-part-2-christian-spirituality-in-the-west-the-monastic-and-mendicant-orders-medieval-protestant-and-modern-christian-spirituality-2/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250818T153017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T203527Z
UID:10043241-1756027800-1756031400@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:The Spiritual Christian Experience Part 1: Jesus\, the Apostles\, the Desert Fathers\, and the Eastern tradition
DESCRIPTION:This session will examine spiritual factors that influenced early Christianity\, beginning with documentation in the New Testament concerning Jesus and Paul\, then briefly mentioning Gnostic beliefs\, and finally addressing the Desert Fathers and their influence on subsequent monasticism. The remainder of this session will deal with Christian mysticism in the East. \n Led by Mike Condit\n\nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-152/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250803T222836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T181710Z
UID:10043240-1755423000-1755426600@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:Adult Religious Education - Fall Signup and Open Discussion
DESCRIPTION:  \nLearnt somethin’ new that you can share?\nCan you ‘splain it\, if you dare?\nPick your date and please take part.\nTopic and focus are in your heart!\nOR…. Suggest a topic you are interested in hearing about. Maybe someone else can present it without a doubt! \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \n\nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners\nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-151/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250728T213010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T223345Z
UID:10043239-1754818200-1754821800@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:"What Do  You Think Is the Meaning of Life?  Led by Mike Condit
DESCRIPTION:Most of us have had our own ideas about the meaning of life. They may involve religion\, philosophy\, history\, and even science. And they probably have changed over time. This session will be a general discussion in which all are encouraged to share their ideas. \nLed by Mike Condit \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-150/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:*Events on Homepage,Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250803T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250803T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250722T142110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T214359Z
UID:10043238-1754213400-1754217000@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:"Preventing child abuse before it starts"   Presented by Kim Waller
DESCRIPTION:Video and discussion.  Join us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-149/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:*Events on Homepage,Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250716T151849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T152002Z
UID:10043237-1753608600-1753612200@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:Moments from the UUA General Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Moments from the UUA Annual General Assembly – Presented by Pat Smith \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-148/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:*Events on Homepage,Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250709T152355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T151827Z
UID:10043236-1753003800-1753007400@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:“Authentic Selves” Essays from 2024-25 UUA Common Read
DESCRIPTION:Interviews by Peggy Gillespie of “trans\, nonbinary\, and gender nonconforming people and many of their biological\, adoptive\, and chosen family members…[with] descriptions of pain\, discrimination\, bullying\, and violence…[and also] stories of healing\, transformation\, joy\, and triumph.” Selected interviews will be presented\, including that of Sarah McBride\, elected to Congress in 2024. Presented by Pat Smith. \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-147/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:*Events on Homepage,Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250702T200157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T151630Z
UID:10043235-1752399000-1752402600@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY: “Understanding Political Grief: Reactions and Support Strategies”
DESCRIPTION:Political grief is an emotional response to perceived political negative or harmful events that could lead to trauma and despair. It arises when political decisions\, or events are perceived as threats\, resulting in feelings of loss\, trauma\, and despair. Do you think that you have experienced political grief? How has it affected your relationship with family or friends? What have you done to help with the results of political grief? Has it worked? \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-146/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:*Events on Homepage,Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250624T013053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T200054Z
UID:10043234-1751794200-1751797800@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:Leaving the Mechanized Amish  -   Led by Dennis Fehr
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-145/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:*Events on Homepage,Adult RE,Sunday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250610T184224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T184352Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Religious Education - Open Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-144/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:*Events on Homepage,Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250525T223222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T210555Z
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SUMMARY:Open Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 9:30 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-142/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250511T222628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T200433Z
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SUMMARY:All About EVs - An overview of Electric Vehicles plus their Pros and Cons - Presented by Gavin Mason
DESCRIPTION:NEW TIME!  Presentation starts at  9:30 AM!  \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 10 AM through May 18. Starting May 25\, all ARE starts at 9:30 AM. \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-141/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T103000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250507T013107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T200414Z
UID:10042167-1747560600-1747564200@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:“The Danger We Face”  -  Led by Richard Kummins and M.C. Swearingen
