Speaker: Rev. Denise Tracy

The Rev Ms Denise D Tracy was ordained in 1974, she was the 8th woman the UU ministry at that time. She attended Andover Newton Theological School where she graduated with honors. She has had ministries on campus (74-76 Hartford, Ct), in the Parish (76-84 Greater Lansing, Mi), Denominational UUA Staff (Central Midwest 84-92), Consultant (92-06 Alban Institute), Interim (07-12 South Bend, In, Cincinnati Oh, San Mateo, Ca). She retired in 2014. Retired is not a word that describes her life, however. She is a Police Chaplain in Kane County, where she lives. She also serves on the Operating Board of the Alignment Collaborative for Education for School District U-46, which is a movement to harness resources insuring that all students have access to a productive and bright future. She lives in Elgin with her husband of 35 years, Bill Decker. She has three children and three grandchildren.

Faith for Our Future

Join us for Mother’s Day as Rev. Denise brings another great sermon For assistance with joining the online service, click here. Coffee Hour- 11:30am after Sunday Service ID: 928 303 151#

SHMILY

This is Bill Decker’s favorite sermon and service that I ever created. It is also the favorite of our children. I usually preach this as the first sermon/service at any church  where I am going to be preaching regularly. You may have heard it before but Bill said, “It was good to hear it again and … Continue reading SHMILY

Women Hold Up Half the Sky

This thousand year old ancient Chinese statement is one we need to remember. In honor of International Women’s Day this service will once again reflect about women and girls and our role in the current world.

Five Kernels of Corn: A Thanksgiving Message

On the table, next to every plate at the first Thanksgiving were five kernels of corn. What did this represent and what can we learn from this tradition? Apologies, but we had severe audio issues, so the service starts part way through the sermon.

We, The People

250 years our nation has existed. Where are we? What shall we envision? Thoughts on this important subject.

Life After Life

I was not supposed to live to be 25 years old. I have just now passed the age of 75. My thoughts about life after this life and beyond.