We believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every person
We believe in justice, equity and compassion in human relations
We believe in acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations
We believe in a free and responsible search for truth and meaning
We believe in the right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large
We believe in the goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all
We believe in respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part
Welcome
Thank you for visiting the Bismarck-Mandan Unitarian Universalist Congregation website! We are a fellowship of free minds, welcoming all--a beacon of enlightenment and sanctuary. We come from a variety of religious and secular backgrounds, hold a wide range of evolving beliefs, and come together seeking to build a better self, community, and world.
If you are seeking an inspirational religious home, please consider joining us as a guest at an upcoming service. When you visit, you will find:
- A vibrant and caring community
- Dynamic congregants dedicated to acceptance, justice and love
- Services and reglious education opportunities that are intellectually and spiritually grounded in meaningful purpose
We look forward to your visit!
Contact Us
Bismarck, North Dakota 58501
Join Us On FacebookRegular Schedule
- Church Office closed from May 18 - June 9. For immediate assistance, call Board President Carol Jean Larsen: 701.214.9453
- Sunday Services and Children's Programs begin at 10:30 AM - YEAR ROUND**
- **No service on Memorial Day or Labor Day Weekend Sundays
- Fellowship with Coffee Immediately Follows Sunday Service
Announcements
Welcome to the Bismarck Mandan Unitarian Universalist Fellowship & Church
A Welcoming Congregation
Church is a place where you get to practice what it
means to be human. ~James Luther Adams
Sunday, May 19, 2013
ON CATCHING A MOVING TRAIN
Betty Mills
Facilitated by Don Morrison
James Luther Adams said that "Attitudes do not become effective in public life until they find an institutional instrument" to which Rev. Bill Schultz adds, "If indeed we dare to struggle, we might at least resolve to win." That's part of the heritage of the moving train we climbed aboard some 60 years ago when this fellowship was founded. Betty will reflect on stops along the way and the territory in our future.
Betty is a charter member of our Fellowship, and has served on both the Prairie Star District Board and National UUA Board.
This is the last service of our regular program year.
Stay tuned for Summer Discussion Services beginning on June 2!
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
There are NO Sunday services on Memorial Day weekend (Sunday, May 26). Our staff and volunteers take a break and gear up to provide meaningful summer discussion services which will begin on Sunday, June 2.
SUMMER DISCUSSION SERVICES
Back by popular demand - UU Summer Services begin Sunday June 2 at 10:30 am.
Summer Services provide a time for music, community and Fellowship. We will share a brief themed reading based on UU Principles, followed by a time for discussion and reflection. The theme for June is "Journey". All are welcome!
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Upcoming Events
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7:00 PM
Join Adam Wiese & Elicia Faul every second and fourth Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm for free meditation sessions. Contact Elicia (looseleaves.ef@gmail.com) or Adam (wiesead(at)live.com cell: 701.220.9621) with questions.
In these classes we will practice and explore the view of meditation according to the tradition of Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism. We will do this by exploring the general principles and techniques of what are known as the “6 Yogas of Naropa.” The 6 yogas are powerful ways of entering and unlocking the secrets of the body by developing our somatic sense of listening and hearing what the body is telling us. We will also explore the more traditional aspects of meditation called “shamatha-vipashyana” and how they relate to the 6 yogas or “Meditating with the Body”.
Please bring a yoga mat if you own one and a few blankets to make yourself comfortable sitting and lying down on the floor.
The classes are open to all, beginners and those with previous meditation backgrounds. No prior mediation experience is required.
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There are NO Sunday services on Memorial Day weekend (Sunday, May 26). Our staff and volunteers take a break and gear up to provide meaningful summer discussion services which will begin on Sunday, June 2.
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6:00 PM
The Men’s BBQ Society will meet at Paul Breiner’s home, 2595 Jonathan Drive, North in Mandan on Wednesday, May 29 at 6:00 pm. This group is open to anyone (well, of the male persuasion) interested in good eating and good conversation. Please bring food and drink to share and RSVP to Paul:
pbreiner@matrixdesignnd.com or 425-8582.
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11:00 AM to 12:45 PM
Volunteer at Ruth Meiers’
4-5 volunteers are needed to serve noon lunch at Ruth Meiers' Hospitality House every fifth Thursday (of months which have 5 Thursdays) from 11:00 AM to 12:45 PM. No clean up is required.
