Dear Ones,
My family continues to feel the horrible effects of the killing in Buffalo, NY of innocents, targeted because of the hatred and violence of white supremacy. Our friends of color suffer more profoundly than we do, and they need our loving response and action. … read more.
“What if we tuned in to the detail of a leaf or the mood of the forest after a rain as closely as we notice our own shortcomings?” -Chelan Harkin
Following worship this past week, I finally returned to my yoga mat and found myself reflecting on the week’s theme: the … read more.
Dear Ones,
I am thrilled for the bursting greens on so many of the trees, for the dandelions and hostas and lilies and more poking out of the brown leaves still covering my flowerbeds. This is the beauty to which I turn to escape the anxiety … read more.
“At some point in life the world’s beauty becomes enough. You don’t need to photograph, paint, or even remember it. It is enough. No record of it needs to be kept and you don’t need someone to share it with or tell it to.” Toni … read more.
My brother-in-law died unexpectedly last Wednesday. He was my sister’s husband, only 63 years old. I was present for it. An entirely ordinary and entirely devastating event. Death is our birthright, whether we wish it or not, and yet it is a horrible shock. And … read more.
“This is a wonderful day. I’ve never seen this one before.” – Maya Angelou
May is the month of Nurturing Beauty and may or may not be the month in which a baby emerges from me! While we opted out of gathering for a baby shower this … read more.
Today, I leave you with these words as a short conclusion to the month of Awakening:
“Moments of hearing for the first time; you never know what may cause them. The sight of the Atlantic Ocean can do it, or a piece of music, or a face … read more.
Last Sunday, our service focused on working to design our society with life, rather than humans, at the center. Rather than thinking of our own human interests as the most important factor, what might the world look like if all of life, of life thriving … read more.
This week we explore our responsibility as a faith community to address a wounded world, including recognition of Earth Day and the UUA proposed 8th Principle. Rev. Rita preaching.
This is an In Person & Zoom service.
Our Zoom Worship Meeting opens at 10:10am, with informational slides at … read more.
May’s Second Collection recipient is the Living Earth Center (LEC). Their “Give to Grow Mankato Campaign” just kicked off on Earth Day. The Living Earth Center is a vital part of the Mankato community’s efforts toward educating on environmental justice issues and fighting food insecurity … read more.
