Let August Be August
Where does the spirit live in these long summer days? August signals something of an end, which inevitably carries us toward another beginning. How can we let go of July, hold off on September, and let August be August?
Speaker: Rev. Kim Wildszewski
To Play is to Regulate
During this hot and challenging season of our lives, we will spend this morning in praise of play. Rev. Kim brings reflections on the high five, the still important parts of competition, and the requirement to regulate our bodies now more than ever before.
In Service to the Spirit
Join Rev. Kim for this year’s final sermon won at the 2023 Auction. Purchased and inspired by Belinda Seiger, we will explore the invitation, charge and possibilities of a life of service, and what on earth that could mean in times such as these with lives such as ours.
Flower Communion
Gather for our annual Flower Communion, our yearly joyful reflection on all that we’ve grown this church year, and all that is still to make true. Our choir, plus a three-part band will accompany this beloved ritual. Bring a flower from your garden or a garden center to share. A potluck picnic and music will … Continue reading Flower Communion
Question Box
The annual Question Box service is back! Ask Rev. Kim anything you’d like! Theology, history, congregational life, her thoughts on … anything! She will answer as many questions as possible in lieu of a sermon. Questions emailed to Rev. Kim beforehand are appreciated, but not necessary.
The Invention of Yesterday
Join Rev. Kim in an exploration of Maria Baratta’s auction-won sermon on the book The Invention of Yesterday, transformation, influence, and impact. Following the service we welcome back Dynasty Battles for a brief 30-minute concert in the sanctuary. Our annual Budget Meeting directly follows at 11:45.
We Will Eat Cake!
On the anniversary of ten years of shared ministry, Rev. Kim invites us all to welcome our newest members, consider our monthly theme of pluralism, the plight of hero worship and the charge to cancel cancel culture. With guest musician Rena Xu on flute, and a new centering song (the last of the church year) … Continue reading We Will Eat Cake!
Earth Day Meditations
Join on this Earth Day Sunday to sink into earth meditations led by Rev. Kim and Director of Music Ministry, Erin Busch.
Think Like a Mushroom
In her recent writings, author and activist, adrienne maree brown, says we should “think like a mushroom.” On this Joys & Sorrows Sunday, how might we think like our earth teacher?
What Should We Tell Them About Easter?
Join us on Easter Sunday as we conclude our month on the theme of the Gift of Transformation. This service will also feature special music by the Crossing Chorale.