Religious Tour Part 5

First Unitarian Church

I chose this group to end my Christian church goings.  Apparently the Unitarians were once on the Christian side of things, and have moved on to a more liberal free for all.  So it seemed like a good transition from Christian churches to whatever I move on to next.
It was a nice building, modern-ish.  It was odd seeing a big chalice on the the wall instead of some Christian alter. There were quite a few people in attendance, all ranging in age.  It was an interesting sermon.  It had the same pattern as Christian churches, but without the Jesus part really.  There was music, some people talking, pastor person talking, some more music, people wanting money, and leaving blessings.  The discussion was a good one, something everyone should think about in general, but it just didn't feel.....like anything.  It was just a good topic of discussion, I felt no divine influence at all.  I actually felt like whatever influence I may have was stunted being in the building.
The topic of the day was the religious aspects of gardening and caring for the earth, treading lightly, etc.  Excellent topic!

I'm not sure what to say....it's a big fat no on this one. I hope good things for them and their church, and I appreciate their openness and forward thinking-ness.  Just not for me.

So here marks the end of my Christian-ish church tour.  We are now moving on to more intense Pagan groups and throw in a little Buddhist.  Perhaps this week I may write a reflection on Christianity vs Me.  We'll see.

Religious Tour Schedule Update:
St. Joseph's Catholic Church - Feb 6, 2011
Pagan Coven - Feb 9, 2011
Maumee Valley Church - Feb 20, 2011
St. Paul's Episcopal Church - March 6, 2011
First Unitarian Universalist Church - March 27, 2011
Toledo Zen Center
Pagan Group 2
Harmony in Life Center
Jewish (unknown location/group)