Author: Aaron Payson

8th Principle Picnic Discussion

Join the 8th Principle task force for a picnic discussion of the play “The Niceties” on Thursday, July 29th from 6:30-8pm. “The Niceties” was recently performed by the Worcester County Light Opera Club in partnership with the Worcester Black History Project and the Worcester Historical Museum. The play explores themes of race and privilege through … Continue reading 8th Principle Picnic Discussion

New Member Ceremony, June 6th

Sunday, June 6th will be our next New Member Sunday. On New Member Sunday those who would like to become members of the congregation are invited to participate in a ceremony during the 10 am worship service during which participants sign the membership book and are welcomed formally by the congregation. Participation in this ceremony … Continue reading New Member Ceremony, June 6th

Acceptance

by Rev. Aaron Payson There once was an old Chinese farmer who had one son and a horse. His wife had died many years ago when his son was a baby. The farm was quite small, but they grew enough food to get by. The farm was located in a valley north of the famous … Continue reading Acceptance

On Emotional Intelligence

Rev. Aaron Payson Heaven & Hell: A Zen Parable   Long ago in Japan, a samurai—a warrior of those ancient times—went to visit a monk named Hakuin. The samurai was elaborately dressed in armor, and by his side swung a gleaming, sharp sword. He was a big, proud fellow, used to getting whatever he wanted. … Continue reading On Emotional Intelligence