Belonging asks more of us than simply being present—it takes courage to “show up,” to share something of who we really are, and to allow ourselves to be seen as whole and imperfect people. When we risk vulnerability and discover that we are still cherished, we can move from observing community to participating in it, … Continue reading Show Up

What is our Land Acknowledgement all about? On this day before Indigenous Peoples Day, the Land Acknowledgment and Kin Exploration (L.A.K.E.) group will speak to the ideal of living into the words that we hear at every Sunday service: “…to honor the land and the people (the Abenaki) who have stewarded it for generations.” Hear … Continue reading Becoming Kin

What does it mean to be “ProVoice”?  Inspired by the courage of LGBTQ+ people who have claimed the right to say, “This is who I am,” we’ll explore the courage it takes for all of us to speak our values, listen deeply to the voices of others, and participate in the life of our communities.  … Continue reading ProVoice & Proud