"FREEDOM IS SOUL WORK"-Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk, Program Minister. Description: What happens when a premature infant stops breathing and a world-renowned doctor declares he sees a "wise soul"? This moment sparked a 25-year contemplation on what the soul truly is—not something to be saved or damned, but our creative energy, our meaning-making force, our freedom itself. In 1932, creditors raided Gee's Bend, Alabama, seizing everything from one of America's most impoverished Black communities. Yet the women there...
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'UNBROKEN' - Rev. Randy Lewis
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Randy Lewis, Assistant Minister. Description: What does it mean to truly embrace freedom in a world shaped by history and experience? As we explore the depths of resilience, we are invited to confront the complexities of survival and the invisible scars that linger. How do we transform inherited legacies of pain into paths of healing and understanding? Journey through the echoes of the past and discover the profound questions that challenge us to redefine our narratives and...
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'GIANTS GET GOT' - Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney, Guest Minister. Description: What happens when the giants we face are not just individuals, but the very empires that shape our world? Explore the intricate battles of identity, sovereignty, and survival that lie beneath the surface of familiar narratives. As we confront these giants, how do we redefine our understanding of courage and strength? In a landscape marked by conflict and resilience, the call to rise against oppressive forces becomes a powerful anthem for...
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'WHO’S LAUGHING NOW?' - Rev. Randy Lewis
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Randy Lewis, Assistant Minister. Description: In a world where laughter sometimes feels out of reach, what happens when the weight of grief and joy intertwines? Explore the delicate balance of human emotion and the transformative power of seeing one another as we navigate our shared realities. When fear threatens to narrow our perspectives, how do we reclaim our capacity to breathe and care? Discover the moments that remind us of our humanity and the quiet resilience that keeps us...
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'THE TRUE ORIGIN STORY' - Rev. Dr. Marlin Lavanhar
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Dr. Marlin Lavanhar, Senior Minister. Description: What if the story of our existence transcends ancient texts, uniting diverse cultures and beliefs? Imagine a narrative where the very atoms in your body trace back to the stars, revealing a connection that binds us all. With thousands of creation stories across the globe, how can we find common ground in a universe so vast? Explore the profound implications of our shared heritage and the responsibility we hold as co-creators of our...
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'INESCAPABLE MUTUALITY' - Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk, Program Minister. Description: In a world where crises unfold and humanity grapples with injustice, how do we find our bearings? Explore the powerful connections that weave us together in an inescapable network of mutuality, echoing the wisdom of figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Thich Nhat Hanh. What does it mean to love and act in a time of uncertainty? As stories of resilience and community emerge, consider how listening, showing up, and embracing creative...
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"THE OTHER DOUBLE HELIX OF CREATION:GRIEF AND GRATITUDE - Rev. Justin Schroeder
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Justin Schroeder, Guest Minister. Description: What if the very forces that break us open are the same ones that reveal what we're willing to fight for? Like a double helix winding through our lives, grief and gratitude spiral together—each one revealing the other, stretching us wider than we thought possible. From a photo spanning four generations to the losses that mark our collective moment, we're invited to stop outrunning what we feel and instead give it a corner, a name, a...
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'LIFE IN THE MIDDLE' - Rev. Randy Lewis
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Randy Lewis, Assistant Minister. Description: In a world where certainty often drowns out understanding, what happens when we embrace the complexities of belief and connection? Imagine a space that invites curiosity over judgment, where the journey of growth is celebrated rather than scrutinized. As we navigate the tension between who we are and who we're becoming, can we learn to honor our shared humanity and the marks left by our struggles? Explore the profound possibilities that...
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'GOD IN THE MIDDLE' - Rev. Randy Lewis
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Randy Lewis, Assistant Minister. Description: Step into a space where faith and uncertainty intertwine, where the silence of profound moments gives way to the richness of human connection. Explore the complexities of belief as you journey through the heart of what it means to live in the middle—where questions and doubt coexist with love and growth. This thought-provoking exploration invites you to embrace the nuances of your spiritual path, celebrating the beauty of being...
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"THE NATION'S SOUL - REV. DR. MARLIN LAVANHAR
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Dr. Marlin Lavanhar, Senior Minister. DESCRIPTION: What happens when a nation founded on self-evident truths begins to lose sight of its founding principles? As America stands at a crossroads 250 years after its founding, the fundamental question emerges: are we guided by justice and liberty, or by naked self-interest and the pursuit of power? From Lincoln's consecration of Gettysburg to Kennedy's call for sacrifice, the echoes of our past challenge us to confront what we are...
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The message was delivered on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk.
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A foggy morning, a missing horse, and an unexpected miracle—what can a moment like this teach us about fear, hope, and the quiet beauty that surrounds us? In a world often overwhelmed by noise and urgency, what does it mean to truly pay attention? From a sun setting over the Pacific to a woman planting bulbs she may never see bloom, this journey explores how wonder, memory, and transformation sustain us when everything else seems uncertain. How do we build lives rooted in possibility—especially when the future feels impossibly out of reach?
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