As we look at so much in the world that seems broken, chaotic, and harsh, it can feel overwhelming. Being aware of the brokenness can help us practice compassion-for those … Continue reading Co-Ministers Colloquy – Feb. 17th

Feel like hiding under the covers? in a blanket fort? numbed by chocolate or tv? Ok. Do that. Give yourself permission to reset your nervous system. First, stop scrolling social … Continue reading Co-Ministers’ Colloquy – Feb. 3rd

Late last Friday an organizing collective in Minneapolis put out a call for clergy to come to Minnesota. On Monday we both attended an information session that was geared for … Continue reading Co-Ministers’ Colloquy published January 21st

It has been almost a week since the murder of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Last Wednesday morning, our friend and colleague, Rev. Ashley Horan, was … Continue reading Co-Ministers’ Colloquy – Jan. 13th

As we welcome in a new year, some of us celebrate Epiphany; many of us remember with disdain the events of Jan. 6, 2021 and the efforts to erase the … Continue reading Co-Ministers’ Colloquy – Jan. 6th

No matter what they tell you, let it be about joy, let it be about the sacred! Self surviving — no, thriving — shining its way to the knowledge within. … Continue reading Co-Ministers’ Colloquy

We grieve yet another week that has held terrible tragedy and gun violence both near and far. Why do we humans have to use our power for destruction instead of … Continue reading Co-Ministers’ Colloquy – Dec. 16th

Congregational life is an ever changing entity even as it might be the same institution, like a river. The Mohawk River has been flowing for a LONNNNGGG time and yet, … Continue reading Co-Ministers’ Colloquy – Dec. 9th

“If you suddenly and unexpectedly feel joy, don’t hesitate, give in to it,” wrote the poet, Mary Oliver. This month, at UUSS, we are remembering and claiming that even though … Continue reading Co-Ministers’ Colloquy – Dec. 3rd

As we named on Sunday during worship, gratitude isn’t a limited resource. We can share it generously, offering genuine thanks to the people and other beings that help create the … Continue reading Co-Ministers’ Colloquy – Nov. 25th