“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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
MY Place ~ Mankato Youth Place
We provide youth in our community
A safe and fun place to spend time and participate in positive programs, an alternative to the streets or being home alone.
Educational support to improve academic performance and graduation rates
… read more.
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.
“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.
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.
