So you’re seeing the MFC
They tell you a whole lot, but if you’re like me, it’s not what you want to know. This, then, is my guide to seeing the MFC (for those who aren’t UU minister wannabes, that’s the Ministerial Fellowship Committee, a national organization that clears people to be UU ministers). This has nothing to do with … Read more
Chalice lighting: To serve
A tiny spark begins a flame; it lights an ember that grows and builds and becomes a burning in our hearts to serve. This chalice lighting was written for use in worship on Jan. 29, 2012, at the First Parish in Needham.
Regarding “Shit people say to ministers”
Have you seen this video yet? It’s done by my friends, seminarians and a graduate, of the seminary I attend. It’s not perfect, but judging by the views and facebook shares I’ve seen, a lot of people have identified with it. (And on a mostly unrelated note, did you see this one?: No commentary here, … Read more
It’s free discrimination day!
The Supreme Court just assured all churches that they can freely discriminate against any employee they want. That’s right. So if you work for a church: Don’t have a disability, don’t get sick, don’t have a baby, don’t, well, don’t do any of those things that humans do. Because if you do, the church can … Read more

