“The most peaceful people that I know, and the most wise people that I know, are the ones who have created enough internal space to be able to allow all the parts of themselves to coexist despite the contradictions. So they have room for their creativity. They also have room for their fear. They have … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 5.29.24
Last week I was away on study leave, attending the spring convocation of the ministerial study group to which I belong. Our topic this time was about the theology of joy, pleasure, and play. It was three days of exploring that topic in lots of ways, most of which were embodied, but still grounded in … Continue reading May 29, 2024 Minister’s Message
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A fascinating exploration of the intricacies of how we remember, why we forget, and what we can do to protect our memories, from the Harvard-trained neuroscientist and bestselling author of Still Alice. “Using her expertise as a neuroscientist and her gifts as a storyteller, Lisa Genova explains the nuances … Continue reading Book Discussion Group – Wednesday, July 24th
As many of you already know, it was announced during Sunday’s annual congregational meeting that I will be continuing as your minister for a second year, and that when that second year begins in early August, my position will change from 3/4-time to full-time. I am so delighted to be continuing our shared ministry! The … Continue reading May 8, 2024 Minister’s Message
“People are just as wonderful as sunsets if I can let them be. In fact, perhaps the reason we can truly appreciate a sunset is that we cannot control it. When I look at a sunset as I did the other evening, I don’t find myself saying, ‘Soften the orange a little on the right … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 5.8.24
“Pluralism isn’t easy. It’s a constant willingness to self-challenge and to look at where we might be wrong, or limited; even with regard to pluralism itself. It requires a capacity to detach ourselves from our agendas, our beliefs, our commitments, and to recognize that there may be other ways. And it also requires us to … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 5.1.24
This week’s column is an invitation: come see me on a Wednesday, or let me know if you’d like me to come see you! I hold office hours at the fellowship most Wednesdays. While many of those days are full of committee meetings, there have now been several times when my only meetings were my … Continue reading May 1, 2024 Minister’s Message
To close out the month of Interdependence, I invite you to take a listen to this meditation from one of my favorite podcasts, For the Wild: DeeplyRooted: Declaring Interdependence with MILLA PRINCE — FOR THE WILD Youth Group Craft Night Tonight Cancelled After sending out reminders on Monday, there are still no RSVPs for tonight’s youth … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 4.24.24
Every year of ministry so far, this time between Easter and summer feels a bit like we are rolling downhill—like momentum is carrying us and also that time is passing quickly! There are just under two months left between now and our June 16 Flower Service, which marks the end of the “regular” church year … Continue reading April 24, 2024 Minister’s Message
“In some Native languages the term for plants translates to “those who take care of us.” Robin Wall Kimmerer April is the month of interdependence, and I look forward to celebrating it with our intergenerational Earth Day worship service this week. Danielle and I (Macey) will be there to support the children who remain in worship, … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 4.17.24
