Author: First Unitarian Portland

The Spring

I don’t know about you, but I always feel like my life speeds up in the late spring, as though I’m barrelling towards the summer with no breaking mechanism. I don’t want to waste the first warm and sunny days, these blessed late sunsets, so … read more.

Making Spaces to Be Together

Danielle Garrett, Intern Minister

One of the most formative experiences of my time as a lay leader at a large church was participating in a small, informal Bible study. We jokingly called ourselves the “Underground Bible Club” since we met in the church’s lower level. We … read more.

Karen Shawcross, M.A.

As poet, Mary Oliver asks: “What will you do with your one wild and crazy life?” This can be a hard question to answer on your own. As a spiritual companion, I hope to help you discern meaning in your life and ponder life’s deepest … read more.

Katie Radditz

We all have a thirst for knowing, a yearning for freedom, and following one’s own true nature.

We also want to be at peace with what is beyond our changing or understanding. If you are interested in pausing to reflect on this life’s journey, I would … read more.

Kathleen Maloney

I believe we are all connected to each other, the earth, and the cosmos. We are each animated by a soulful essence transcending our limited perceptions and experiences. Our choices about what we devote our energy to shapes our lives. Having a spiritual companion and … read more.