Author: Shelly Storm

Book Discussion Group – Wednesday, July 24th

 

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 … read more.

May 8, 2024 Minister’s Message

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 … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 5.8.24

“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 … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 5.1.24

“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 … read more.

May 1, 2024 Minister’s Message

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 … read more.

April 24, 2024 Minister’s Message

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 … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 4.17.24

“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 … read more.

April 10, 2024 Minister’s Message

I’ve just returned from a 5-day civil rights pilgrimage to Alabama and know I will be processing what I saw there for a long time. We visited Birmingham, Montgomery, and Selma, some of the key sites in the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 4.3.24

“Frequently in my practice, patients tell me that they often cry in private. I ask them whether they ever allow their grief to be witnessed and shared with others. There is usually a quick retort of “No, I couldn’t do that. I don’t want to … read more.