For a large part, contemporary spiritual life has turned into “proper beliefs and dogmas”. Spiritual life is more, much more than “proper belief and dogmas”. It is about being faithful to loving as we are loved. Such faithfulness is filled with risks and challenges. A spiritual life is not meant to be a safe place. We are pleased to welcome the Reverend Don Hammond (retired) from United Church of Christ as he reflects on this topic. 

Melody Lenkner is Worship Associate

Most of us can either remember or easily imagine a time when someone apparently needed a helping hand, or maybe we were that person. As lovely social beings, humans more often than not will notice and come to help without ever being asked. What is the experience for the helpee and the helper? When do we know to ask or offer, respectively? Our visiting minister, Rev. Jenny, joins us this Sunday. As a newly disabled person, Jenny will share her evolving reflection on this topic.

Worship Associate is Don Morishita

Sound meditation is being used by Lejla Becirovic, social worker for Idaho Home Health and Hospice, as a therapy for residents at a local assisted living facility. The program is designed with three key objectives: reintegration, engagement, and fostering cohesiveness among participants. People often report reduced anxiety, improved focus, and a greater sense of belonging. Her innovative work has earned her a distinguished place in healthcare and social work. In 2024, she was honored with the Global Recognition Award for her lifetime contributions, a testament to her dedication to advancing care practices.

Worship Associate is Don Morishita

Change is difficult and all change needs to “move at the speed of trust”.  When trust in institutions has led to pain for so many, how do we build that trust here?

Presented by Jeannine Robinett

Worship Associate is Melody Lenkner