The Transient and the Permanent in Unitarian Universalism

05/12/2024 43 min

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Episode Synopsis

In 1841, Unitarian minister and abolitionist, Rev. Theodore Parker, offered what became the defining manifesto of Transcendentalist Unitarianism. At 31 years young, Parker was in the midst of a short but impactful career that continues to shape Unitarian Universalism today. But who was Theodore Parker and why was he so influential? What can we learn from his life and radical reformer ways that will aid us in this chapter of our lives in the 21st century. This year's Auction Sermon topic will focus on the life and teachings of Theodore Parker and invite us to consider anew what is transient and permanent in UUism today.