CFD Director’s Message 9.13.23

“When we rush, we skim the surface, and fail to make real connections with the world or other people.” – Carl Honoré

This past week, I was able to spend a nice stretch of day at Drew’s family’s cabin, and one of my favorite things to do with my one-year-old ended up being agate hunting. It was amazing to me how much my child, who is still so little, enjoyed picking up rocks, closely observing them for a few seconds and throwing them back in the water. He did this repeatedly by my side while I looked for the ones that I deemed most interesting.

It was such a wonderful, meditative activity that got me thinking about how often we pass by life’s small treasures, both physical and metaphorical ones. We are surrounded by them, and yet, we only hold and notice them when we take our time and reflect one how joyous and incredible life can be.

I hope that today and every day, you know all of the treasures that surround and what a gift you are to the world, too.

What is happening…

Children’s Faith Development

Children’s programming this Sunday will be provided by Macey and Danielle, following our tale for all ages. We are still in search of nursery caregivers but are hopeful that will be available this week as well.

If you have not registered your child or youth yet this year, please do so here:
https://uufm.breezechms.com/form/67ef5a56899018

Youth Group

Barb and Macey will be hosting youth group on Wednesday, September 27th, from 6:30-8pm. We look forward to time for connection, games, fun, and food (vegetarian chili).

Please RSVP here:

https://uufm.breezechms.com/form/9d1397