Speaker: Lori King-Nelson M. Div

Rooted in Love

As we seek to become a community that is better and stronger together, we begin to understand the importance of living in circles, not rows, for spiritual, physical, and emotional growth, both personally and communally.

In Search Of…

Often we seek out existing communities that align with our faith traditions, values, interests and hobbies, or generation. Building community works differently and can involve starting special interest groups like book clubs, hiking groups, game nights, garden clubs, and other activities that bring people together around a shared interest. Let’s talk about how that can … Continue reading In Search Of…

The Power of Touch

In a world increasingly dominated by technology and digital communication, the profound impact of human touch often gets overlooked. Yet the importance of physical connection remains a fundamental aspect of human experience. It is more than just a simple sensation, it has deeply rooted biological significance. As we continue to navigate a world increasingly reliant … Continue reading The Power of Touch

Free to Believe (or Not)

Freedom of belief, or freedom of or from religion, is a fundamental human right. It encompasses the right to hold religious or non-religious belief, to change one’s belief, and to manifest that belief through practice, worship, teaching, and observance, both individually and in community. This freedom is considered essential for a safe, prosperous, and inclusive … Continue reading Free to Believe (or Not)

The Architect

Being part of the mystery of creation often means being left with many questions and few answers. Our questions may not have answers but serve to open our minds to all the beauty and possibilities our existence brings.

Singing a Song of Joy

Singing will remain rooted in suffering forever. The most beautiful and enduring songs were born of suffering and sung in faith—trusting that their song of sorrow would one day become a song of joy.

Trusting the Love That Guides Us

The world has lost its way. It is so clear to see chaos, hate, and greed growing rapidly, while fear among marginalized populations rises to critical levels. Can we really protect others and transform lives with just our love?

Troubling the Waters

In this moment in the history of the world and of the church, we are being asked to examine how the way we do things is pushing back against a dominant culture of scarcity and oppression or simply replicating that culture in our communities of faith. For this reason we must ask whether our community … Continue reading Troubling the Waters

An Act of Gratitude

Acts of gratitude happen all around us, even when we aren’t seeing them. It can be how we welcome someone into the church kitchen, building maintenance, onto the board, or even into our worship service. We can show our gratitude through acts of inclusive, loving, kindness to others. Lets talk about ways we can open … Continue reading An Act of Gratitude