AFTER
Much of the American public is already wearying of news from Houston and the Gulf Coast. But the real story of the devastation will only be revealed as the waters … Continue reading AFTER
Month: August 2017
Light-Hearted Buddhism
Let’s explore Buddhism with simple texts and drawings. . . . . “Bunny Buddhism: Hopping Along the Path to Enlightenment” by Krista Lester The cuteness of bunnies meets the wisdom … Continue reading Light-Hearted Buddhism
September: Phyllis Meyer
Phyllis Meyer is an award winning, full time artist known for her singular and personal style. She is a shape painter and enjoys exploring new techniques, media and subjects. Working … Continue reading September: Phyllis Meyer
A Theology Adequate for the Night
The eclipse is now old news, dimmed by the daily rush of images and messages in our politics and happenings in our personal lives. Yet I remember the power of … Continue reading A Theology Adequate for the Night
Palestinian/Israeli Conflict
The Palestinian/Israeli conflict is long and complicated. Two new books bring new insights to this difficult reality. Kingdom of Olives and Ash: Writers Confront the Occupation -edited by Michael Chabon … Continue reading Palestinian/Israeli Conflict
Beautiful Monuments
History, so the saying goes, is written by the victors. People of color in this country know that the North won the Civil War on the battlefield, but we also … Continue reading Beautiful Monuments
JUSTICE
JUSTICE – a complex topic. Two new books tackle the concept. One looks at the concept philosophically; the other reports on actual cases where justice was initially denied, then ultimately … Continue reading JUSTICE
R E S P E C T
Aretha Franklin got it so right. “All I want is a little respect.” And then, just in case we didn’t get the point, she sang out that yearning and that … Continue reading R E S P E C T
Family Forward Oregon
This month we share our offering with Family Forward Oregon. Family Forward’s mission is to ensure more women and families are economically secure—with a particular focus on public education around … Continue reading Family Forward Oregon
Glad to be Back
I am glad to be back in Portland and glad to be turning my attention to the coming church year at First Unitarian. My brief return to the UUA as … Continue reading Glad to be Back