Rev. Debra Guthrie-Joyce

Is This a Transformative Faith?

I believe with all my heart that our faith can be transformative for individuals and communities. The problem is a person must be willing to be transformed, willing to change. Some develop an idea of who they are and refuse to be moved from that idea. They are willing to die on that hill of identity even though it is making them miserable. Location: Adath Yeshurun Synagogue (154 Greenville St. NW).… more

Are We Having Our Best Relationships?

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to torpedo themselves. Why do we put up barriers to our own happiness and wellbeing? Can some of the reasons be the people we surround ourselves with or perhaps long outdated ideas planted by our parents or others. Location: Adath Yeshurun Synagogue (154 Greenville St. NW).… more

LGBTQ Violence

I don’t think the fear that comes with growing up gay in rural America has ever left me. It feels like it is more precarious than ever and now the government seems to condone it and perpetuate it. I hear it said that Renee Good would have been a perfect martyr had she not been gay.… more

Children’s Day

It is National Children’s Day. What are we doing to ensure that our children enjoy a brighter world than they will inherit? What about education, sexual abuse, physical abuse, what about children world-wide? Are there places or trends that make all or our children’s futures more hopeful?… more

Sending Out

Join us for this traditional service which invites everyone to be mindful during all the times in their lives. As we face the summer months, traditionally a time for movement, travel and being in new spaces thinking about how we show up in those situations can be interesting. What are the dynamics we bring to our encounters?… more

Memorial Day

As we enter Memorial Day weekend, we pause to remember those who have died in service and to hold the broader cost of conflict with care and honesty. This service makes space for remembrance, reflection, and a renewed commitment to peace, compassion, and the dignity of all life.… more

Annual Meeting

Our worship and our shared governance come together on this important Sunday in the life of the church. We will ground ourselves in our values and covenant before gathering for our Annual Meeting. This is where vision meets responsibility, and where each voice helps shape the path ahead. We need you here.… more

Mother’s Day and New Member Sunday

This service holds the sacred messiness of love, care, and connection in all its forms. We celebrate those who nurture, those who have been nurtured, and the many ways “family” takes shape in our lives. We will also welcome new members into our congregation—marking a moment of commitment, belonging, and shared journey.… more

International Worker’s Day

On this Sunday, we honor the dignity of labor and the people whose work — seen and unseen — keeps our world turning. Together, we’ll reflect on justice, worth, and the sacred thread that connects effort, livelihood, and human dignity.… more