Blessing of the Animals

In this service we celebrate the ways that animals, both living and deceased, nourish our lives. Animals (including a child’s special stuffy) who would be comfortable in a church sanctuary are welcome to come to receive a blessing in person and you may bring a photo of animals less likely to tolerate a busy, unfamiliar […]

“An Unfinished Story” with Rev. Vicky Hanjian

The gospel of Mark ends abruptly with the women in the story running from the tomb in fear – telling no one what they have experienced. Looking at this abrupt ending, Rev. Vicky will lead us in thinking about the movement through fear to joy, from endings to beginnings, illuminated in the metaphors of the […]

‘Enchanted by Nature’

As children we are naturally enchanted by nature (before we get diverted by electronic toys!).  As we grow and have to deal with life’s challenges we can find ourselves forgoing the pleasures of nature. As Earth Day approaches (April 22) we will pause to renew our love of the earth and nature.  Perhaps the more […]