Speaker: Rev. Mark Cutolo

So Close, Yet So Far

The State of Florida is well known to people in our region as a pleasant place to retire or take a vacation, and for once, having been the supposed home of the “fountain of youth”. The sermon will explore the unique spiritual and religious practices found in South Florida, which reflect a rich mixture of … Continue reading So Close, Yet So Far

Seeking Meaning, Seeking Mental Well-being

There is a link between our search for meaning, and maintaining our mental well-being. The sermon will explore the role of meaning and values as it relates to mental health. Service Speaker: Rev. Mark Cutolo. Services are available in person and online (click HERE to join online).

Magic and Miracle

In honor of the Easter holiday, we’ll learn more about how early Christians distinguished between magic and miracles and how those nuances influenced people’s views on the afterlife and the resurrection of the dead. The Lead Speaker is Rev. Mark Cutolo. Services are available in person and online (click HERE to join online).

Keep It Simple

People complain about the hectic pace of life and the way technology disrupts our lives and peace of mind. The sermon will explore some examples of people pushing back against those demands in favor of a simpler, more deliberate way of life. Services are available in person and online (click HERE to join online).

Sincerely Skeptical

Being skeptical can prevent us from putting our faith in nonsense. Today’s sermon will explore the ways our skepticism can be challenged in ways we can’t explain. Rev. Mark Cutolo leads service. Services are available in person and online (click HERE to join online).

All-Ages Women’s History Month Service–Mystical Rose

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’ll discuss the most famous woman and mother of all time—Mary of Nazareth. Despite secularization, reports of visions of her continue unabated, and the sermon will explore this phenomenon as well as how church authorities determine which visions are authentic or inauthentic. Rev. Mark Cutolo leads the service. Services … Continue reading All-Ages Women’s History Month Service–Mystical Rose

Queen of Heaven and Earth

In honor of Women’s History Month, today’s sermon will examine the writings and legacy of the first known author in world history, and the religious teachings she wrote about. Speaker: Rev. Mark Cutolo. Services are available in person and online (click HERE to join online).

Black Cats and Broken Mirrors

Human beings of all backgrounds have a history of practicing superstitions. Today’s sermon will explore the roots of this and why humans find superstitious beliefs and practices to be useful. Service Lead: Rev. Mark Cutolo, interim minister. Services are available in person and online (click HERE to join online).

Heroes, Heroines, Anti-heroes, and Villains

(The Luigi Sermon) People love to hear a story with a heroic character in it. Today’s sermon will explore some surprising anti-heroes with complicated plot lines found in sacred and popular sources. Service lead: Rev. Mark Cutolo, interim minister. Services are available in person and online (click HERE to join online).