DESCRIPTION:President Trump startles us. Sometimes we respond with disgust or fear. Learn about his illness and surprising power. Where shall we go from here? \nLed by Richard Kummins and M.C. Swearingen \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 10 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/the-danger-we-face-led-by-richard-kummins-and-m-c-swearingen-2/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250420T214735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T163956Z
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SUMMARY:"The Jewish Mystic:  Part 2 - Kabbalah"  - Presented by Mike Condit
DESCRIPTION:We continue our discussion of Jewish spiritual history by examining the complex and interesting subject of Kabbalah. This will include descriptions of the Sefirot and the Sherivath\, a form of Kabbalism described by Isaac Luria in the 16th century. We will conclude by summing up the role of spirituality in Jewish religion and preparing ourselves for a similar examination of Christian spirituality and mysticism.  Presented by Mike Condit. \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 10 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \n\nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-136/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250414T140029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T214359Z
UID:10042164-1745748000-1745751600@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:The Day Art Could Have Prevented the Holocaust - Presented by Dennis Fehr
DESCRIPTION:Art is more than pretty decoration. Companies spend fortunes on commercials that rely heavily on imagery. Political leaders going back to ancient Egypt do likewise. How did Adolf Hitler use art to convince the Germans that an entire religious group were evil? Presented by Dennis Fehr \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-135/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250408T014854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T135844Z
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SUMMARY:The Jewish Mystic: Part 1 - Merkabah Mysticism -  Presented by Mike Condit
DESCRIPTION:Despite the fact that the major established Western religions (Judaism\, Christianity\, and Islam)  have often been thought of as predominantly doctrinal and ritualistic\, they each have a rich spiritual tradition. In this session\, we will begin with Judaism\, starting with a general  discussion of what constitutes spirituality and then looking at scriptural examples of early Jewish spirituality\, particularly Merkabah Mysticism.\nPresented by Mike Condit \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 10 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-134/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250408T013453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T013927Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Religious Education Sign-Up Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Please share. With those who care. \nWhat are your thoughts today? \nDates on display for you to say… \nSign me up! I’ll help lead the way. \n  \nJuly and August are wide open! \nNo Zoom on April 13th. \n Send your idea to:   are@emersonhouston.org \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 10 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-133/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250311T013756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T200618Z
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SUMMARY:Labyrinth Meditation led by Mary Fehr
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 10 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-131/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250320T142831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T200548Z
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SUMMARY:When Have You Been Uncomfortable - Led by Pat Smith
DESCRIPTION:Have you been in a situation where you have been uncomfortable? Do you know why? What were the circumstances? Did you feel like you did not belong? Did you feel under pressure? Did you experience fear? Did you fear for someone else? \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 10 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-132/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250311T013520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T142741Z
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SUMMARY:A Thoreauvian Life Change - Presented by Laura Emerson
DESCRIPTION:A random conversation in 2002 prompted Laura Emerson and her husband to move from a Houston high rise to the Alaska bush in 2012. Their life is partly Thoreau or Laura Ingalls Wilder and partly 21st century\, but without other people nearby. Laura says her life has changed her socially\, intellectually\, and spiritually. This is a case study that follows our New Year\, New You series.  Presented by Laura Emerson\, Former Member \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 10 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-130/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260602T051457
CREATED:20250131T163136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T153015Z
UID:10042158-1742119200-1742122800@emersonhouston.org
SUMMARY:New Year\, New You: Stoicism and The Wrap - led by Rev. Ed Proulx
DESCRIPTION:This curriculum\, developed by our minister Reverend Ed Proulx\, is a values-oriented program based in the ancient Greco-Roman philosophy of Stoicism.  The first three weeks will start with a short lesson and then each week\, participants will be given a challenge to consider during the week to come.  We will come hear and learn from each other in subsequent weeks and discuss how we approached the challenge and our individual results\, successes and failures. \nThe group will be facilitated by our minister.  We invite all (regardless of your affiliation to Emerson) to join us.  You don’t have to come to every session. \nJoin us for Adult Religious Education (ARE) every Sunday at 10 AM! \nClick here on Sunday to join our online discussion!: https://emersonhouston.org/AdultLearners \nWould you like to learn more about ARE? Click here! \n\nWhether you are a newcomer or a longtime Emersonian\, whether you are interested in probing life’s most persistent questions or finding out what others think about today’s news\, we have something for you here. \nEmerson offers lectures and discussions to encourage life-long spiritual growth. These classes are free and open to the public\, providing spiritual nourishment to the community.
URL:https://emersonhouston.org/event/adult-religious-education-128/
LOCATION:Delaney Hall – 205/206
CATEGORIES:Adult RE,Featured,Sunday Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerson UU Houston":MAILTO:admin@emersonhouston.org
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