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Doing Church

Dear friends –

This past Sunday after worship we held the final membership class, New to A2U2. Church leaders from various areas of congregational life joined us to share about what they do and what it means to them. The room was full, and it was … read more.

The Role of Doubt in Our Lives

Greetings all,

I hope the week is treating you well! I missed you on Sunday as I always do when I’m out of the pulpit. But I also cherish my weekends off, because it’s an opportunity to worship from the pew instead of behind the pulpit. … read more.

Star Words

Dear A2U2,

How wonderful to be together on Sunday burying the seeds of our intentions in the dirt and reflecting on the coming of spring. This week we’ll travel back in time and celebrate Epiphany a month late! I rescheduled the service from our snow day … read more.

Planting Seeds In Our Hearts

Happy February, dear ones, and a blessed St. Brigid’s Day to those of you who celebrate!

We’ll honor Imbolc this Sunday in worship, a few days belated, and reflect on what seeds we are planting in our hearts and communities these still-wintery days as we look … read more.

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.