Author: Shelly Storm

CFD Director’s Message 6.21.23

“The Solstices teach us
that darkness comes,
that darkness goes.

The Solstices teach us
that light comes,
that light goes.

The Solstices teach us,
calmly, silently, to be
calm, silent. Learning.

The Solstices teach us
as we circle the sun
that everything flies.

The Solstices teach us
to remember the dark,
to remember the light,

to remember time.
The seasons. And love
as … read more.

June 14, 2023 Minister’s Message

Dear Ones,

I am so grateful for your patience and your support as I navigate the strangeness of life. Our son is stable on anti-seizure medication. The frontal lobe tumor is large but operable and highly likely to be benign. He can’t drive, so … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 6.7.23

In less than a week, we will celebrate a year since I gave birth to my first and only child. When I reflect on the past year, I feel deep gratitude for the abundant care and support I have received through my position … read more.

June 7, 2023 Minister’s Message

Dear Ones,

The Soul Matters theme for the month of June is Delight, and Rev. Rita has journeyed to Pittsburgh for some time off with her mother and sister prior to the start of Ministry Days and General Assembly.

May you seek and experience delight, as you … read more.

May 31, 2023 Minister’s Message

Dear Ones,

The Soul Matters theme for the month of May is Creativity, and what a great topic to explore as the Fellowship engages transition and transformation.

Though I informed the congregation in March that I would resign my call to the Fellowship, I had made my … read more.

May 24, 2023 Minister’s Message

Dear Ones,

The Soul Matters theme for the month of May is Creativity, and what a great topic to explore as the Fellowship engages transition and transformation.

We never really know the future, not even minutes from now, yet we act as if we do. We have … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 5.24.23

“Vulnerability is the core of shame and fear and our struggle for worthiness, but it appears that it’s also the birthplace of joy, of creativity, of belonging, of love.” Brené Brown

The theme of the worship service this past week has me … read more.

May 17, 2023 Minister’s Message

Dear Ones,

The Soul Matters theme for the month of May is Creativity, and what a great topic to explore as the Fellowship engages transition and transformation.

So many wonderful things are happening here—New Members and Children to dedicate to the care of our community, volunteer efforts … read more.

CFD Director’s Message 5.17.23

“Art can permeate the very deepest part of us, where no words exist.” ― Eileen Miller

May is not only the Soul Matters month of Creativity. It is also Mental Health Awareness Month. Today, I am reminded of the intersection of the … read more.