Our Parish Nurse, Ann Yeo, shares a (slightly edited) letter to the community from the Thurston County health officer – Dimyana Abdelmalek, MD, MPH – which she wrote the day before Thanksgiving: “While this year has been exceptionally challenging as we forge a new path forward in the midst of an unprecedented pandemic, I am […]
From Rev. Mary – “The Spiritual Practice of Waiting”
I’m writing this at 9:45 pm on election evening; all polls are closed and some races have been called. In Washington state, many of the winners have been named and the initiatives decided. In the presidential race, it is too close to call. It seems likely that we will wait for a definitive answer—perhaps a day or two, perhaps […]
From Rev. Mary – A Few Things for Inspiration
So many of you have been busy supporting our democracy—voting and helping to turn out the vote, writing postcards, making calls, supporting initiatives, and candidates. I am heartened and inspired by you! And, I’ve been inspired by the groups I have connected with to help make calls and to prepare for supporting a free and fair […]
Remembering Bernie Steckler
Bernard Michael “Bernie” Steckler was given the gift of life, and sadly, he has had to give it back. Bernie often told his loving and nurturing family how much they meant to him, and later, when he became ill, how much he wanted his time with them to go on for just a little longer. […]
A Monthly Gathering for Trans and Nonbinary UUs
We are beyond excited to announce a new UPLIFT monthly gathering focused on trans, nonbinary, and other not (completely or at all) cis UUs. Join us to connect with other trans/nonbinary UUs and co-create support and community across our faith. All you need to bring is yourself (and other trans/nonbinary friends, if you’d like)! Our […]
