Have you ever visited the site of the Pilgrims landing: Plymouth Rock? We did when we first moved to Massachusetts. It seemed the appropriate thing to do—a…… Read more “Independent of Place”
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How Long, O Lord?
The mass shooting at the First Baptist Church in Southerland Springs, Texas can be added to a long list of such shootings that are not only tragic…… Read more “How Long, O Lord?”
Fun with By-Laws
Let’s face it, there are few things more boring in the life of any organization than its by-laws. In fact, I am fond of recommending them to…… Read more “Fun with By-Laws”
Simplifying Things
As we continue to struggle through these uncertain days, I recently came across a reminder of what is truly important from an old source. I am sure…… Read more “Simplifying Things”
A Mother God on Mother’s Day
We are pretty clear in the United Church of Christ that God is beyond gender. Yet despite our acceptance (since the 1860s) of women’s ordination and countless…… Read more “A Mother God on Mother’s Day”
First Congregational Church in Melrose, UCC 