This week, another tragic killing happened in our beloved Philadephia.  The murder occurred on Wednesday, August 20 in our Germantown neighborhood.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Fakhur Uddin, who was robbed and killed at his job.  Mr. Uddin was working at the Rahman Body Oils, Beads and Variety Store on the 5700 block of Germantown Avenue. Mr. Uddin was 20 years old and the oldest of four siblings. His family came to the U.S. from Bangladesh.

With this sadness we encourage all citizens of Philadelphia to recommit our energies to bringing peace to our streets.

In Faith,
Rev. Kent Matthies

August 31 
It Is What It Is: The Beauty of the Present Moment
Eric Wilden

 Buddhist teachers tell us that suffering arises when we are not “present.”   What do they mean?  How do we drop our attachment to the past and the future, even when the world is full of injustice?  Join us as we celebrate “this very moment” in all its beauty! 

Fall Adult Religious Exploration Schedule Announced

Details here.

A New Earth
Starting Tuesday, Sepember 23 

Read and discuss Eckhart Tolle’s “A New Earth – Awakening to
Your Life’s Purpose”. Together we will consider Tolle’s ideas on how we can transform our thinking, and change our experience of the world around us, and thereby change the world for the better. See the calendar for details.

Just the Two of Us and All of Us
Starting Wednesday, September 24

This is a group for people in committed relaionships for seven years or less.  In an open format we will explore issues including, but not limited to intimacy, trust, finances, family relations, work/family balance and having fun. See the calendar for more information.