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 … Continue reading Karen Shawcross, M.A.
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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 … Continue reading Katie Radditz
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 … Continue reading Kathleen Maloney
Meet Our Spiritual Directors
Spiritual Guidance: Our Spiritual Directors…
Outside In: October
This calendar year, First Unitarian shares our plate offering with community partners dedicated to the dignity of and care for people experiencing homelessness. Our longtime community partner, Outside In, receives … Continue reading Outside In: October
There is No Military Solution
From Curtis Bell of UUs for Justice in the Middle East (UUJME) The violence of Hamas in causing the deaths of so many Israeli civilians at the music festival and elsewhere in … Continue reading There is No Military Solution
Letter From the Board – October 2023
Hi, I’m Andy Wilson, treasurer of the church and the foundation. And it’s Annual Fund Drive time. So this is when I have to say, please give. Give early and … Continue reading Letter From the Board – October 2023
Sophia Douglas, M.A.
As a certified Spiritual Director, I am particularly attuned to the spiritually independent seeker. My Approach Bring your curiosity, your creative spark, the questions you ponder, and your aspirations. I’ll join … Continue reading Sophia Douglas, M.A.
Patty Clement, M.A.
Our exciting and challenging responsibility as UUs is to find and define our own individual spiritual beliefs and path. As a spiritual director I provide companionship and support in this … Continue reading Patty Clement, M.A.
Twin Bedding Set Donation Drive
The Immigrant Justice Group (IJAG) will be tabling after service to collect twin bed sets for the Refugee Care Collective. The Refugee Care Collective helps welcome refugee families to Portland … Continue reading Twin Bedding Set Donation Drive