From Sandra’s Study, October 2021 What is it that gives you the power to make that change, to ask that question? What is it that says you have done well, that brings you to stillness, that holds you up in hard times? It is relationship, the beating heart of our faith. The Heart of Our Faith by Monica Jacobson-Tennessen Unitarian Universalism places relationship ...

In this summer of possibility, in this summer where we’re, maybe surprisingly, still in uncharted territory, I encourage you to “follow the good notes.” What resonates with you? What feels right in this moment? What are you holding onto that’s creating a suspension? What are you playing ahead and offering an anticipation of chords and moments to come? What sounds right at this time? Follow the good notes.

"Gather the spirit of heart and mind. Seeds for the sowing are laid in store.  Nurtured in love, and conscience refined, with body and spirit united once more.” 

nadine j. smet-weiss spiritual director go slow look around take notice pause pay attention unhurry be  here now this season this day this moment this breath this life connected