With the almost daily “political hand grenades” we are now dealing with, I am asked daily, “How can I emotionally cope with all of this? It is too overwhelming.” I tend to agree. However, it is our current reality. I do have a couple of encouraging ideas that I hope will help. This will sound … Continue reading It all begins with you!
February is always the month that many associate with Love. Love is a funny thing. It really has many meanings. Those who have been jaded by this almost heavenly concept, deny its concept almost completely. It is a money maker. Confectioners make money hand over fist, producing literally tons of heart shaped sweets for the … Continue reading Is love a fantasy?
In 1970, the great singer, Cat Stevens, released a stirring song called “Where Do the Children Play?” It has always been a favorite of mine. I am aware that folks expect a few words of wisdom and encouragement to “kick off” the New Year. I could rattle off one or more of our Seven Principles and … Continue reading New Year Revolution
Thanksgiving (Friendsgiving) is now behind us. November has been a profoundly difficult month. Many people that I have spoken with are expressing deep sadness. Some are even saying that they weren’t really in the attitude of gratitude this Thanksgiving. Some are in despair, lacking any real hope. This is the cold, hard reality for half … Continue reading Holding holiday space
Famed Transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau encouraged his readers to live simply, independently, and wisely. He did note that “The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.” This “desperation” is characterized by fear, anxiety, doubt, low self-esteem, and resentment. It would appear that not much has changed since his day and age. As we move … Continue reading To look at desperation
October is a wonderful month for the transition between the balmy summer and the clarifying cool of fall. We put away the toys and tools of summer, in order to not only enjoy the charms of fall, but to prepare for the winter. We begin to slow down our rapid pace and even become more … Continue reading Things that go bump in my head
Every Year…A New Beginning The Ingathering each year is always, for me, a strange and challenging time. I get very excited about a new church year. I have a bunch of new ideas that are inspiring me to lead us to greater growth. I am challenged to remember what errors in judgement and leadership I … Continue reading A new beginning
As we finish the turning of another UU year, we thank our outgoing Executive Board president Val Colt. I will, for this next year, step into that position. I hope the transition will be seamless…and note that we are losing some wonderful board members, while retaining some, and gaining some others! Thanks to all!The board … Continue reading From the incoming president
June 9th is the final Sunday service of the church year. Many of us welcome this hiatus. Time will be spent communing with Nature, visiting with family and friends. Sharing food and drink out in the park or backyard will be most welcome to many. It is also a time to reflect on what we … Continue reading Visions of the Future
It’s May! Spring appears to have finally sprung! Even though our thoughts are rapidly moving toward regeneration and growth, we are always mindful of the challenges that face us and our fellow brothers and sisters on this beautiful blue ball called Earth. In recent weeks, I have noticed that the subjects chosen for Sunday services … Continue reading Inherent worth and dignity
