Author: Shelly Storm

CFD Director’s Message 11.22.23

“When you get these jobs that you have been so brilliantly trained for, just remember that your real job is that if you are free, you need to free somebody else. If you have some power, then your job is to empower somebody … read more.

November 22, 2023 Minister’s Message

As we approach the busy winter season from Thanksgiving through the New Year, I want to draw your attention to some special worship events throughout December. (These will also be on the website under Upcoming Services.)

On Wednesday, December 6th, I will hold a 4:30 pm … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 11.5.23

“I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.” – Maya Angelou

With the month’s theme being Generosity, last week I wrote about how physically giving, as we declutter and assess what is unneeded, is a kind, … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 11.8.23

“Until we can receive with an open heart, we’re never really giving with an open heart. When we attach judgment to receiving help, we knowingly or unknowingly attach judgment to giving help.” -Brene Brown

As someone who spent most of my life focused on the importance … read more.

November 8, 2023 Minister’s Message

As I write this on Tuesday evening, I am watching coverage of election results, with my own “I Voted” sticker on. It’s looking like there have been some significant successes for reproductive justice and other issues in alignment with our Unitarian Universalist values. I’m feeling … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 11.1.23

Today marks the first day of November, and our monthly theme is generosity. Here are some words to reflect on, with that theme in mind:
“Daily I am astonished at how readily I believe that something I need is in short supply. If I hoard … read more.

November 1, 2023 Minister’s Message

Sometimes, the troubles of the outer world collide with those in our individual lives, and it all feels like too much.

This past week has been a little like that for me. My heart was broken by the war in Israel and Palestine, and then by … read more.

October 25, 2023 Minister’s Message

Last week, I had the deep privilege of participating in a Civil Rights pilgrimage to Memphis and Mississippi through the Living Legacy Project. It was truly a pilgrimage, not a tour. We were there not as tourists but as witnesses and students. We did visit … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 10.25.23

“We are a collage—a remix—of our ancestors. We have spiritual DNA, as well as physical, and our lot in life is to answer the questions posed by the people who came before us.” Austin Kleon

As we conclude the month of heritage, … read more.