Speaker: Rev. Christina Sillari

Reverend Christina Sillari is a mystic seeking priestess. She holds a Master’s in Divinity and a Master’s in Psychology and Mind Body Health. Her study and practice of meditation, yoga and shamanism for thirty years strongly influences all she does. She loves bringing people together in circles of transformation. Before entering the ministry Christina served as a therapist, yoga teacher, and shamanic practitioner. She serves First Parish Unitarian Universalist in Portland Maine, The Unitarian Universalist Association’s Commission on Social Witness, Equality Maine, The Religious Coalition Against Discrimination and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Southern Maine. Currently Christina is passionate about star beings and justice. She loves swimming, cooking, and the natural world. She lives in Portland with her husband, daughter, and yellow lab.

Radical Hospitality

How does radical hospitality create a sense of inclusion in our lives and in our fellowship? Can the practice of hospitality open up possibilities for interaction with different people, diverse experiences, and creative interchange? What happens when we are not hospitable? Through stories, poetry and song join us in exploring how radical hospitality can save … Continue reading Radical Hospitality

Renewing Our Vows

Vows and promises are an interesting concept. What vows have you made personally, publicly, spiritually? How do we break our promises or stay true to them? Renewal can be about releasing or restoring our vows, to ourselves, to each other and to our faith.

Is Peace Possible?

There is a battle going on between love and fear in this world. As love wins there is more peace. As people rise up there is more peace. What is our role in creating peace in this insane world? “Another world is not only possible, she’s on the way and, on a quiet day, if … Continue reading Is Peace Possible?