MCUUF welcomes everyone, regardless of age, race or ethnicity, immigration status, sexual orientation,
gender identity, or disability. Wherever you are on your spiritual path, you are welcome here.
You don’t have to be religious to grow your soul or nurture your spirit. But many people do not understand the difference between spirituality and belief in God. Most Buddhists, for example, do not believe in God (they are Humanist); and yet, Buddhist teachers are world renowned for their teachings about spirituality and spiritual practices, such as meditation. In the 21st century, brain science and evolutionary science has helped explain some of what is understood today as spirituality.
So, throughout the month of February, I invite you to explore the many ways of understanding spirituality that exist, as we each recommit to the practices that connect and sustain us, no matter what challenges we are facing. You don’t have to be religious to grow your soul and nurture your spirit, however, it certainly helps to have a supportive and wise community to explore what supports our health, resilience and wellbeing.
When people learn there are Atheists, Agnostics, and Humanists who attend our services, they sometimes ask, “Why do Atheists go to church?” It’s a great question and I’ll have a great answer when I speak again on Sunday, February 16. Please bring your families, invite your friends or neighbors. We’ll have an interactive story for younger people! What a great time to explore our freedom to believe and not to believe.
-Rev. Barbara Prose
At our service on Sunday, February 16th, 2025, join Rev. Prose to explore
Why Do Atheists Go to Church?
Read about
January’s Theme: Grace
Every Tuesday – Garden Café
9-11 AM at Nativ Café, organized by Pam Zachary-Morneault
Every Friday – Community Action for Gaza
4:30-5 PM at Oak and 2nd St
3rd Thursdays – Sing-Along
7-8 PM at the Rockford Grange, led by Paul Blackburn
1st Saturdays – Pancake Breakfast
7-10 AM at the Lyle Lion’s Club
After receiving her Master of Divinity degree from Bangor Theological Seminary in 2009, Rev. Prose served the All Souls Unitarian Church of Tulsa Oklahoma from 2010 to 2023. As the Executive Minister of this 2,000 member congregation (one of the largest UU churches in the US), she led a staff of 20 or more.
Rev. Prose moved to Hood River over a year ago and has been enjoying spending time with her granddaughter in Washougal.
Rev. Prose also serves as Executive Director of the Portland-based Interfaith Movement for Immigrant Justice (“IMIrJ”). We are pleased to support Rev. Prose as she continues to lead IMIrJ’s vital programs while also serving as our minister this coming year.
Join us Sunday, February 9th after Service
