Author: Shelly Storm

September 27, 2023 Minister’s Message

As the tree outside my home office window is announcing in this picture, fall has arrived.  Saturday was the autumnal equinox.  This is not just a calendar date for me or an official change in seasons, but a shift in my inner and other worlds.

The … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 9.20.23

I completed a Teacher Training Renaissance Module through the UUA just yesterday and picked up this quote through some of my required reading. I thought it spoke beautifully about exactly how Unitarian Universalists hold one another in community:

“The opposite of a correct statement is a … read more.

2nd Collection for September 2023

September 2nd Collection:  Support of Mahkato Wacipi (Mankato Pow Wow)

Our UUFM Land Acknowledgement states:

“The Dakota peoples were stewards of
the land on which our Fellowship meets…

This congregation commits to an ongoing and

intentional journey of lovingly humble connection with

Indigenous peoples, characterized by
understanding our shared history,
accepting responsibility … read more.

September 13, 2023 Minister’s Message

Our theme for September is “Welcome,” and I experienced that in so many ways this past weekend! I was warmly welcomed by clergy of other faiths as we led worship together Saturday morning before the Pride parade and festival. My role in the service was … read more.

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 … read more.

September 6, 2023 Minister’s Message

This weekend has two big events I look forward to celebrating with you:  Pridefest on Saturday, and our ingathering service on Sunday!

On Saturday morning, there will be a multi-faith celebratory Pride worship service hosted at First Presbyterian Church, before the parade and festival.  I’ve been … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 9.6.23

“The opposite of a true statement is a false statement, but the opposite of a profound truth can be another profound truth.” – Niels Bohr

The quote above is one that I came upon in some of the reading I am doing for my teacher development … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 8.30.23

“There is no power greater than a community discovering what it cares about. Ask: “What’s possible?” not “What’s wrong?” Keep asking. Notice what you care about. Assume that many others share your dreams.” – Margaret Wheatley

The beginning of a new church year, especially one with a … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 8.23.23

“There is no power greater than a community discovering what it cares about. Ask: “What’s possible?” not “What’s wrong?” Keep asking. Notice what you care about. Assume that many others share your dreams.” – Margaret Wheatley

The beginning of a new church … read more.