In honor of Pride Sunday and the kickoff to Pride month, I wanted to share a blessing with you all, written by Cricket Hall. Rainbow Blessing May the drag stage rise to meet you May the world rise to accept and embrace you May the rainbow of love enfold you May your fluidity never be … Continue reading Friday News – May 31, 2024
Our Church Community is BUSY! Thanks to the 210 folks who attended the BREAD Nehemiah Action this week including our amazing choir. Showing up is 90% of the work and wow – you showed up in a big way to help make Central Ohio a more just and compassionate community. Recharge this Memorial Day Weekend by … Continue reading Friday News – May 24, 2024
Happy Friday! We’re coming up to the end of our first year together in our Developmental Ministry. I thought it would be helpful for me to sum up my reflections on our goals and where we are in the process, so I’ve produced this Developmental Ministry report, which will be posted on the Governance and Leadership … Continue reading Friday News – May 17, 2024
Friends, The work of exploring who we are as Unitarian Universalists continues as congregations and communities engage with the Article II Study Commission’s proposed revision to Article II of UUA Bylaws. In the months since amendments were submitted in February, UUs have come together in their communities and online to explore the shared values laid … Continue reading UUA News – May 2024
Wow, this spring in our Sunday Services, I’ve been feeling great energy in the air! Our attendance is really up, and so as your staff team, we have been thinking about whether it might be time to add back a second service next year. So, for the next two Sundays (May 12 and 19), we … Continue reading Friday News – May 10, 2024
Dear friends and beloveds, It is with great pleasure that I get to present this week’s Sunday service, highlighting family ministry! We have an exciting program planned, featuring: High school grad recognition! Puppets! Children acting out a story, live! Craft activities! Thanking our teachers and volunteers! Storybooks! Classroom open house! Music galore! Coffee served in the … Continue reading Friday News – May 3, 2024
At UU the Vote, we hold dear the commitment to leave our relationships and communities enriched and fortified. Building upon the proud tradition of civic engagement within Unitarian Universalist circles, UU the Vote has galvanized this spirit into cohesive and values-driven nonpartisan year-round work. Through nurturing our skills, fostering leadership, and cherishing our connections, we … Continue reading UUA News – April 2024
Happy Friday, everyone! I feel honored to have the opportunity to greet you today. Why should I feel honored to connect with you? Because human connection in these times is a challenge. Let’s be honest. With day to day distractions, COVID-induced isolation, and virtual realities, it’s been easy to lose sight of the power of … Continue reading Friday News – April 26, 2024
What is an artist? Though not an objective answer, I believe an artist is someone who expresses a unique part of themselves. It could be done in many forms – from how they bake a cake, to how a soccer ball is kicked, to how an idea is painted on a canvas. Anyone who puts … Continue reading A Show of Artists
Hello and Happy Friday! Since this week is our Music Sunday service, I get the privilege to write this week’s welcome message! When was the last time you made music? Was it this morning in the shower, yesterday in the car, or during a practice for a band you play with? This week’s Music Sunday … Continue reading Friday News – April 19, 2024
