Nichiren Buddhism is a branch of Mahayana Buddhism based on the
teachings of the 13th-century Japanese monk, Nichiren. It emphasizes the
importance of the Lotus Sutra and the practice of chanting the phrase “Namu
Myōhō Renge Kyō”.… more
How does gratitude help us look toward the future with optimism… especially
when the future otherwise looks bleak?… more
While this time of the year is filled with ghouls and goblins, it is also the time for something much more frightening – introspection. As the witch’s New Year begins on Samhain, we spend time reflecting on the past year and planning for the next.… more
Moses is remembered as a prophet, a liberator, and a leader of his people. Yet his story is also full of moments of doubt, limitation, and unexpected lessons. What can we learn today from the leadership of Moses—not just in his triumphs, but also in his struggles.… more
…will be planning a meaningful service.… more
It’s easy to slip into judgment when we look at the choices of others—especially when we wish they would “just do better.” But compassion calls us to see beyond the surface, to recognize the humanity in every person, and to cultivate patience when judgment comes more naturally.… more
Many of us carry invisible lessons from our families of origin—some nourishing, others more complicated. For adult children of alcoholics and others who grew up in households marked by instability, the social skills most take for granted were not always taught.… more
Worship Committee: will be planning a meaningful service… more
This Sunday we will be celebrating the Autumnal Equinox. The equinox is a moment of balance between light and dark, outer activity and inner reflection. In this special service, we will pause for intentional one-on-one conversations, creating space to truly see and know one another. As a community, we will honor this season of transition with deeper listening and shared presence.… more
In a world quick to argue and slow to listen, we’ll pause to consider what it means to hear one another with curiosity rather than challenge. This service invites us to practice the kind of listening that opens hearts, deepens understanding, and strengthens community.… more
