We give thanks for the feast of lifeFrom our youth to our elderhood. We celebrate the tastes and the pairings: Of energy and passion,Of wisdom and compassion, Of curiosity and growth,Of loss and … Continue reading A Thanksgiving Grace
I remember when I first signed the membership book and made an annual pledge. It was the October break of my freshman year in college, and another time when reproductive … Continue reading Counting on Community
I am reflecting on one of the spiritual, emotional, and moral challenges of our time, which can be summed up by the word Stephen Colbert made up 19 years ago … Continue reading Countering Truthiness
As we explore the journey of trust this month, I am reflecting on the adage: change moves at the speed of trust. That is one reason that changes in a … Continue reading Building Trust to Lead Together
As we announced from the pulpit, our Music Ministry Transition Team held our first meeting last Sunday, July 7 to begin to reflect on our music ministry and how it … Continue reading Music Ministry Transition Team
This is a reflection on the hopes and dreams for our future that you shared with me in May and June of 2023 at the Community Conversations. Read on to … Continue reading A Reflection on the Year
We are a center of community for our members and friends, and we are a community center for the greater Portland area. Among other purposes, we are a place where … Continue reading Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
One of the most basic Lenten practices is to slow down and pay attention. This is a natural orientation when we are awakened to the fact that our lives are … Continue reading Slowing Down and Pay Attention
In the middle of this month, I gathered with Senior Ministers of Large UU Churches from around the country for our annual conference. It was an opportunity for reflection, renewal, … Continue reading Takeaways to Take to Heart
We are meeting right now to discern the priorities for the budget for the year ahead. I have been involved in conversations with our Board of Trustees and Executive Team, … Continue reading Priorities for the Year Ahead
