Building Trust to Lead Together
As we explore the journey of trust this month, I am reflecting on the adage: change moves at the speed of trust. That is one reason that changes in a … Continue reading Building Trust to Lead Together
Author: Rev. Alison Miller
A Prayer for Homecoming
Welcome to a new year at First Unitarian Portland! We are so looking forward to hosting you in person and online for Homecoming, including a community breakfast (pancakes served from … Continue reading A Prayer for Homecoming
Summer is a Time of Renewal
Occasionally, we’ll get a phone call or an email asking if we’re open in the summer. Yes, not only are we open every Sunday in the year, but the summer … Continue reading Summer is a Time of Renewal
Healing Communication
We are in a time of healing from conflict as well as a hopeful time of renewal in our staff and in our music ministry, and these dynamics ripple out … Continue reading Healing Communication
Music Ministry Transition Team
As we announced from the pulpit, our Music Ministry Transition Team held our first meeting last Sunday, July 7 to begin to reflect on our music ministry and how it … Continue reading Music Ministry Transition Team
A Reflection on the Year
This is a reflection on the hopes and dreams for our future that you shared with me in May and June of 2023 at the Community Conversations. Read on to … Continue reading A Reflection on the Year
Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
We are a center of community for our members and friends, and we are a community center for the greater Portland area. Among other purposes, we are a place where … Continue reading Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
Slowing Down and Pay Attention
One of the most basic Lenten practices is to slow down and pay attention. This is a natural orientation when we are awakened to the fact that our lives are … Continue reading Slowing Down and Pay Attention
Takeaways to Take to Heart
In the middle of this month, I gathered with Senior Ministers of Large UU Churches from around the country for our annual conference. It was an opportunity for reflection, renewal, … Continue reading Takeaways to Take to Heart
Priorities for the Year Ahead
We are meeting right now to discern the priorities for the budget for the year ahead. I have been involved in conversations with our Board of Trustees and Executive Team, … Continue reading Priorities for the Year Ahead