Domesticated animals—whether dogs, cats, birds, or small mammals—bring joy, comfort, and unconditional love to our homes. Their presence can ease loneliness, reduce stress, and inspire laughter with their unique personalities and quirks. Many animals also offer support as service or therapy animals, providing vital assistance and emotional healing to those in need. It’s important to … Continue reading The Wild Life
Gratitude is often seen as a gentle, personal emotion—a quiet thank you, a moment of reflection, or a simple note of appreciation. However, when thoughtfully practiced and strategically applied, gratitude can become a powerful tool for fostering positive change in individuals, organizations, and communities. This concept, sometimes referred to as “weaponizing gratitude for good,” involves … Continue reading Weaponized Gratitude
The need for belonging is universal. Belonging enables us to feel confident showing up as our authentic selves while empowering us to access our full range of skills, abilities and potential. We feel a sense of belonging when we feel connected to others, and when we feel that our presence and contributions are valued. And … Continue reading O Me! O Life! Why Belonging Matters
Transphobia, which is the fear, hatred, or prejudice directed toward transgender and gender non-conforming people, is deadly. Transphobia manifests in various forms across American society, including harmful legislation restricting rights and healthcare, discriminatory media portrayals, violence, and daily harassment such as misgendering and exclusion from public spaces. Transgender individuals face increased risks of violence, mental … Continue reading Trans America
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.
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…
Sunday, May 18, the choir will presenting the Sunday Worship Service with a performance of “Lazarus, the Musical.” This musical is about the biblical story of Dives, the rich man, and Lazarus, the poor who survives on the crumbs from the rich man’s table. The service is about raising awareness of hunger, homelessness, poverty, and … Continue reading Lazarus, the Musical
The Church, in its many forms, has both struggled and flourished across history. What our forgetful hearts must remember is that love is the Church’s one foundation. As a people who base all words and actions on love we need to hear our foundational covenant again and again if we are to ever make our … Continue reading The Church’s One Foundation
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?
By being surrounded by love, we open our minds to another person’s perspective. We allow ourselves to hear their opinions and their morals and challenge our own thoughts, and occasionally those thoughts change. To be loved is an invitation to change at the deepest level, an invitation become fully a part of the interdependent web … Continue reading To Love and Be Loved
