Our 5th Principle calls us to affirm and promote “The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large.” This principle requires that we each cultivate our individual conscience and that we respect the conscientiously made expressions of others. And then we discern, and we vote on … Continue reading The Democratic Spirit
Outrage is a strong emotion, and there is much in our everyday lives to spark the feeling. Yet outrage is not in itself an action for either good or ill. And further, it is a hard emotion to sustain, burning hot and subsiding quickly. How might we work individually and collectively to turn our outrage … Continue reading Outrage is a Privilege
Integrity results in outward actions, but it begins with inward courage. To live with integrity means to choose courage over comfort, authenticity over image, and complexity over simple answers. Today we explore how integrity is at the heart of the spiritual journey. “Our vitality is rooted in our integrity.” ~ Rachel Naomi Remen Bio: The … Continue reading Let’s Be Real
January is the month of Integrity. And as we begin a new year, it is the perfect time to ask, “What is worship anyway? What’s it for, and how does it fit into my life?” Rev. Rita explores this topic, with hopes that at this time of the Christian Epiphany, you may behold for yourself … Continue reading Shaping the Worth of Worship
