Minister’s Blog

What Does It Mean To be Called?

Dear friends,

Thank you to the many folks who have reached out about my staying on as Developmental Minister here at A2U2. It was quite a discernment process! I feel deeply called to our work of shared ministry and am very grateful to be among you … read more.

Putting Values Into Action

Members and friends,

I hope this finds you well and you may have even had the opportunity to play in the snow this week! I took a snowy drive into town on Wednesday to drop off a carload of blankets and pillows (photo above) for the … read more.

To Reclaim and Recommit

Greetings, church–

What a series of storms we’ve had since we were last together… I hope you enjoyed the beautiful snow and kept power through the rain and ripping winds. I am reminded this week of what it means to live in a climate change world … read more.

Happy New Year!

I hope you enjoyed your holidays and found a balance of rest and connection. I missed you on Christmas Eve but am glad to report that my COVID symptoms were easy to manage and I’m doing just fine. We are back in full church swing … read more.

We Allow Ourselves to Be Amazed

Dear Church,

May this find you healthy and well!

It was so fun to hear last Sunday in worship the December rituals that are important to you. Much overlap, and many unique rituals, too. I hope they continue to ground and center you these busy days and … read more.

Rituals and Traditions

Greetings, all!

What an incredible weekend of church we had. A wildly successful (and fun!) Artisan Market on Saturday, worship on Sunday (I’m thrilled to be back in the pulpit!), and on Sunday afternoon… I am pleased to report that DRE Emily and I … read more.

How Does a Weary World Rejoice?

Greetings, A2U2!

It’s so wonderful to be back in action after medical leave. I have healed well and am, as one of you said, “put back together.” Still a little tender so if I’m shyer than normal about hugs that is why. And it was clear … read more.

A Quieter Week

Blessings to you on this Thursday, dear church –

And happy November! This week has been quieter than last, for which I am grateful. It was so powerful to be together on Sunday. Thank you for showing up with open hearts and arms to receive one another. … read more.

When My Heart Is Broken

Members and friends,

Greetings to you this cool, fall Thursday.

I’m looking forward to being together on Sunday morning.

I continue to watch the news in the Middle East unfold and my heart breaks open wider. The ripples of violence are making their way out across the world … read more.

Cherishing Our Animal Friends

Greetings, all!

I hope you’re having a good week so far and I look forward to seeing you in worship.

This Sunday is our Blessing of the Animals Service and we will have various interactive elements. We welcome children and families especially to join us in the sanctuary … read more.