In place of a reflection this week, I would like to share a song. Each time I have been reflecting on this month’s theme, Heritage, this song comes to mind. It is one of my favorites by one of my favorite bands. Please … read more.
It has been a very full last few days, with traumatic headlines, stories, and imagery from Israel and Palestine on top of the existing stresses within our country, in the war in Ukraine, and more. I want to explicitly invite you to reach out to me … read more.
“Each morning we awaken to the light and the invitation to a new day in the world of time; each night we surrender to the dark to be taken to play in the world of dreams where time is no more. At birth we were … read more.
“Walking, I can almost hear the redwoods beating. And the oceans are above me here, rolling clouds, heavy and dark. It is winter and there is smoke from the fires. It is a world of elemental attention, of all things working together, listening to what … read more.
I am writing this column late Tuesday night in my room at the Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center in Hiawatha, Iowa, where I am gathered with other Unitarian Universalist ministers and seminary students. We, the members of the Prairie Star Chapter of the Unitarian Universalist Ministers … read more.
As we conclude our theme of Welcome, may these words from Valarie Kaur remind us of what welcome might mean for some: “I was beginning to learn that home is the space within us and between us where we feel safe—and brave. It … read more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
