For All the Saints
Halloween. All Saints Day. All Souls. These traditions trace back to the Celtic “New Year” celebration of Samhain (pronounced sow-in). This transition time between summer and the cold, dark of … Continue reading For All the Saints
Month: October 2019
November: Susan & Ron Spears
During most of my career, my time was devoted to working in various real estate oriented endeavors. As I began to consider retirement, a more relaxed schedule allowed me time … Continue reading November: Susan & Ron Spears
Liminal
Fall is a transitional season. The brightness of summer has dimmed, but the long dark of winter still lies ahead. This is a liminal season, a time between when the … Continue reading Liminal
October 2019 Moderator Letter
Greetings – Fall is upon us and it seems we’re settling in for a rich church year. Every time I’m at the church I’m impressed by all that is happening, … Continue reading October 2019 Moderator Letter
Passages
The fall colors not only signal the change of season but begin to shift our attention toward the coming time of long dark. We anticipate the loss of light, and … Continue reading Passages
On This Day…
On this day, when Turkish troops attack the Kurds, our traditional allies, in Syria, encouraged by a US President whose business interests and leadership preferences bind him to the Turkish … Continue reading On This Day…
Courage: Journey with Fear
Courage is our spiritual theme for October. Most dictionary definitions suggest that courage involves fearlessness, somehow being able to hold fear at bay. If you Google “Courage is not the … Continue reading Courage: Journey with Fear