This is not my first attempt to write a “Thanksgiving” message. You all expect me to offer one and I understand offering a word of gratitude in this season to be a responsibility of my ministry, part of my job. But I have had a hard time staying in the space of gratitude.
One of … read more.
Greetings,
We made it through the election and have reason to hope for healing as we look to a new year and a new administration. The prayer vigil offered by Rev. Bill, Rev. Tom, and Intern Minister Stacy on election eve was a time of calm … read more.
I want to thank the many members of the congregation who wrote to me after last Sunday’s service. You wrote of being inspired and of needing the message that an epidemic of love could be both powerful and possible. You shared stories of how the service seemed to open a long-closed … read more.
Emergencies by their very nature take us by surprise. COVID made us all conscious of how important it is to plan for contingencies. Now is a perfect time to pull items together in case you need to leave home in a moment’s notice. It is … read more.
“I did not realize how much anxiety I was carrying.”
“I can finally let my shoulders down.”
“I don’t have to be afraid to wake up anymore.”
I heard each of these statements from congregants in the last couple of days. And many more similar sentiments.
Many of us … read more.
As I write, election results are becoming clearer. Despite early returns, the Democratic challengers will likely secure an electoral college victory. The drama that seems always to be generated by our current President continues to swirl. He declared himself the winner late Tuesday night and … read more.
