'LIFE IN THE MIDDLE' - Rev. Randy Lewis
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
Release Date: 01/12/2026
HERITAGE SUNDAY-Rev. Dr. Marlin Lavanhar
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
March 22, 2026 | Celebrating 105 years of All Souls | Rev. Dr. Marlin Lavanhar Description: What does it mean to leave something behind that truly matters? From the engineers who reshaped Oklahoma's waterways to the judges who challenged mass incarceration, one community in Tulsa has quietly shaped the arc of a city for over a century — and most people have never heard the full story. Legacy isn't found in the paper clips and nail clippers left in an apartment drawer; it lives in the ripples we send through the lives of others. There's a reason people have called this the largest gift...
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'ON WHOSE AUTHORITY?' — Rev. Randy Lewis
All Souls Unitarian Church, Tulsa, OK
The message was delivered on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at All Souls Unitarian Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, by Rev. Randy Lewis, Assistant Minister. Description: What happens when the voices that claim to speak for the divine actually silence our own? As we navigate a world where power and influence intersect, consider the cost of compliance versus the courage of authenticity. What if reclaiming your voice and story is the key to true freedom? Explore the journey of understanding who truly holds the pen in your life narrative and the profound impact of stepping into your own authority. Subscribe: ...
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"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...
info_outlineThe 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 arise when we choose compassion over conflict, and discover the transformative power of living in the middle.
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