Yom Kippur

As our Jewish sisters and brothers observe “Yom Kippur”—the day of atonement, Ron shares a reflection based on the translations “Atonement,” “Propitiation,”  “Covering” which translate Kapher (Hebrew) and Hiliasterion (Greek). May we

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“O, Fatherland”

Our tireless and prolific poet, Vern Fein, shares a timely verse that dovetails with the Auschwitz Art Exhibit displayed in our sanctuary. And he highly recommends the movie :). May

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teammates

Talent scout. Recruiter. General Manager. Sometimes I conceptualize my role with sports’ analogies. I think in terms of a team. Who works well together? Which combinations allow people’s gifts to

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the art of education

“Where is the installation now?” I ask artists, still surprised by variations on the same answer. “Storage. Boxes. My garage.” Large pieces, collections, thesis final projects. After the initial show, finding

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one-match fire

Alaska State Park cabins are an amazing way to enjoy the extraordinary beauty of the mountains without having to pitch a tent in the wilderness. They are also in high

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preparing a place

Yesterday was the Ministerial Alliance’s first planning meeting for a celebration of World Communion Sunday, and New Covenant was chosen to host this open-table gathering. It was fun to discuss

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