Dear Ones,
From my sermon August 22, 2021:
The horrors of war, of refugee migration, of so-called natural disasters, of a deadly rampaging disease—these all impact us in different ways. It is very easy to feel isolated and alone. It can feel, especially with the pandemic, … read more.
“There is more to see in myself than just what I look for. There is more to see in my enemies than just what I look for. There is more to see in this country than just what I look for. I need … read more.
Homily – Everything Old is New Again
Speaker: Rev Rita Capezzi
When I first arrived back in August 2018, I found myself in the middle of a conversation about the name of the Fellowship, specifically about the word “fellowship.” “Fellowship” is a word carrying your history, a reminder of humanist roots and earlier, provisional professional ministry. … read more.
“When we speak, we are afraid our words will not be heard or welcomed. But when we are silent, we are still afraid. So, it is better to speak.”
– Audre Lorde
In the Children’s Chapel circle, we sing our simplified Seven … read more.
Homily – Gathered Here in the Mystery of the Hour
Speaker: Rev Rita Capezzi
We all want some measure of certainty, don’t we? I mean, most of us live our lives balancing planning and spontaneity. It’s fun to get together with friends on the spur of the moment. Or to eat whatever the farmers at the market are displaying … read more.
“You may strive to be like them, but seek not to make them like you.
For life goes not backward nor tarries with yesterday.
You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth.”
– Kahlil Gibran, On Children
Over … read more.
I am so happy to be back among you here in greater Mankato, and you might naturally think that five weeks away would be enough time to feel rested and recuperated after a challenging year of pandemic pain, sorrow, adaptation, and challenge. Well, it is … read more.
“Even a wounded world is feeding us. Even a wounded world holds us, giving us moments of wonder and joy. I choose joy over despair. Not because I have my head in the sand, but because joy is what the Earth gives me … read more.
