The Freedom to Question Ponderings of the Spiritual Life Director The 4th UU Principle: We covenant to affirm and promote a free and responsible search for truth and meaning. Hey there everybody! I’m back from vacation and gearing up for another fruitful church year. I am looking forward to doing all the good work we…

Ponderings of the Spiritual Life Director We had a fantastic time at this year’s General Assembly! We went to workshops and worship services and made some connections with UUs from around the country. This year’s social witness in the park spoke up for “Smart Justice” and was demanding that Spokane not build more prisons, but…

Transformation: Let Love Make Allies of Us All Ponderings of the Spiritual Life Director It is a joy to be an ally to the LGBTQ community. It is a joy to create a safe and sacred space where all souls are welcome. It is a joy to raise and educate my child in this embracing…

Transformation: Lessons From the Good Samaritan Ponderings of the Spiritual Life Director Most of us are familiar with the story of the Good Samaritan and its strong moral message: everyone, everywhere is our neighbor and we are called to take care of one another despite our differences. As Adam (your music director and speaker this…

Perseverance: Green Sanctuary-We Can Do It! Ponderings of the Spiritual Life Director Dripping water hollows out stone, not through force but through persistence. ― Ovid I’m so grateful to all of you who came to the Town Hall meeting on Sunday afternoon (and if you missed it, keep reading for more info!). It’s a wonderful…

Perseverance Wrap-Up Ponderings of the Spiritual Life Director Almost 40 years later, and Yoda’s words still remain a popular motivator in American Culture. “Do or do not. There is no try.” Of course, we can recognize that even in our doing we are also just trying to reach a goal and sometimes the results are…