“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.
“When we rush, we skim the surface, and fail to make real connections with the world or other people.” – Carl Honoré
This past week, I was able to spend a nice stretch of day at Drew’s family’s cabin, and one of … read more.
This weekend has two big events I look forward to celebrating with you: Pridefest on Saturday, and our ingathering service on Sunday!
On Saturday morning, there will be a multi-faith celebratory Pride worship service hosted at First Presbyterian Church, before the parade and festival. I’ve been … read more.
“The opposite of a true statement is a false statement, but the opposite of a profound truth can be another profound truth.” – Niels Bohr
The quote above is one that I came upon in some of the reading I am doing for my teacher development … read more.
