Ah, mystery. I think of mystery novels and movies. I think of the Mysteries ofScripture. There are all kinds of mysteries…..but mostly, this year, at thiscongregation, I think of the Mystery of The Search. Who will apply to be the next minister? Who will become a pre-candidate andthen the candidate? Who will UU berks vote on ...

Happy Autumn, friends! The very first Sunday of November is when we experience a time change. (Fallback) At least with this kind of change that we all experience together, we know itis coming. So many changes that occur in our lives (like the Pandemic) happensuddenly, without our permission, or even a friendly heads up. Being a pastor ...

These days, I approach the word “heritage” very carefully.  So many traditions and customs, when carefully inspected through our 21st century lens do not hold up.  They were charming at one time, but only accessible to a privileged few.  As we see things through more of a global, multi-cultural, anti-racism lens that is more realistic ...

I have thoughts to share on the verb and adjective, welcome. When you walk into my house there is a Cross-Stitch that says Witamy.  In Polish, it means welcome.  I got the cross stitch from my dad’s house after he died and I do not know of its origin;  it was just always there. In the musical, ...

In July and August, the Soul Matters group encourages us choose our own theme,or even forego the thematic schedule. We decided to have a summer theme, forJuly and August—Our Stories. Even as we welcome guests to the pulpit, storieswill abound. The act of coming together to hear the goings-on of other people,other places, is a ...