In this fourth week of Chalica, I’ve been ruminating on what gets in the way of us being “free and responsible” in our search for truth and meaning. Seeing how … Continue reading Ruminations: Defense

Chris was a predictably playful person. I didn’t know them well, but in public settings at least, Chris was a bit impish. There was a clear indication when Chris was … Continue reading Ruminations: Wink

Thinking about our Second Principle—our commitment to nurture justice, equity, and compassion in our human relationships—has me thinking about other relationships. Namely, I’m thinking about our relationships with furry, four-legged … Continue reading Ruminations: Puppy

We began Chalica this week reflecting on our First Principle as Unitarian Universalists—our mutual covenant to affirm and promote the inherent worth and dignity of every person. But how do … Continue reading Ruminations: Spoon

If you are familiar with Anne Morrow Lindbergh’s Gift from the Sea, you know that she begins each reflective chapter with a mindful description of a different kind of shell. … Continue reading Ruminations: Channeled Whelk

Remember when I told you that we were going to have two amazing Christmas Eve services? And we imagined having hot cocoa with one another outside in between?  And you … Continue reading Ruminations: Dodgeball

This is not a typical rumination. I’m not even sure that this is the best venue for getting all of this information to you. Hopefully you’ll glance through this and … Continue reading Ruminations: Holidays

This congregation knows all about solar power. Those big panels in our parking lot serve as a continual reminder of how renewable energy connects to our spiritual values. Our household … Continue reading Ruminations: Solar

When we began our Festival of Lights series on Sunday, we started with the theme of Forgiveness. Letting go of resentment helps clear the way for us to receive hope … Continue reading Ruminations: Map