Last Sunday we held our New Year’s Ritual, after snow had delayed it from it’s originally –planned date. The new year and a new calendar give us a time that can feel like a natural fit for new beginnings, a chance to release what we don’t want anymore and go forward with new intentions. But, […]
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Consent Culture
On Sunday, the OUUC Youth Group will offer the monthly Q&A session on the topic of “consent culture.” I am grateful that the OUUC youth are willing to bring this important topic to our congregation. I hope you will attend to support them and perhaps learn something new. I know the youth will offer a […]
January EAT Challenge
Raise Your Voice for the Environment! The state legislature is in session for 60 days and they have several environmental bills up for consideration. Let your legislators know what you think! Below are some background materials from some environmental organizations and the media for you to look over. Here is a list of the bills […]
January-February Share the Plate Recipient: Thurston Climate Action Team
Founded in 2009, Thurston Climate Action Team (TCAT) is the leading grassroots nonprofit working on climate change and subsequent effects in Thurston County. Working with local government, businesses, and other community organizations, TCAC focuses on initiatives that quickly, significantly, and equitably reduce greenhouse gas emissions, using science-based targets. This work also attends to cost savings […]
Seminary and Sabbatical for Sara
I have a couple things to share with you all this month. The first is about my upcoming ordination as an Interfaith Chaplain. As many of you know, I’ve been attending seminary at the Chaplaincy Institute (ChI for short) for the last two years. Because of covid, all my classes shifted to Zoom (like everything […]
