Category Archives: Gift of Pluralism

The theme for the month of May 2024–the gift of pluralism

Infertile Dreams for Mother’s Day

Posted on May 13, 2024 by admin

I struggle with infertility, often in silence. The emotions and experiences that are present as Mother’s Day approaches are full of joy and pain. This day can serve as a sharp reminder of unfulfilled dreams and the deeply personal sorrow … Continue reading →

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Seeking A Way To Hold It All

Posted on May 10, 2024 by admin

Rev. Nancy offered the following in the May 5 service. It continues to invite us into prayerful space. Let us open a prayerful space, a reflective space, a space where we can betruthful about how hard it is to live … Continue reading →

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Gray Lines

Posted on May 9, 2024 by admin

This month is about seeking the answers to our hearts’ true and deep questions. To me it is also about letting go of old boundaries. As a child everything was black and white and my life was framed within a … Continue reading →

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The Grocery Store

Posted on May 8, 2024 by Bob Patrick

I am in the grocery store several times a week, usually to pick up those few extra things that we realize we are out of. While I love my food (!), I think I enjoy just as much seeing all … Continue reading →

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You Are Beautiful To Me

Posted on May 7, 2024 by admin

I wrote this song sometime in 1982 shortly after Bob and I got married. Over the years the words have changed. I am not surprised as I have changed. It started out as a song of salvation just like most … Continue reading →

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Beltane for All

Posted on May 6, 2024 by admin

Pluralism, the recognition and acceptance of diversity within a society or community, intertwines with the celebration of Beltane, an ancient Gaelic festival marking the beginning of summer. This convergence highlights the richness of human cultures and traditions, emphasizing the importance … Continue reading →

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Scratching and Digging in Common Ground

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Bob Patrick

Before I even get beyond this first line, I want to say that I do not pretend for a moment that the following issues are easy or simple. There, having said that . . . The differences among Americans right … Continue reading →

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