Speaker: Rev. Dara Olandt

3 Seeds: Resilience Practices for Our Times

Today we look to the natural world of which we are part to explore life-giving examples of how to survive and thrive. Taking inspiration from Adrienne Maree Brown’s Emergent Strategy and Richard Power’s The Overstory, we look at wisdom found in the organic body of the living earth. How might we human beings take a cue from the resilience found in the natural … Continue reading 3 Seeds: Resilience Practices for Our Times

Power of Language

Let’s explore the power of language (i.e. the power of human words) during this month-long theme that is devoted to “Integrity”! We’ll ask: What is a “language of reverence”? How do our “words create worlds”? Worship Associates: Lisa Nosal and Ellen Beeler Musician: Will Johnson

Days of Awe

The 10 days that span from Rosh Hashanah (Sept. 29th) to Yom Kippur (Oct. 9) are collectively known as the Jewish High Holidays or the Days of Awe. This is a time of introspection, spiritual practice and community. This season welcomes reflection on relationships to self, others, and what is most sacred. It is a time of “returning … Continue reading Days of Awe