At some point in all our lives, the world can feel like a lot--when we feel as if our backs are up against a wall; when we feel in need…
Simone Monique Barnes
Joy is one of the reasons why many of us attend church and desire to be a part of a spiritual community. Joy embodies peace, love, happiness, and a sense…
While the weather in Austin may not change very much as we move from summer to fall on the calendar, that doesn’t mean that we have to stay the same.…
Come, Come, Whoever You Are . . . and be present with our children and youth in their Wildflower experience. For a time in this service, we will have the…
How do we bend and not break? Our guest leader Simone Monique Barnes shares the importance of having spiritual practices and tools that build up our resilience and cultivate joy…
Let it fall on the dance floor, in the sanctuary, and in the spaces of our lives--it being our joys, our concerns, our prayers, our intentions, and our celebrations. Together,…
It’s Juneteenth! Juneteenth, also known as "Freedom Day" or "Emancipation Day," commemorates the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas. On September 22nd, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln issued the…
Building the beloved community isn’t child’s play, or is it? Sharing, taking turns, compromising, cooperating, and collaborating aren’t always easy, but they are key parts of relating to others and…
As Earth Day approaches, let us look to nature for inspiration in our daily lives. What wisdom can a garden offer us? As places of growth, gardens are intentional spaces…
Spring is here. During this season of emergence and growth, as we deepen our education for liberation and explore the spirituality of human action, let us pause to reflect on…
Forgiveness and reconciliation are important parts of our individual and collective spiritual growth. But apologetic words and healing actions often don’t come easily. As we imagine our future together, as…
Laughter and meditation are just two of many tools we can use to listen more deeply--listen to our bodies, listen to ourselves, listen to others, and listen to the world…