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“Embracing ‘Wonder’ for the Hero in All of Us”

What kind of people does the world need now? This is a question John Pavlovitz asks in his book, Hope and Other Superpowers.”  One of the superpowers he suggests we need to embrace is a connection to “wonder,” because, “Wonder is antivenom  when toxic negativity sweeps in. . .” In these very challenging, often negative times, how can … Continue reading “Embracing ‘Wonder’ for the Hero in All of Us”

Kindness Isn’t Always Nice

Isn’t religion supposed to be nice? No. No, it isn’t. You are thinking of manners. Manners, those are nice. Religion is not nice. It isn’t supposed to be nice. Religion has teeth. And sometimes it bites down.  

“Love Ain’t Pie”

Love takes different forms at different times; romantic, parental, sexual, neighborly, and more. But love isn’t pie. You don’t run out as you give pieces away. Come and join us as we explore the many faces of love.    

“Be Naked”

Authentic relationship underlies and supports the work of social justice and community building. Come and join Reverend Amy Petrie Shaw in this exploration of compassion, vulnerability, authenticity, and unnecessary fig leaves. There will be a New Member Welcome included this week!