When broken, we often think first of repair. But there is value to sitting with the pieces observing them, and learning about them first. For though broken, they, too are holy. Let's consider our theme of Repair by looking toward what's broken and finding the sacred therein. Rev. Bill Neely
“If you must look back, do so forgivingly. If you must look forward, do so prayerfully. However, the wisest thing that you can do is be present in the present. Gratefully.” Maya Angelou
January: Story
“In others’ stories we listen for our own.” Patty Willis
February: Inclusion
“The things that matter most in our lives are not fantastic or grand. They are moments when we touch one another.” Jack Kornfield
March: Trust
“Trust . . . is the beginning place, the foundation upon which more can be built. Where trust is, love can flourish.” Barbara Smith
April: Joy
“I slept and dreamt that life was joy. I awoke and saw that life was service. I acted and behold, service was joy.” Rabindranath Tagore
May: Imagination
“Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” Albert Einstein
June: Freedom
“To be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” Nelson Mandala
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Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry