This week, I share a story called Everything Changes and That’s Okay, and it has me considering the truth of that title – so little is guaranteed. For some, recognizing that fact may produce difficult feelings or perhaps some anxious thoughts. For others, it might bring more of a sense of peace or neutrality. I believe … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 11.23.22

“We gather together this morning, Because others came before us. Some have left examples for us to follow, Others lessons for us to learn from, and the paradox is that many have left both pain and joy. We honor our ancestors this morning, not because they are perfect, But because, without them, we would not … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 11.16.22

Once a reporter asked him, “Do you really think you are going to change the policies of this country by standing out here alone at night in front of the White House with a candle?” A.J. Muste replied softly: “Oh I don’t do this to change the country. I do this so the country won’t … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 11.9.22

“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” -James Baldwin Yesterday, at our monthly CFD Committee meeting, it was discussed that moving from the theme of courage to the theme of change feels like a natural, suitable transition. It takes courage to face what we would like to change, sometimes … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 11.2.22

     “Courage is found in unlikely places.” ― J.R.R. Tolkien The Path of Courage, and Honoring its Complexities As we wrap up the month of courage, I find myself reflecting on the multitude of places it can be found and ways it can be practiced. Courage can be found in not having the right … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 10.26.22

This week is a relatively busy one for me, with interviewing childcare candidates, planning ahead, and providing care tonight, among other things. While I do not have an elaborate reflection to share here today, the words in the image shared here reminded me of the upcoming tale for all ages. May you know the value in … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 10.19.22

Nursery care We now plan to have the nursery open every Sunday during worship. We are dependent on (background-checked) volunteers while we work on hiring childcare workers. Please spread the word. Children’s Faith Development We now plan on having CFD every Sunday, including the first Sundays of the month. o   October 16th, 10:30-11:30am, Full-hour CFD, Halloween … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 10.12.22

“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, ‘I will try again tomorrow.’” Mary Anne Radmacher      I never considered myself a particularly courageous person, especially as a child. I felt uncomfortable in large groups and would get so embarrassed about any area I lacked … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 10.5.22

“I was so shocked to learn that the opposite of belonging is fitting in. Because fitting in is assessing a group of people and changing who you are. But true belonging never asks us to change who we are. It demands we be who we are.” Brené Brown                My standard morning ritual these days consists … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 9.28.22

Interdependence as a Value So often, we equate independence to freedom or associate it with strength. While it can be an admirable quality, it has its downfalls. When young people are praised for all of what they can do by themselves, some begin to develop a fixed mindset and base a sense of self-worth on … Continue reading CFD Director’s Message 9.21.22