Yesterday, we opened our Eliot sanctuary – a place of refuge, a place to refuel our weary spirits, and a place to cultivate responses to the happenings of the world that are centered in love. Here are the words I shared:
In many ways, I feel … read more.
I hope that all of you are safe, warm, and dry. If you aren’t in that situation, please reach out to let us know, so we can be of assistance. A storm is a reminder that we all have need of one another at one … read more.
We are glad and grateful to be launching our Season of Giving, or the “Rooted and Ready” Campaign for 2023.
If you missed Saturday’s letter kick-off letter, Marilyn Mays’ moving testimonial, or my Rooted and Ready Sermon, here are the links:
Saturday Letter: https://t.e2ma.net/message/aywhci/exydfg9b Marilyn’s Testimonial – … read more.
The importance of our democracy and the right to vote was first taught to me by my mother. As young as I can remember, she brought me with her into the voting booth, scooped me up off the floor and invited me to pull the … read more.
Our spiritual theme of the 2022-2023 congregational year is “Rooted in Relationship.” It is an opportunity to explore formational questions, like: Who am I? and To whom do I belong?
As a human being, the question of identity, “Who am I?” or “Who are we?” is … read more.
Welcome to the Fall Equinox! It is the time of the year when the number of hours of daylight equals the number of hours of night and moonlight. It is a time to honor and cultivate balance in our lives.
We are betwixt the warmth of … read more.
Homecoming Sunday was filled with energy, excitement, and people of all ages. 480 people were in-person and over 300 of you were on Boxcast, YouTube, and Facebook at the same time. And, many of you are watching throughout this week. (If you missed my opening message, … read more.
Welcome to the start of a new year and a new shared ministry. This coming Sunday, September 11th at 10:30am is our homecoming, and children, youth, and adults of all ages are invited to join us in-person and online. I can’t wait to begin our … read more.
We are getting ready for the launch of a New Year with anticipation and excitement growing. As Cassandra Scheffman, our Director of Family Ministries, shared last Sunday: “This will be the first time we are holding in-person September classes & multi-gen worships for our children … read more.
I am delighted to share that I have arrived in Portland! I am very excited to begin our work together. Here is an early report from my office in our beautiful church grounds.
I have already had the chance to meet with our staff, our board, … read more.
