Tag Archives: Pluralism

Cultivating Compassion for the Outsider

Posted on October 7, 2025 by admin

In a time where humanity still so frequently engages in Us Vs. Them ideology, to be inclusive isto be defiant. Recognizing that the “other” is worthy of love and care is not a new concept, but it continues to be … Continue reading →

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The Compassion in Pluralism

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Bob Patrick

At first glance, pluralism is a “cold” term for me. My encounter with the word came along at a time when it was being used publicly to try and get people to put up with and tolerate differences in each … Continue reading →

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Meet Me At the Corner

Posted on September 22, 2025 by admin

I think everyone knows by now that I love the poetry of Shel Silverstein and used his work often with my students while I was still teaching fulltime. This poem talks about imagination and childhood innocence. But for me the … Continue reading →

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Please Don’t Stop The Music

Posted on September 16, 2025 by admin

One of my favorite dance songs is Rihanna’s “Please Don’t Stop the Music.” During the COVID pandemic, the music at UUCG almost stopped completely for a while. We had to use Zoom to talk to and see one another. Anyone … Continue reading →

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What’s With This Word ‘Building?’

Posted on September 5, 2025 by admin

When I hear the word building, I immediately picture buildings (noun) or building (verb). I think of neighborhoods with houses, apartments and condos. I imagine the skylines of cities and the invasive noise of construction sites. Building any building is … Continue reading →

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If We Build It, Will They Come?

Posted on September 3, 2025 by admin

We are building a new way.We are building a new way.We are building a new way,feeling stronger ev’ry day,We are building a new way. -Sharing The Journey # 1017, Martha Sandefer We sing these words with some regularity. I love … Continue reading →

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Maya Gonzalez

Posted on February 10, 2025 by admin

For the service I am doing later this month I am finding folks who have shown me examples of inclusion and practices of inclusion. I am inspired by their commitment and dedication to this practice.  I found Maya online when … Continue reading →

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