Minister’s Column
January 1, 2026
| Happy New Year!! 2026 awaits us, and here we are, a sacred community, on the verge of a milestone. A new year is an opportunity for reflection, reviewing what we learned, and integration. We can do this anytime; however, at specific milestones, there is an invitation to pause. I gave up resolutions and migrated toward setting intentions. Intentions feel softer, invite a lens for approaching life as it unfolds, and most importantly feel a little more resilient. When I set an intention and miss the mark, I haven’t broken anything but can grow in the returning. I can also reflect on why I missed the mark and wonder if that intention is still right for me at this time. 2025 brought changes that I couldn’t have seen on New Years Day, and I have been adapting to them according to my UU values. For 2026, may we grow in love and connection, deepen our relationships, act for justice, and grow by creating positive change. — Rev. Kathryn |