This month, as we explore our theme, We are Many, We are One, we are reminded that it is so very human to need joy, beauty, and connection. Sometimes beauty just breaks through the muck that may be around us. This week, terrible things have continued to happen. We won’t name them. There are plenty of places to read about them this week.

And still, two amaryllis started blooming at our home. One of them was a gift from members at UUSS -whose kindness is also worth appreciating. These large blossoms seem to call out, “we are here! notice beauty! it will soothe your weary spirit!”

We hope that some audacious beauty has broken through into your week, too. And, if not, we hope you can drink in a little beauty from this photo. “We are here! We are here! Notice beauty! It will soothe your weary spirit!” And also come to worship and plan to come to the Stewardship Launch Luncheon on Mar. 2 and the Music Team’s Lunch, Coffeehouse, and Dessert Auction on Mar. 9 – because UUSS is here! and this diverse and intentionally inclusive community can be a beautiful thing that provides opportunities for connection and joy.

Rev. Wendy and Rev. Lynn